Best Selling Screenplays Podcasts (2024)

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The Fall Guy Part 2: Write For Hollywood Without Selling Out 59:09

1d ago59:09

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Through a beat-by-beat analysis of the split-screen scene of The Fall Guy, discover how to find your voice within the container of a big Hollywood action movie. If you enjoyed our podcast, don't miss out on Thursday Night Writes – our lively writing exercises Happy Hour hosted by Jacob Krueger every Thursday at 7:00 pm ET! RSVP here: https://www.wr…

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SYS 524 – Writing Action and War Movies With Jesse Mittelstadt 49:25

12d ago49:25

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In this episode our host Ashley Scott Meyers talks with screenwriter Jesse Mittelstadt. Our guest Jesse Mittelstadt talks about writing Action movies such as Altitude (2017) starring Denise Richards and Dolph Lundgren and most recently the War movie Murder Company (2024). Other topics include writing genre movies that cater to the AFM film market a…

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BPS 376: How to Make Money in TODAY's Indie Film with Jon Erwin 1:13:19

2h ago1:13:19

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In 2002, Jon Erwin founded a production company with his brother, Andrew. Their first ventures were commercials, documentaries, and music videos. The brothers soon were directing videos and producing concerts and television programs for platinum recording artists such as Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, Casting Crowns, Switchfoot, Skillet, and others. …

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Ep 242 - From Community Backing to Theatrical Release: TJ Noel-Sullivan's 'Midas' 24:35

35m ago24:35

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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Best Selling Author of 'The Guide For Every Screenwriter' Guest: TJ Noel-Sullivan, Writer and Director of "Midas" Summary: In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with TJ Noel-Sullivan, the writer and director of the new film "Midas." They discuss TJ's journey into filmmaking, the inspiration behind "Midas," the ch…

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Significant Hollywood Movie Disasters and Important Lessons Learned 1:25:22

1h ago1:25:22

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When people come to Hollywood with dreams of making it big, they often encounter perplexing behaviors and responses. Many of these can be traced back to Hollywood's turbulent history and the monumental mistakes made by Studios, Directors, and Producers. These blunders have not only ended careers and destroyed studios but have also resulted in finan…

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BPS 375: Directing Al Pacino in an Indie Film with Johnny Martin 52:06

2d ago52:06

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Since he was eighteen years old, Johnny Martin has been solely working in the film and television industry. He began his career as a stuntman, and within a relatively short period of time graduated to being a stunt coordinator and second-unit director. In those capacities, Johnny has worked on over 260 films, TV shows, and commercials, and even won…

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Ep 241 - From Concept to Tubi: Discussing "Rumors" with Nicole Vernarec & Matthew Darcy Vieira 18:41

3d ago18:41

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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Best Selling Author of 'The Guide For Every Screenwriter' Guests: Nicole Vernarec, Showrunner; Matthew Darcy Vieira, Producer Summary: In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with showrunner Nicole Vernarec and producer Matthew Darcy Vieira to discuss their journey of creating the show "Rumors" and getting it onto …

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BONUS EPISODE: How to Succeed as a Screenwriter with Thomas Dever 1:03:26

8d ago1:03:26

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Today on the show we have head of writer success at Coverfly, Thomas Dever. Thomas has been helping screenwriters for years. I wanted to have him on the show to discuss what he's seeing in the film business, from a street level. Thomas works with all the major agencies, top end producers and managers. If anyone knows what Hollywood is looking or he…

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BPS 374: The Making Of Small Engine Repair with John Pollono 1:14:10

12d ago1:14:10

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This week I brought on the show, playwright, screenwriter, director, and actor, John Pollono. I wanted to go down the road a little bit about his remarkable journey in the business which expands across theatre and short films. John is one of the founders of the Jabberwocky Theatre Company in 2004 which became the Rogue Machine Theatre in 2008 where…

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BONUS EPISODE: The Art of Writing Adaptations with Joe Wright 55:28

