Best Cinema Composite Podcasts (2024)

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The Neo-Noir Podcast: Blood Simple 1:19:40

3h ago1:19:40

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Writer, filmmaker, and journalist Jon Niccum joins us to talk about the Coen Brothers' 1984 debut Blood Simple. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-ingle2/support

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S20 - Ep 2 - Property Masters Guild and the MacGuffin Awards 34:12

2h ago34:12

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Regular listeners know that this podcast has a lot of respect for the film contribution of props, and we’re excited to discuss the recent endeavors of the Property Masters Guild (founded January 2021). Mikey Trudel and Chris Call, who both serve on the Board of Directors, discuss the PMG’s efforts serving both the society of property masters and th…

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Inside The Garage: High-Speed Cinematography Meets Virtual Production 57:20

3h ago57:20

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Dive into the world of high-speed cinematography and virtual production with Steve Giralt, founder of The Garage. Learn how robotics, custom rigs, and LED walls are reinventing food and beverage commercials. 📧 GET THE VP LAND NEWSLETTER Subscribe for free for the latest news and BTS insights on video creation 2-3x a week: https://ntm.link/vp_land 📺…

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The Sideshow Theme Show #7 – Evil Has a Beginning

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Welcome back to the Sideshow Theme Show! In the 7th installment of our newest show, Will and Lasse take a look at the Wings/Flying/Fairy Godmother theme from James Newton Howard’s criminally underrated score to 2014’s Maleficent, and gush over how incredible the man truly is. Join us!By Sideshow Sound Theatre

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S20 - Ep 1 - Avatar: The Last Airbender - Costume Design 31:38

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Netflix’s eight-episode adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” was well-received by critics and fans alike, and two more seasons are on the way. Costume Designer Farnaz Khaki-Sadigh discusses the challenge of adapting the popular animated series for live action, and we dive deep into the major battle scenes from the first and last episodes of s…

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Track Swap #28 – Hobbits Riding Caragors

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Welcome to the second round of “Music for Middle-Earth”! Edmund Meinerts is back to talk about scores for Tolkien media NOT composed by Howard Shore. Once again, him and Lasse are spotlighting video game soundtracks, one a bit obscure, the other for a well-known big budget title. Join them and listen to some special tunes! Also, check out the link …

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The Neo-Noir Podcast: The Crying Game 1:07:53

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John and Mitch welcome film writer Jessica Crets to discuss Neil Jordan's The Crying Game. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-ingle2/support

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FROM THE VAULT – Score Guide – Independence Day (1996)

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**Original Air Date** July 14, 2014 To celebrate the 10 year anniversary of Score Guide, we dug deep into the Sideshow vault to bring you our very first Score Guide ever, Independence Day. Released 10 years ago this week, this blast from our past comes from a time when the editing style and presentation of the show was quite different than it is to…

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Deadpool (2016) 1:06:38

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Deadpool is episode 80 of Superhero Century, where we are watching every superhero movie in chronological order.By Cinema Composite

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Score Guide – The Mummy (1999)

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Welcome, sons of the Pharaohs, under the shadow of Anubis to our 42nd Score Guide! Will, Wend, and Claude return to 1999 once more to guide you around quicksand, past plagues and curses, through the action-adventure horror remake, cream of cinematic cheese, The Mummy, composed and conducted by Jerry Goldsmith. Twenty-five years after its release, y…

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From Optical Compositing to Virtual Production: Jim Rider's VFX Journey 1:02:30

22d ago1:02:30

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Jim Rider shares his VFX journey from shooting miniatures to virtual production, offering insights into the evolution of visual effects in filmmaking. Discover the cutting-edge VP setup at Pier59 Studios and learn about the challenges and opportunities in modern filmmaking. 📧 GET THE VP LAND NEWSLETTER Subscribe for free for the latest news and BTS…

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The Neo-Noir Podcast: Chinatown 1:05:37

