In this podcast episode of the Get Reelisms Podcast, hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen interview Jim Plannette, a veteran gaffer in the film industry. Jim shares insights from his extensive career, recounting his beginnings influenced by his father, his challenges getting into the union, and his favorite projects like 'The Fisher King' with Terry Gilliam and 'Young Frankenstein' with Mel Brooks. He also discusses the realities and sacrifices of working in the film industry, including long hours and missed personal events. Highlights include working on iconic films like 'E.T.', 'Braveheart', and 'Ocean's 11', his experiences with famous directors such as Steven Spielberg and Mel Gibson, and the unique challenges and rewards of shooting in black and white versus color. Jim provides a wealth of information on film production, lighting techniques, and the importance of collaboration with production designers. The episode wraps up with plans to continue the conversation in a future episode.