14d ago55:28

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Today on the show we have Oscar® nominated filmmaker and screenwriter Joe Wright. Joe has established himself as one of Hollywood’s top directors with his rare ability to captivate global audiences through his extraordinary cinematic craft. Most recently, Wright directed the psychological thriller THE WOMAN IN THE WINDOW, starring Amy Adams, Julian…

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BPS 373: Cinematography for Directors with Jacqueline B. Frost 51:58

21d ago51:58

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Cinematographers are really the directors of images while directors are the authors of the performances. Evidently, the collaboration between these two important persons on set with a shared vision and respect influences the work environment and (the ultimate result) the film, a great deal. We’re inspired this week by cinematographer, and author, J…

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Ep 240 - Inside the Shudder Original: Nightwatch Demons Are Forever with Ole Bornedal 21:02

17d ago21:02

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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Best Selling Author of 'The Guide For Every Screenwriter' Guest: Ole Bornedal, Writer and Director of Nightwatch and Nightwatch Demons Are Forever Summary: In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun interviews Ole Bornedal, the acclaimed writer and director behind the cult classic "Nightwatch" and its upcoming sequel "Nightwatc…

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How to Cultivate a Robust Attitude so You Can Thrive as a Media Media Maker 1:01:49

20d ago1:01:49

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In today's workshop, we're going to be talking about cultivating a robust attitude so you can thrive in the media business. And specifically, I'm going to review some practical advice on surviving and thriving in what is an incredibly competitive industry. I think most people that work in the entertainment industry, at one point or another, find th…

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BONUS EPISODE: Mastering Screenwriting in Hollywood with Mick Hurbis-Cherrier 1:05:28

21d ago1:05:28

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Today on the show we have author, filmmaker and screenwriter Mick Hurbis-Cherrier. Mick is an independent filmmaker and screenwriter. His works have been broadcast and shown around the country and have garnered prizes at many festivals including the Black Maria Film & Video Festival, Ann Arbor Film Festival, Athens Film & Video Festival and the Cin…

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BPS 372: How NOT to Lose Money Producing Indie Films with Anne Marie Gillen 1:04:38

23d ago1:04:38

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The film industry had to adjust a lot since the hit of COVID. Thanks to streaming services, the hit wasn’t as volatile as could be. Now that society seems to be reaching the end of the pandemic, the future of the filmmaking and film experience post-COVID has become part of the conversation. To help us explore the subject, I have on the show today, …

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Ep 239 - Marketing Strategies for Screenwriters with Chris Brennan 25:29

24d ago25:29

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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Best Selling Author of 'The Guide For Every Screenwriter' Guest: Chris Brennan, Screenwriter and Marketing Expert Summary: In this episode, Geoffrey Calhoun welcomes Chris Brennan, a screenwriter and marketing expert, to discuss the intersection of screenwriting and marketing. Chris shares his journey from co-directing hi…

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What Kind of Creator Are You? And Why Does That Matter So Much Here in Hollywood? 1:00:38

27d ago1:00:38

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As creatives, we invest time, effort, ideas, intellectual property, and our reputation in the projects we do. A project that goes well becomes a stepping stone to other great projects. Failed projects, or projects we fail on, are thus damaging from many perspectives. Our work is more or less collaborative, based on our desire or willingness to coll…

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BPS 371: Selling Scary Stories To Tell in the Dark with Cody Meirick 47:24

1M ago47:24

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Today on the show we have filmmaker Cody Meirick. Cody is the director of the documentary Scary Stories, based on the wildly popular book series Scary Stories To Tell in the Dark. We discuss how he leveraged an underserved niche audience, how he piggy-backed off the major studio release of the narrative version and how he was able to get access to …

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Ep 238 - Marc Guggenheim on Arrow and Crafting Iconic TV Pilots 24:06

1M ago24:06

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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun Host and Best Selling Author of 'The Guide For Every Screenwriter' Guest: Marc Guggenheim Legendary Showrunner of Arrow, Flash, and Legends of Tomorrow Summary: In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun welcomes back legendary showrunner Marc Guggenheim to discuss his experience crafting some of the most iconic TV pilots of our…

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How to Be a Financially Successful Creative: Practical Advice & Problem Solving 1:16:38

