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  • Episode Summary

    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “A Complete Unknown,” written and directed by James Mangold.

    Using A Complete Unknown as their foundation, they explore topics such as the significance of underplayed moments in the film, the complexity of artistic influence and the nature of inspiration, and how the film transcends a mere biography of Dylan and instead offers a deep commentary on art and creativity.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

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    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Wicked”.

    Using Wicked as their foundation, they explore topics such as the intimate relationship between directors and actors, the importance of costumes in building the world of Oz, and the crucial role of industry film screenings during awards season.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    This week Steve and Vince welcome their first Indie Filmmaker special guest (aka “IndieMaker”), BREVI.

    Brevi is a former recording artist (Cypress Hill, Universal Republic Records) turned screenwriter, and the three explore her journey from music to filmmaking through topics such as the challenges of navigating success and imposter syndrome, how collaboration enhances the creative process in both music and film, and the importance of personal experiences and relationships in the creative process.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives - where fandom meets film school.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the intricate relationship between Steve's newly published novel, “Get Rich Quick”, and its film adaptation, “GRQ”, and discuss the differences in areas such as character development, storytelling techniques, and the marketing processes for both mediums.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve talks with award-winning Hollywood sound mixer, Tony Solis.

    Tony is an Emmy and CAS-winning re-recording mixer and is known for his work on films such as Woman of the Hour (2023), Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2022), Hustle (2002), and Steve’s upcoming film, GRQ the Movie.

    Steve and Tony explore topics such as the intricate process of sound mixing, including the roles of ADR, Foley, and sound design, the importance of sound in enhancing the overall quality of a film, and the need for experimentation in sound design to enhance storytelling and create emotional impact.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Saturday Night”.

    Using Saturday Night as their foundation they explore topics such as the complexities of lighting and sound design, the challenges of real-time execution, and how to balance powerful ensemble casts as a director.

    PS: stay tuned to the end of the episode for a special bonus interview with the editor of "Saturday Night", Nathan Orloff!

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2019 film, “Jojo Rabbit”.

    Using Jojo Rabbit as their foundation they explore topics such as the importance of perspective in storytelling, the balance between satire and drama, and audience expectations in historical movies.

    This episode was originally released on May 3rd, 2024.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Anora”.

    Using Anora as their foundation, they explore topics such as the importance of audience experience in independent films, how pacing in storytelling can mirror real-life experiences, and the difference between digital and film in the filmmaking process.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

  • Episode Summary

    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince caught up (behind the scenes) while Steve was in pre-production for his new feature film project he’s directing in London.

    They talk about everything from the evolution of Steve’s project from tv pilot to feature film, the creative process of writing a feature script under time constraints, and the realities of the film industry.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “The Outrun”.

    Using The Outrun as their foundation, they explore topics such as the challenges of adapting source material, the role of art in understanding complex themes such as addiction and recovery, and the balance between artistic interpretation and historical accuracy.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “My Old Ass”.

    Using My Old Ass as their foundation they explore topics such as nuances of independent cinema, the significance of creating relatable characters, and the importance of subtext and nuance in performances.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    It’s a new kind of segment this week! In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince go into “scene study” mode.

    Using a specific scene from the 2002 film “Catch Me If You Can”, they explore topics such as the intricacies of directing dialogue-driven scenes, the importance of tension and stakes in storytelling, and the role of patience and listening in acting.

    As a reminder: if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, and on Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

  • Episode Summary

    This week we celebrate our 30th episode with another (highly requested) highlight reel show!

    We’ve compiled some of our favorite moments from episodes 21-29 where we explore areas such as the intuition within editing with special guest Justin Yates (Avatar), insights into the life of a film critic with special guest Peter Debruge (Variety), and the appeal of antiheroe

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

  • Episode Summary

    We’ve always set out to explore the creative process on this show, and this week’s episode puts listeners directly in the middle of it. It's our version of a BTS interview!

    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince caught up (behind the scenes) while Steve was deep into pre-production for a new series pilot he’s directing in London, England.

    With Steve's hotel lobby as their backdrop, they explore topics such as his day-to-day experiences in London during the lead-up to principal photography, the importance of building relationships with actors when casting (no matter the timeline), and the emotional highs and lows of filmmaking at any level.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

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    Episode Summary

    We’ve always set out to explore the creative process on this show, and this week’s episode puts listeners directly in the middle of it. It's our version of a BTS interview!

    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince caught up (behind the scenes) while Steve was deep into pre-production for a new series pilot he’s directing in London, England.

    With Steve's hotel lobby as their backdrop, they explore topics such as his day-to-day experiences in London during the lead-up to principal photography, the importance of building relationships with actors when casting (no matter the timeline), and the emotional highs and lows of filmmaking at any level.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 1962 classic, “Lawrence of Arabia”.

    Using Lawrence of Arabia as their foundation they explore topics such as decision-making under pressure, the directing techniques of David Lean, and the importance of delegation when managing large film productions.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the sci-fi franchise, “Alien”.

    Using the Alien franchise as their foundation they explore topics such as the challenges of making sci-fi films, the difference between psychological and physical horror, and the integration of deep philosophical questions into commercially successful projects.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince talk with Peter Debruge, Chief Film Critic at Variety.

    Peter has worked at Variety since 2005 and oversees a team of more than a dozen freelancers worldwide, assigning and editing film reviews for publication. In 2017, he helped co-found the Animation Is Film Festival in Los Angeles, and he has been a member of juries at the SXSW, Reykjavik, Molodist, COLCOA, Annecy and Cannes film festivals.

    Using the animated blockbuster “Inside Out” as their foundation they explore topics such as the role of critics and filmmakers in reframing the world, the impact of animated films on all audiences, and the future of animation, including the involvement of technology and the accessibility of animation tools.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and follow us on Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2004 film, “Shaun of the Dead”.

    Using Shaun of the Dead as their foundation they explore topics such as balancing humor with genuine characters, genre-blending, and overcoming limited budgets with believable characters and practical locations.

    If you're enjoying this podcast, remember to subscribe wherever you listen and follow us on Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2023 film, “Sing Sing”.

    Using Sing Sing as their foundation they explore topics such as the benefits and challenges of working with non-actors, ethical considerations of portraying real-life stories, and the role of art in providing agency and reordering the world.

    If you're enjoying this podcast, remember to subscribe wherever you listen and follow us on Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast

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    In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince talk with Hollywood film and VFX editor, Justin Yates.

    Justin is known for his work on films such as Avatar: The Way of Water, Alita: Battle Angel, The Nice Guys, and San Andreas. Most recently Justin was the editor on Steve’s new film GRQ, and they use their recent collaboration to explore topics such as the relationship between directors and editors, the role of editing in creating emotional impact in films, and the future of editing with the integration of AI tools and processes.

    As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and follow us on Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.

    Series Overview

    “Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives.

    Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.

    Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.

    New episodes are published every Friday. 

    www.filmmakerandfans.com

    IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast