Today I’m talking to Darcy Weir, a documentary filmmaker. We released our films through the same distributor and I was extremely impressed with Darcy’s ability to promote his docs.
If you want to connect with Darcy you’ll find all his films & trailers here:
Today I’m talking to Graham Wyn Jones, a storyboard artist who has done huge blockbuster films, but also small, independent type of films, where he worked with only a small team. Listen to how he got into the industry and the joys of being a storyboard artist:
Connect with Graham:
uk.linkedin.com/pub/graham-wyn-jones/2/212/31a/
About Graham:
"Drawing storyboards is a richly rewarding experience for me. I visualise the written word from the script into cinematic storyboards. It is above all a communication tool of the Director`s vision for the production in terms of realising the narrative, composition/framing, lenses, lighting, stunts and vfx requirements. The drawings freeze lines, shapes light and visualises what the script can't describe in words."
GRAHAM WYN JONES B.A. (HONS) is an award-winning free-lance storyboard artist with 23 years of experience in the film industry. He has worked the full spectrum of the media, from major Hollywood studios such as Marvel & Disney, to low-budget independent films, high-end TV drama, commercials, games, music, corporate, documentaries and 4D animation. Graham has been invited to teach Art & Design, illustration, MA Media studies across the UK in his downtime.
For everyone who doesn’t know, once in a while I also do poster work, and that’s how I met Texas-based actor Jeff Weber, and we decided to do a podcast! Have a listen:
Connect with Jeff:
Instagram: @gojaydub
Facebook: @theradiogunners
Website: theradiogunners.com
Referenced in the podcast:
Podcast: Interview with language coach Clifford De Spenser
Podcast: Interview with actor Waleed Elgadi
Today I spoke to Clifford De Spenser, who I first collaborated with on the film “3 Lives” and who become an invaluable member of my team ever since.
If you want to connect with Clifford: clemencyfilms.com
Link to "3 Lives" 3livesmovie.com
Today I'm talking to Filipe Fernandes, a colourist I had the pleasure of working with on 3 of my films: "8 Remains", "3 Lives" and "The Curse of Hobbes House"
0:00 How Filipe Fernandes became a colourist in the film industry
3:01 What skills do a colourist need?
4:28 Advice to filmmakers from a colourist what not to avoid during shooting
5:44 The story about turning the runner into forest greenery (Filipe’s magic wand)
7:16 The process of colour grading
9:24 "8 Remains" - a project saved in colour grade (DoP Marcus Schwemin)
13:22 Case study "The Marvelous Misadventures of the Stone Lady", a short film with a VFX animated statue as the lead character in a real environment
16:24 Working and living the European dream
Connect with Filipe:
Website: filipe-fernandes.com
Instagram: @filipe_fernandes_grade
Film Shed’s Website: www.film-shed.co.uk
Trailer of "The Marvelous Misadventures of the Stone Lady" https://vimeo.com/336579000
Link to "8 Remains" 8remains.com
Georgie Fisher is a singer-songwriter from Sydney, who has made Berlin her home. Have a listen:
0:00 Georgie Fisher
1:16 Career choice: singer-songwriter
5:08 Writing music for a film vs creating a song
7:02 What’s next?
8:44 How do you create a pop song?
11:05 Next: the production of the song - a different skillset
12:30 Advice for aspiring musicians
14:49 Talking about the glamour of being a musician on tour
Connect with Georgie:
Music Streaming
Website/Socials
Pat Wintersgill is a producer and the managing director of the post house Filmshed, which is responsible for the colour grading of my last three feature films. I had a chance to chat with him. Have a listen:
0:12 Introduction & being a runner in the film industry
1:26 The evolution of film to digital
3:35 The history of Pat’s company Filmshed
4:14 The process and importance of post production
9:33 Things to look out for to avoid problems in post, frame rate & green screen
15:13 The use of stagecraft
18:33 Pat’s own productions
If you want to connect with Pat:
Website: www.film-shed.co.uk
Instagram: @film_shed
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FilmShed
Twitter: @Film_Shed
With the release of “The Curse of Hobbes House” coming up in the UK (March 8th 2021), I had a chance to catch up again with Waleed Elgadi, who recently also starred in “Mosul”.
Have a listen!
00:00 Introduction and “The Curse of Hobbes House”
02:25 Working with a zombie trainer
04:18 “Mosul” and filming “The 355”
11:14 Social Media in show business and COVID19
17:15 Take away for aspiring actors and actresses
If you want to connect with Waleed:
Insta: @waleedium
Twitter: @WaleedElgadi
FB: @WaleedElgadi
Today I’m speaking to Kevin Leslie, who I had the pleasure of working with in “8 Remains”, as well as “The Curse of Hobbes House.”
If you want to connect with Kevin, check out the links below:
Twitter - https://twitter.com/TheKevinLeslie
FB - https://www.facebook.com/KevinLeslieActor
Insta - https://www.instagram.com/kevinleslieactor/
His movies we spoke about:
Lockdown - https://www.facebook.com/OfficialLockdownMovie
8 Remains - http://8remains.com/
The Curse of Hobbes House - http://www.thecurseofhobbeshouse.com/
Today I'm talking to Pamela Ip, a very talented hair and make-up artist with whom I worked with on my film 3 Lives. I simply love her work.