1M ago1:05:37

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John and Mitch welcome Oscar® winning screenwriter and director Kevin Willmott to talk about Chinatown. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-ingle2/support

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The Power of Real-Time Tools in Visualisation, with Richard Clarke, Head of Visualisation at Cinesite | TVAP EP60 59:58

1M ago59:58

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In this conversation, Kofi interviews Richard Clark, the head of visualisation and VFX supervisor at Cinesite, to discuss the role of visualisation in the industry. We explore the origins and evolution of visualisation, the use of real-time tools like Unreal Engine, and the impact of virtual production. Richard emphasizes the importance of quick wo…

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From the Vault – In Defence of Alien 3

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**Original Air Date – May 17, 2017** As we continue our tribute to our friend Ian Crabb, please enjoy his favourite episode of IDO – Alien 3. This episode represented much of what Ian hoped IDO would be – a film that was much maligned being defended vigorously by those who loved it, and Ian LOVED Alien 3. It was also a thrill for him to podcast wit…

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The Neo-Noir Podcast: Blue Velvet 1:20:29

2M ago1:20:29

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On this episode of The Neo-Noir Podcast, John and Mitch welcome musician and artist Krysztof Nemeth to discuss David Lynch's Blue Velvet. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-ingle2/support

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From The Mandalorian to Pinocchio: Halon Entertainment's Insights in Virtual Production 59:31

2M ago59:31

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In this episode, we dive into the world of virtual production with Meredith Brace Sloss and Jess Marley from Halon Entertainment. They share insights from their work on The Mandalorian, Pinocchio, and other groundbreaking projects 📧 GET THE VP LAND NEWSLETTER Subscribe for free for the latest news and BTS insights on video creation 2-3x a week: htt…

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From the Vault – In Defence of Transformers (2007)

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*Original Air Date: September 12, 2016* Longtime listeners will remember our show In Defence Of, created by Ian Crabb, Will Dodson, and Wendell Jones, and hosted by Ian from 2015 to 2017. A fan favorite podcast on our network, IDO was a concept thought up by Wend and Will, and offered to Ian after his appearance on Episode 11 of the main show. Ian …

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From the Vault – Episode 11 – The Music of the X-Men, Part 1 w/Guest Ian Crabb

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**Original Air date: December 16, 2014** This week marks 3 years since our friend, producer, host, and collaborator Ian Crabb passed away. Since this is also his birthday week, we’ve decided to spend the next couple of weeks re-releasing some of our favorite episodes that he was a part of, starting with this episode, which was his first ever appear…

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S19 - Ep 8 - Fallout - Set Decoration and Props 1:22:52

3M ago1:22:52

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“Fallout”, the eight-episode video game adaptation currently streaming on Prime, is retro-futuristic apocalyptic chaos at its best. The series has been applauded by gamers and non-gamers alike, and today’s guests — Set Decorator Regina Graves, Propmaster Michael Jortner and Propmaster Peter Gelfman — share story after story about the effort and cre…

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The Sideshow Theme Show #6 – Riddle Me This, Vengeance 42:23

2M ago42:23

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Welcome back to The Sideshow Theme Show! In today’s episode, Will and Lasse return to Gotham City, this time exploring Michael Giacchino’s two chord SLEDGEHAMMER of a main theme to 2021’s The Batman. Riddle us this, dear listeners – what does Nirvana, The Empire, and triple forte have to do with the loudest main theme in modern cinema? Hit play and…

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S19 - Ep 7 - Manhunt - Costume Design 40:33

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It’s a two-guest show! Recreating the historical drama of Apple TV+’s “Manhunt” so it’s relatable to a modern audience was a challenge for both Costume Designer Katie Irish and 1st Assistant Director Gary Goldman. No matter what you think you know about Lincoln’s assassination and the 12-day manhunt that followed, Katie and Gary share some details …

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FROM THE VAULT – Score Guide – Signs (2002) 1:57:20

