Introducing Marty Poole, a seasoned screenwriter, producer, and sales agent whose journey from aspiring actor in Tennessee to a pivotal player in film production encapsulates the essence of Hollywood hustle. Marty shares his remarkable transition from performing arts to mastering the business side of filmmaking, illustrating how he navigated the co…

Join us for a captivating conversation with Blair Barnette, the acclaimed production designer and Chair of the British Film Designers Guild. In this episode, Blair shares his journey from acting to designing some of the most memorable film sets and how his roles influence the dynamics of storytelling in film. We explore his unique approach to creat…

Show Notes: Welcome to another exciting episode of the Dunedin Film Festival Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep with Mary Rachel Quinn, a seasoned actor, producer, and improv coach, who shares her journey from the bright lights of commercials to the impactful world of film and television. Mary discusses the transformative power of improv, her p…

Join us in this enlightening episode of the Dunedin International Film Festival Podcast, featuring the insightful Lisa Dozois, Pinellas County Film Commissioner. Dive into the world of film making in Florida through Lisa's eyes as she shares her experiences and responsibilities, including her favorite aspect—guiding filmmakers on scenic tours of Pi…

Show Notes: In this captivating episode of the Dunedin Film Festival Podcast, we sit down with Jesse Kove, an actor with a rich legacy in the film industry and a passion for storytelling that runs in the family. From his childhood experiences on movie sets in exotic locations like India to creating and acting in films alongside his father, Martin K…

Show Notes: Join us on a captivating journey with the multifaceted Susan Gallagher, an actress and producer whose career spans from enchanting stage performances to memorable screen roles, including her remarkable portrayal of Homeless Lynn in 'Cobra Kai'. In this episode, Susan shares her inspiring transition from North Carolina to making waves in…

In this electrifying episode of the Dunedin Film Festival Podcast, we sit down with Hollywood legend Marty Kove, known for his iconic role as John Kreese in "The Karate Kid" and "Cobra Kai." Marty takes us on a journey through his early days in Brooklyn, his passion for westerns, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career. Delve into Marty's in…

Welcome to the Dunedin Film Festival Podcast, where we dive into the intricacies of filmmaking, the allure of Dunedin, FL, and the powerful role of the arts in community transformation. In this episode, we sit down with Gregory Brady, a Dunedin original, whose life's work has significantly shaped the local landscape, culture, and the arts scene. In…

Eugenie Bondurant is film and TV actor, cabaret singer, teacher, director, international runway model – and part of the heart of St. Pete.At an age when many women actors are struggling to find good roles, she was cast in the pivotal role of Tigris in the last Hunger Games film. In 2019, she started work on a DC comics film called The Conjuring: Th…

Dancer, choreographer, professor – and inventor – Merry Lynn Morris talks with Barbara St. Clair about her work exploring dance and disability, and how dance companies and educators are embracing a diversity of dancing bodies in performance. Published in the Creative Pinellas Arts Coast magazine on May 16, 2023 – https://creativepinellas.org/arts-c…

Members of ThinkTank TYA's Young Artists' Ensemble Edwin Noah Perez, Kaylee Tupper Miller and Jadon Milne share their thoughts on how it feels to sing.Published in the Arts Coast magazine feature "Both Sides of the Bay Cabaret" by Creative PInellas 5/12/23.By Creative Pinellas

Cindy Stovall talks with Helen French, Lauren Slone and Alexander Jones about 2023's Beacon dance celebration at St. Pete's Palladium Theater.Featured in "Beacon 2023" published in the Creative PInellas Arts Coast magazine on April 25, 2023 – https://creativepinellas.org/magazine/beacon-2023/By Creative Pinellas

In a potent conversation ranging through his fascinating career, dancer and educator John Parks talks with Barbara St. Clair about his experiences touring the South with the Jose Limón Company during segregation, his inventive teaching philosophy – and how he helped the undervalued dancers in the movie version of The Wiz go on strike for equal pay …