01:33 Following your passion and your childhood dreams
03:25 Working with other film departments and getting your hands dirty
05:18 The beauty of being a bit older when you find your calling
05:50 The most rewarding aspect of being a hair and make-up designer, every day is different and be prepared & organised!
08:53 Misperceptions about the job
10:18 Working with actresses and actors
11:48 Special FX make-up
13:15 Waiting for post COVID
16:00 Recommendations for people interested in becoming an hair and make-up artist
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Want to check out ‘3 Lives’, the film I worked on with Pip, click here:
If you want to connect with Pip:
Instagram: @pip_wham
Today I'm talking to my long time friend, collaborator, director, cartoonist, writer, and much more - Virginia Kennedy, an Australian living in Malaysia (that's where we met.)
00:20 Two white ladies in Malaysia.
01:08 About Virginia Kennedy.
01:45 Virginia and I co-produced, co-wrote and co-directed the comedy mockumentary Kinks. The low-budget journey was fun, and stress, and took us to a lot of interesting locations, like a jungle camp. We also talk about low budget directing and the experience of co-directing, as well as my acting abilities.
10:13 How a German production got kicked out of Malaysia.
13:31 Shooting by the rules, with or without permit and bribery.
17:35 Stupid things white people do.
19:59 The things we really love about Malaysia.
24:10 The funniest receptionist ever.
27:11 Virginia’s future projects, 9 to 5 jobs vs. following your dream.
29:59 My future projects & breaking into the German market.
32:01 Persistence & passion are key.
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Want to check out 'Kinks', the film Virginia and I wrote, produced and directed? Click here!
If you want to connect with Virginia, here's how:
Instagram: @datadoll
Facebook: @Virginiakennedypictures
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If you want to connect with me, watch my films, or read more from me, you can find all links to do so here: Juliane Block
00:25 Intro Makenna Guyler, actress & dog lover
02:04 Makenna in ‘The Curse of Hobbes House,’ the scene she loved the most, and a crazy children’s birthday party
10:55 Makenna’s exciting upcoming Sci-Fi mini-series and shooting during COVID19
13:42 The joy and advantages of shooting with smaller crews, teamwork and who should be responsible to get the coffee
18:20 Actor-director relationships
22:52 How does heart surgery compare to filmmaking and the importance of a good 1st AD
25:34 Advice from Makenna for aspiring actresses and actors and that relates to finding your identity and being enough for yourself
33:53 Kids are so authentic and can ground you
35:10 Mountain climbing (Makenna climbed the Kilimanjaro and the Mount Everest Base camp!) and expanding your limits
48:20 The Movie Method
Want to check out 'The Curse of Hobbes House', in which Makenna is playing the lead role? Click here to sign up to get to know about the release.
If you want to connect with Makenna, here's how:
Instagram: @makennaguyler
Instagram: @themoviemethod
Twitter: @MakennaGuyler
coming soon: www.themoviemethod.com
Mhairi Calvey started acting at an early stage. With five, she made her debut in 'Braveheart,' gaining international recognition.
For me (Juliane Block) Mhairi has been a lifesaver, playing the lead in my feature '3 Lives,' coming on board only days before principal photography started. The collaboration was so successful that I knew I wanted to work with her again. And we did in 'The Curse of Hobbes House.'
Today, Mhairi and I are talking about work, life as an actress, and things to look out for if you aspire to a career on screen.
If you want to connect with Mhairi, here's how:
https://www.spotlight.com/0272-4532-9465
IMDB: imdb.me/mhairicalvey
Instagram: @mhairicalveyofficial
Facebook: Mhairi Calvey
At some point I moved to Malaysia. In this episode I tell you about why, and how that ultimately enabled me to make the move into the movie industry. From now on, I'll change to interview people I met during my journey, who I admire or who are dear to me. (I felt that talking just about myself is a bit boring.)
You want to connect or check out more of my films or writings? http://theheroinetribe.com/julianeblock
I moved to Hong Kong, I thought let's see how long I'll last and then it turned out to be 6 years, which I stayed in Asia. Oh, and I absolutely hated my first job!
You want to connect or check out more of my films or writings? http://theheroinetribe.com/julianeblock
I've never been to Asia before traveling to Hong Kong planning to stay there. I'm talking about my very first steps, realising what it means to be a Caucasian in Hong Kong and how to find your inner strength.
You want to connect or check out more of my films or writings? http://theheroinetribe.com/julianeblock
I had one year I really didn't create ANYTHING creative of value... and then I just fled. To Hong Kong. That's my story.
You want to connect or check out more of my films or writings? http://theheroinetribe.com/julianeblock
Well, in this episode I talk about my time navigating school. Pros and cons. Have a listen to my ramblings and decide for yourself.
You want to connect or check out more of my films or writings? http://theheroinetribe.com/julianeblock
Did you find the right job for you? I think I have, however, listen to this to hear about all the side steps I had to take...
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I did, and it worried my mom at some point. However, I think the source of all creativity is to tap into the stories we made up as children. Find your inner child and preserve it :)
You want to connect or check out more of my films or writings? http://theheroinetribe.com/julianeblock