3M ago1:57:20

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**This episode originally aired October 8th 2016** Will and Wend are joined by host and producer of Cinematic Sound Radio, Erik Woods, to discuss their favourite score of this century in our Halloween Score Guide of 2016! The trio discuss the 2002 sci-fi thriller Signs by James Newton Howard. Guiding you through this sensational, supernatural film …

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10. Cristian Spagnuolo - The state of the industry, AI, "NO CGI" and why modern movies suck! 2:04:39

3M ago2:04:39

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Cristian is a CG and VFX supervisor with 20 years of experience in film and commercials with titles like Star Trek Discovery, Cats, Noelle and X-men Dark Phoenix on his CV. He is also a trainer and mentor at PXL Mentor with a passion for helping artists make it in VFX. This interview is all about the state of the industry. We talk about what brough…

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S19 - Ep 6 - Ripley - Score Composition 38:32

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“Ripley” -- the stylish eight-episode series currently streaming on Netflix -- is a very deliberate bit of filmmaking. While the black-and-white filming and exquisitely framed shots draw attention to the cinematography, today co-host Louis Weeks and I are speaking with Score Composer Jeff Russo. We explore how Jeff’s relationship with the character…

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The Sideshow Theme Show #5 – I Am The Night 46:16

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Welcome back to The Sideshow Theme Show! In today’s episode, Will and Lasse delve into the iconic main theme of Batman: The Animated Series, also known as Gotham City Overture, composed by Shirley Walker. Explore the dark and atmospheric soundscape crafted by Walker, reminiscent of classic film noir scores, and learn how her collaboration with Dann…

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S19 - Ep 5 - Before I Change My Mind - Theater-Rooted Filmmaking 30:43

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“Before I Change My Mind” is a wonderful coming-of-age story with a twist: the gender of our protagonist, Robin (played by Vaughan Murrae), is indeterminate throughout the film. Writer/Director Trevor Anderson shares how his extensive theater experience — and the support of the Edmonton theater scene — was integral to the making of this movie. We a…

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Breaking Things to Learn: Inside RIT's VP Research & Education 1:05:52

3M ago1:05:52

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In this episode of VP Land, Aaron Gordon from Synapse VP and David Long from RIT dive into the current state and future of virtual production. Learn about the challenges of LED stage design, how they're teaching virtual production, and how emerging tech like AI will impact filmmaking. RIT | Certified Get Certified in Virtual Production http://ntm.l…

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Score Guide – Chicken Run (2000) 2:00:19

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Welcome to Hut 41 of Sideshow’s soundtrack farm for the next Score Guide. Will & Wend return to Dreamworks to count their chickens and guide you through the memorable score to the 2000 stop-motion claymation, Chicken Run by John Powell and Harry Gregson-Williams. Your regular armchair musicologists shall be pulling back the perimeter fence to revea…

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S19 - Ep 4 - Drugstore June - Cinematography 25:53

4M ago25:53

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“Drugstore June”, starring Esther Povitsky, is a refreshingly low-key comedy that I sincerely enjoyed. Indie filmmaking is challenging, and Cinematographer Sherri Kauk explains how she worked with Director Nicholaus Goossen and the rest of the crew on issues of budget and schedule, ensuring that they got the most bang for their limited buck. She al…

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How Miniatures and LED Screens Brought Sci-Fi World to Life in 'Molli and Max in the Future' 55:36

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In this episode of VP Land, we dive into the world of sci-fi and indie production with Steve Dabal, co-founder of the production house The Family. Steve shares his experience working on the indie sci-fi rom-com, Molli and Max in the Future, and how the filmmakers overcame budget constraints with creative solutions. 📧 GET THE VP LAND NEWSLETTER Subs…

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Track Swap #27 – What a Bunch of A-Holes 16:29

4M ago16:29

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Synopsis: Ready for something Marvelous? Natalie is back on Track Swap! Her and Lasse talk about two scores from two successful, but also kind of divisive sequels within the MCU. And be warned: It’s getting quite emotional!By Sideshow Sound Theatre