1M ago1:16:38

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Writers, actors, filmmakers, artists, designers, and other creatives are taught young that choosing to be a creative professional is risky business. It doesn't have to be. In this workshop you'll learn: Why earning a living as a creative looks like luck or magic from the outside. Why it is not the tight-rope walk you've been told it is since you we…

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How to Create a Hollywood Entertainment Industry Business Network 57:18

1M ago57:18

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Only people have money to buy things. Whether it’s an independent producer with funds to purchase your screenplay, an investor with money to put into your film, a studio exec shopping for a book or podcast to license, or a director looking to hire an actor . . . only humans ever pull the trigger on purchasing things. That means you need a business …

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Interview: Avoiding Litigation with Entertainment Attorney & Litigator Justin Sterling 59:57

1M ago59:57

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This interview is designed to review good business practices that can help you side step a lot of legal hassles. Justin Sterling is founder of The Sterling Firm, a full-service civil litigation and transactional law firm devoted to Business Law, Entertainment Law, and Personal Injury cases. The Sterling Firm is dedicated to helping clients obtain m…

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Making a Film or Web Series with Friends as Partners 55:34

1M ago55:34

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This is the perfect podcast to listen to if you want to produced one or more projects with a friend or family member. It provides very specific advice and step-by-step guidance that will help you avoid specific risks and stumbling blocks in forming businesses that incorporate on these relationships. Over time most of us working in the entertainment…

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BPS 370: Changing the World with Your Documentary with Susan Kucera 27:13

1M ago27:13

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In the stillness of a serene morning, the light of inspiration dawns upon us as we venture into the depths of human creativity and perseverance. On today's episode, we welcome the visionary documentarian Susan Kucera, whose lens captures the intricate dance of life and the profound undercurrents of our existence.Susan Kucera, a remarkable filmmaker…

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SYS Podcast Episode 523 – Tik Tok and Social Media For Writers With Jason Pargin 1:17:20

1M ago1:17:20

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In this episode our host Ashley Scott Meyers talks with Author Jason Pargin. Our guest Jason Pargin is the author of novels such as I Am Starting To Worry About This Black Box Of Doom and John Dies At The End. Topics include how John Dies At The End was adapted into a movie in […]By Ashley Scott Meyers

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BPS 369: Music Licensing for Film Demystified with Chris Small 46:57

1M ago46:57

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We have all wanted to have a killer song we love in one of our films or projects, that perfect song that makes the scene pop off the screen. When you begin to investigate how to get permission for the song you soon discover the maze of red tape and crap you need to deal with in order to have the song in your film.From getting film festival rights t…

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BPS 368: To Film and Die in L.A - Micro-Budget Misadventures with Adam William Ward 1:14:51

2M ago1:14:51

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Today on the show we have writer/director, Adam William Ward. His new film is called Wally Got Wasted. I brought him on the show to discuss the crazy misadventures he had shooting guerilla-style in the City of Angels, Los Angeles. L.A. is probably the toughest city in the world to shoot a guerilla-style film. His stories are not on filled with know…

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Ep 237 - Rod Blackhurst on Directing "Blood for Dust" 22:28

2M ago22:28

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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Best Selling Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter Guest: Rod Blackhurst, Director of "Blood for Dust" Summary: In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with Rod Blackhurst, the talented director behind the gripping film "Blood for Dust." Starring Kit Harington, Scoot McNary, Josh Lucas, and Stephen Dorff, this…

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BPS 367: Making Money Self Distributing Your Indie Film with Naomi McDougall Jones 1:27:52

2M ago1:27:52

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Today episode is probably one of the most important shows I have released in some time. On the show is filmmaker Naomi McDougall Jones the writer, actress and producer behind the indie film Bite Me, a subversive romantic comedy about a real-life vampire and the IRS agent who audits them, directed by Meredith Edwards.The filmmakers of Bite Me have d…

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Ep 236 - Legacy Documentaries with Eriksen Dickens 17:47

