What actually goes into running a movie set? In this episode, we sit down with a legendary first assistant director whose resume reads like a film studies syllabus. From humble beginnings in Minnesota to working with huge directors on big sets, this conversation spans unforgettable set stories, navigating chaos with diplomacy, and the real unsung roles that bring movies to life. He shares how a random sidewalk encounter led to casting Rosario Dawson, what it was like being fired mid-show (an...
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What actually goes into running a movie set? In this episode, we sit down with a legendary first assistant director whose resume reads like a film studies syllabus. From humble beginnings in Minnesota to working with huge directors on big sets, this conversation spans unforgettable set stories, navigating chaos with diplomacy, and the real unsung roles that bring movies to life. He shares how a random sidewalk encounter led to casting Rosario Dawson, what it was like being fired mid-show (an...
Championing Indie Film & Creative Growth in MN with Andrew Peterson
Could Be Worse
52 minutes
8 months ago
Championing Indie Film & Creative Growth in MN with Andrew Peterson
In this episode, Matt sits down with Andrew Peterson, a filmmaker, producer, and advocate for independent artists. Andrew shares his journey from location manager to executive director at FilmNorth, highlighting his experiences working with iconic filmmakers like David Lynch and his time at Sundance. They discuss the evolving film industry, the power of storytelling, and the importance of empowering underrepresented voices in media. Andrew also shares insights on festival strategy, building c...
Could Be Worse
What actually goes into running a movie set? In this episode, we sit down with a legendary first assistant director whose resume reads like a film studies syllabus. From humble beginnings in Minnesota to working with huge directors on big sets, this conversation spans unforgettable set stories, navigating chaos with diplomacy, and the real unsung roles that bring movies to life. He shares how a random sidewalk encounter led to casting Rosario Dawson, what it was like being fired mid-show (an...