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S19 - Ep 3 - Griselda - Makeup 22:46

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“Griselda”, currently streaming on Netflix, stars Sofia Vergara as the titular cocaine kingpin, prominent in the Miami drug scene of the 1970s and 1980s. The role is a change of pace for the former “Modern Family” star, and my guest Angela Nogaro, Makeup Department Head for the series, was part of the team that made Sofia’s transformation possible.…

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ZEISS: Inside the ZEISS CinCraft Scenario & Nano Primes 49:08

4M ago49:08

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In this episode of VP Land, we dive into the ZEISS CinCraft Scenario with Nick Hayes and Tanner Grimshaw, a powerful camera tracking system for virtual production. 📧 GET THE VP LAND NEWSLETTER Subscribe for free for the latest news and BTS insights on video creation 2-3x a week: https://ntm.link/vp_land 📺 MORE VP LAND EPISODES How GhostFrame is Cre…

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From the Vault – Score Guide – Shrek (2001) 1:43:59

4M ago1:43:59

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We welcome you and all fairytale creatures across the land to our 37th Score Guide! Will & Wend set off from Duloc to embark on a great and noble quest to guide their loyal listenership through the masterful score to the 2001 Academy Award-winning, DreamWorks animation, Shrek by Harry Gregson-Williams and John Powell. Your hosts journey past French…

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S19 - Ep 2 - Sexy Beast - Producing and Editing 26:02

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The Paramount+ series “Sexy Beast”, with all eight episodes currently streaming, is a prequel to Jonathan Glazer’s 2000 film of the same name. My guest is Producer and Editor Matthew Barber, who joined the production to help establish the tone of the series and worked as an editor on the first and last episodes. We talk about the challenges of doin…

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The Sideshow Theme Show #4 – On Your Left 54:27

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Join hosts Will and Lasse as they dive into the iconic Portals scene and its accompanying theme from the Avengers: Endgame. Discover how Alan Silvestri’s powerful theme foreshadows the climactic battle of the film and captures the emotional essence of the conclusion to the 22-film Infinity Saga.By Sideshow Sound Theatre

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The State of The VFX Industry in 2024, with VFX Comp Supervisor Ruth Meridjen | TVAP EP59 44:47

4M ago44:47

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In this episode, I chat to VFX Comp Supervisor Ruth Meridjen about the state of the VFX industry in 2024 and the impact of the pandemic on production. The slow ramp-up of production and the greenlighting of projects are discussed. The future of the industry and the role of AI in filmmaking are examined, with a focus on the limitations and regulatio…

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S19 - Ep 1 - Oppenheimer - Props at the Oscars 34:46

4M ago34:46

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“Oppenheimer” cleaned up at the Academy Awards last weekend, claiming seven statues for its 13 nominations. My guest this episode is the film’s Propmaster, Guillaume DeLouche. Achievement in Propmastering isn’t recognized with an Oscar, but today, we’re going to discuss how props contributed to all of the nominations and wins for Christopher Nolan’…

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This music video tested out every new piece of filmmaking gear 1:05:11

5M ago1:05:11

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In this episode, we dive deep into the making of Project Chimera with Snehal Patel, a music video project that blends classical Indian dance with high-tech filmmaking. We dive into: ‣ Working backward to figure out when virtual production is the right approach...and when it isn't ‣ Snehal's approach to integrating AI in storyboarding and 3D element…

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S18 - Ep 12 - 96th Oscars - Propmastering 42:54

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BONUS EPISODE! Propmastering is not recognized with an Oscar, but what if it was? Gregg Bilson, Jr. (President of mega-prop conglomerate ISS) and Scott Buckwald (property master and friend of the podcast!) discuss a hypothetical slate of films that could be nominated for their props. This episode wraps our Academy Awards coverage, but if you've lis…

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The Sideshow Theme Show #3 – The Old Ways 31:20