2M ago17:47

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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Host and Best-Selling Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter Guest: EriksenDickens, Documentarian Filmmaker Summary: In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with Eriksen Dickens, a documentarian filmmaker specializing in legacy documentaries. Eriksen shares his unique journey into filmmaking, the inspiration be…

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Monkey Man: Expressionism in Action Movies 36:17

2M ago36:17

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Learn how Dev Patel uses expressionism within the action movie format of Monkey Man to explore class in India.Edit SnippetBy Jacob Krueger Studio

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BPS 366: Using Filmmaking for Change in the World with Jon Fitzgerald 44:26

2M ago44:26

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Today on the show we have filmmaker and author Jon Fitzgerald. Jon has twenty-five years of experience in the independent film, internet, and film festival communities, a rare leader with a unique combination of skills. As a filmmaker, he has produced a number of award-winning documentaries; and as a consultant, he has guided many independent film …

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Ep 235 - Nicholl's Finalist Victoria Male on Crafting Her Script, 'Showstopper' 26:23

2M ago26:23

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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Host and BEst Selling Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter Guest: Victoria Male, Nichols Finalist for her script 'Showstopper' Summary In this podcast episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun interviews Victoria Male, a Nichols finalist for her script Showstopper. Victoria shares her origin story, starting with her passion for …

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SYS 522 – Writing An Action Thriller Starring Milla Jovovich With Doug Simon 50:26

2M ago50:26

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In this episode Ashley Scott Meyers talks with writer Doug Simon. Our guest, Doug Simon talks about writing his latest Action/Thriller movie Breathe (2024) starring Milla Jovovich. Milla Jovovich is well known from movies such as The Fifth Element (1997) and Resident Evil (2002). Doug Simon goes into detail about how he wrote while keeping […]…

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BPS 365: Making Money & Cracking the Amazon Code for Self Distribution with Ismael Gomez 1:02:32

3M ago1:02:32

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Today on the show we have a filmmaker that was able to crack the Amazon code and actually make money self-distributing his low-budget film on the platform. His name is Ismael Gomez.Ismael Gomez is a Cuban-American filmmaker. In 2009, he received an Artist Fellowship grant to pursue his B.A degree in Film Production. After completing his studies, he…

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Ep 234 - Behind the Brand: How Influencers Use Authenticity on Social Media with Megha Bajaj 20:06

2M ago20:06

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Episode Overview: Join host Geoffrey D. Calhoun as he delves into the world of social media authenticity with Megha Bajaj, a former reality TV star turned social media influencer. Discover Megha's journey from television to becoming an Instagram icon, and how she leverages her platform for genuine engagement. Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun Bio: Geoffrey…

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Civil War vs Apocalypse Now: The War Movie 46:59

3M ago46:59

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“Civil War, like Apocalypse Now, doesn’t have the traditional Hollywood narrative structure. It’s built more like a zombie road trip into the heart of darkness….”By Jacob Krueger Studio

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BPS 364: Producing Terrance Malik & Build a Mammoth Empire with Tanner Beard 1:04:53

3M ago1:04:53

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Today on the show we have renaissance filmmaker Tanner Beard. I Had the pleasure of meeting him at the Mammoth Film Festival this year. His adventures in Hollywood are pretty amazing.Tanner Beard is a film and television actor, producer and director as well as CEO of Silver Sail Entertainment and Mammoth Film Festival. SSE was created during the in…

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Ep 233 - Marc Guggenheim: From TV and Comics to His New Novel 'In Any Lifetime' 23:46

3M ago23:46

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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun (Instagram: @screenwriterpod) Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter Guest: Marc Guggenheim has served as a writer, producer, and showrunner for several popular TV series. He is best known for his work on "Arrow" and "Legends of Tomorrow," part of The CW's DC Comics television universe and Carnival Row. His latest book…

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BPS 363: Editing for Directors with Gael Chandler 54:53

3M ago54:53

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Television editor and author Gael Chandler is on the hot mic today. Most of you may know by now that I started out in post as an editor. Anytime I have another editor on it’s like sailors recalling old battle stories, which are always very entertaining. It is a whole other world when a director says, ‘CUT!’ to the final scene and the elves of film …

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Steve Molton: Internal Antagonists and the 7 Forms of Conflict 35:53

3M ago35:53

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Learn the 7 forms of conflicts and how connecting to your character’s internal antagonist can provide a bedrock to your structure and the key to your personal wisdom.By Jacob Krueger Studio

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BPS 362: How Indie Films Can Use The Mandalorian Virtual Production Tech with Rene Amador 1:20:31

3M ago1:20:31

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What if indie filmmakers could access the same virtual production systems used on the hit Disney+ show The Mandalorian? What if you could use that same technology at home for your productions? What if it cost less than most RED Camera packages? Today's guest wants to do exactly that. Rene Amador is the co-founder and CEO of the virtual production t…

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Ep 232 - Viki King on "How to Write A Movie in 21 Days" 18:18

3M ago18:18

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Hosted by: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, known for his dedication to educating and uplifting writers through The Successful Screenwriter Podcast. Geoffrey, has been deeply influenced by foundational texts in screenwriting and aims to honor the legacy of screenwriting legends through his work. Guest: Viki King, author of "How to Write a Movie in 21 Days," wh…

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BPS 361: How to Squeeze Money Out of Your Indie Film with Patrick Solomon 57:19

3M ago57:19

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Today on the show we have filmmaker and Filmtrepreneur Patrick Solomon. Patrick is the mastermind behind the celebrated film Finding Joe.Finding Joe is an exploration of famed Mythologist Joseph Campbell's studies and their continuing impact on our culture. Through interviews with visionaries from a variety of fields interwoven with enactments of c…

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Ep 231 - The Shift with Brock Heasley 18:01

3M ago18:01

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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun Guest: Brock Heasley, Writer and Director of "The Shift" Episode Overview: In this compelling episode of "The Successful Screenwriter" podcast, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with Brock Heasley, the creative mind behind the buzz-worthy film, "The Shift." A project that started from a small blog post during the MySpace era, …

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SYS 521 – AI Filmmaking and Interview With Writer/Director William Eubank 1:12:46

3M ago1:12:46

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In this episode of the Selling Your Screenplay Podcast, our host Ashley Scott Meyers tells us his thoughts on how AI tools like ChatGPT and Sora from OpenAI might change writing and filmmaking. Ashley then interviews filmmaker William Eubank, who’s credits include being the Writer/Director of Land Of Bad (2024), The Signal (2014) and Directing […]…

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Poor Things: Theme and Meaning 19:33

4M ago19:33

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Discover how Yórgos Lánthimos' Poor Things uses a simple theme to navigate profound questions about identity, the past, and the search for one's authentic voice.By Jacob Krueger Studio

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BPS 360: Making and Selling a Niche Indie Film with Rob Smat 1:16:30

4M ago1:16:30

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Today on the show we have writer/director Rob Smat. His niche film is THE LAST WHISTLE. It is a Football Drama with a budget 125K, the crew was almost entirely film students, shot in 13 days in Texas, distributed worldwide by Vertical Ent. for 10 theater release this past June and originated as a pitch for Rebel Without a Crew TV show and was turne…

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Ep 230 - The Crow Reimagined: Indie Filmmaking Brilliance with Justin Mane 26:13

4M ago26:13

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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun (Instagram @Screenwriterpod) Guest Host: Reece Taylor Special Guest: Filmmaker Justin Mane "Crow" Fan Film: https://www.youtube.com/@CROWfanfilm Introduction: Welcome to another episode of our podcast, where we dive deep into the world of indie filmmaking and storytelling. In this episode, we're honored to have filmmaker J…

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BPS 359: When Hip-Hop, Skateboarding and Filmmaking Collide with Jeremy Elkin 28:57

4M ago28:57

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In today’s episode, we take you back to the late 90s and early 80s hip-hop and skateboarding culture in New York City with director Jeremy Elkin’s new documentary, ‘All The Streets Are Silent: The Convergence of Hip Hop and Skateboarding.’In the late 80s and early 90s, the streets of downtown Manhattan were the site of a collision between two vibra…

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