5M ago31:20

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Welcome to another episode of The Sideshow Theme Show! In this episode, hosts Will Dodson and Lasse Vogt dive into the magical world of Trevor Jones’ enchanting theme for the 1998 miniseries, Merlin. Join us as we explore the intricacies of this captivating score and discuss its significance in the realm of fantasy soundtracks. From haunting melodi…

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Exploitation of VFX Artists - With Senior CG Generalist Mark Woodcock | TVAP EP58 1:02:19

5M ago1:02:19

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Exploitation of VFX Artists - With Senior CG Generalist Mark Woodcock | TVAP EP58 In this episode, I chat to senior CG Generalist Mark Woodcock about the exploitation of Artists in the VFX industry, following his recent and ongoing dispute with IXOR Visual FX. Mark joins the podcast to enlighten us, for the purpose of informing and educating other …

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S18 - Ep 11 - 96th Oscars - Original Song 1:46:14

5M ago1:46:14

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The Academy Awards are only a week away, and today we’re discussing the Oscar nominees for Original Song. My guests — Chris Molanphy (chart analyst and podcast host), Louis Weeks (score composer), and Tom Peyton (song writer) — offer an assessment of these nominees that encompasses both the technical and the meta. The 2023 Nominees for Original Son…

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S18 - Ep 10 - 96th Oscars - Original Score 1:30:15

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Our tour through the technical categories continues with a discussion of the Oscar nominees for Original Score. My guests — Louis Weeks (score composer), Chris Molanphy (chart analyst/pop critic), and Jennie Armon (executive producer/music supervisor) — offer a multi-layered set of insights. The 2023 Nominees for Original Score: •"American Fiction"…

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Track Swap Special – Favorite Scores of 2023 22:26

5M ago22:26

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The time has come once again: Lasse Vogt is counting down his favorite scores of the previous year. This time, it’s “only” a Top 3, but those are truly something special. And plenty of honorable mentions get their spotlight as well! Maybe some of your favorites also made the list? Tune in and find out!…

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S18 - Ep 9 - 96th Oscars - Film Editing 45:18

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The Oscar nominees for Film Editing compose an interesting slate of films this year, and editors Christopher Angel and Amy Duddleston return to share their insights. For those following along at home, you may be amused to know that they disagree on the merits of at least one of these movies, but they both reinforced my opinion about the one nominee…

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The health of the VFX industry in 2024, with foudner of MOTUS Kurt Maclachlan | TVAP EP57 57:50

5M ago57:50

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The health of the VFX industry in 2024, with foudner of MOTUS Kurt Maclachlan | TVAP EP57 In this episode, I chat to Kurt Maclachlan about the status of the VFX in 2024. We discuss where things are at currently, what needs to be done for a better future of the VFX industry and more! 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:48 Causes of the Strikes 04:2…

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S18 - Ep 8 - 96th Oscars - Makeup and Hairstyling 37:27

5M ago37:27

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Our Academy Awards series continues with a discussion of the Oscar nominees for Makeup and Hairstyling. Joining me today are Angela Nogaro (Makeup) and Yvonne Depatis-Kupka (Hair), discussing not only the nominated films but - once again - questions about the selection process and who is considered part of the team. Why is there only one name on th…

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Archives: Aliens Minute 55 with Pete the Retailer and Matt Gourley 49:44

5M ago49:44

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From the archives, we revisit the time Pete the Retailer brought his buddy Matt Gourley (Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend, James Bonding, I Was There Too) on to talk about Pete's desire to be Gorman in a video game scenario, whether any prequel has ever been any good, and to discuss a possible BBC Nature Documentary about the Xenomorph. --- Support thi…

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The Sideshow Theme Show #2 – PerfeXion 46:26

6M ago46:26

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In the second episode of The Sideshow Theme Show, host Will Dodson is once again joined by Lasse Vogt to explore the electrifying main theme from “X-Men: First Class,” composed by Henry Jackman. Together, they dissect the theme’s intricacies and discuss its significance within the film’s narrative. Tune in as they share their favorite moments from …

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