

In Love with the Process Podcast
Mike Pecci
Join the thrilling journey of film director Mike Pecci as he fearlessly dives into the realm of chasing his dreams. Buckle up and get ready for the exhilarating ride as he embarks on the adventure of preparing for his very first Hollywood feature film! Grab those noise-cancelling headphones and immerse yourself in the pulsating beats of the hottest new synth-wave music. Picture yourself sipping on a cold beer and savoring home-smoked BBQ while engaging in candid conversations with Pecci and a diverse cast of unexpected guests, including filmmakers, artists, technicians, chefs, and musicians. They're all here to unveil their most intimate stories and demystify the path to success. Get ready to learn, laugh, and be inspired like never before with the IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS PODCAST! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 23, 2023 • 21min
ILWP | Thursday 2_22_23
Mike and Gina catch up and talk about whatever comes to mind.Sponsored by:https://fotodioxpro.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21, 2023 • 1h 55min
EP235 | We have to be able to Make Mistakes (w/ Vanessa Cuccia)
On today's episode of IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS podcast we take you on a journey into the musical world of Vanessa Cucci. She talks in depth about her process making the explicit GEMINI music video and how her past relationships have shaped her art. Cucci and Pecci also have an important conversation about how important it is to be able to make mistakes, and how being free to do so can lead to better and more fulfilling art.---------------------------------Go to inlovewiththeprocess.com to see trailers and clips!►Vanessa's work: https://linktr.ee/vanessa_cuccia►Vanessa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessa_cuccia►Mike Pecci's IG: instagram.com/mikepecci►ILWP's IG: instagram.com/inlovewiththeprocesspod------------->Featuring Music from:►Code Elektro►Vanessa CucciaThe Episode is Sponsored by► bokehrentals.com/► Puget Systems: puget.systems/go/ILWTP► FujiFilm: fujifilm-x.com/► FujiFilm Shop: bit.ly/3Q2zTHw ► FujiFilm Refurb: bit.ly/3I9NLh4► FujiFilmX-H2S: bit.ly/3i22hN5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 2023 • 2h 35min
SPECIAL EPISODE | Get your Money! (w/ Lance, Brett, & Nik)
Joining Mike in the studio today is actor Lance A. Williams, comedian Brett McCabe and writer/comedian/podcaster Nik Oldershaw. The guys shoot the shit about work, beers and chasing down money from clients. Strap in for a fun and informative hangout over beers.----------------------------------►Mike Pecci's IG: instagram.com/mikepecci►ILWP's IG: instagram.com/inlovewiththeprocesspod------------->Featuring Music from:►Code Elektro►BetamaxxThe Episode is Sponsored by► bokehrentals.com/► Puget Systems: puget.systems/go/ILWTP► FujiFilm: fujifilm-x.com/► FujiFilm Shop: bit.ly/3Q2zTHw ► FujiFilm Refurb: bit.ly/3I9NLh4► FujiFilmX-H2S: bit.ly/3i22hN5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 2023 • 2h 25min
EP234 | What is an Anamorphic Cinema Lens? (w/ Dan Kanes)
How many of you know what an anamorphic lens is? if your answer is: "Those lenses with the sweet blue flares from JJ Abrams movies!", then today's episode will blow your mind. Yes, most anamorphic lenses give you beautiful lens flares, but they are more than that. One today's episode of In Love with the Process Podcast we talk about creating a larger stage for actor performances and blocking, enabling you to film 3 people in a close-up, and much much more. ILWP host and director Mike Pecci has been shooting his horror films with anamorphic lenses for years now, and he recently just shot a short film using the Atlas Lens Co. Orion lenses and met CEO and Co-Founder Dan Kanes in the process. Dan blew his mind with stories of the history of cinema lenses and you will never guess why the anamorphic process was originally created! Get ready for a wild ride back through the history of American cinema as we track the origins of Anamorphic Cinema lenses and the effect they have had on movies!---------------------------------Go to inlovewiththeprocess.com to see trailers and clips!►Atlas Lense Co: https://atlaslensco.com/►Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_kanes►Mike Pecci's IG: instagram.com/mikepecci►ILWP's IG: instagram.com/inlovewiththeprocesspod------------->Featuring Music from:►Code Elektro►L'AvenueThe Episode is Sponsored by► bokehrentals.com/► Puget Systems: puget.systems/go/ILWTP► FujiFilm: fujifilm-x.com/► FujiFilm Shop: bit.ly/3Q2zTHw ► FujiFilm Refurb: bit.ly/3I9NLh4► FujiFilmX-H2S: bit.ly/3i22hN5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 9, 2023 • 19min
ILWP | Thursday 2-7-23 | The Earthquake
Mike talks about the massive earthquake that rocked Turkey and Syria and about his insecurities in the edit room. We also give out a 12KM screener password on this episode to our friends in Turkey & Syria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 7, 2023 • 1h 44min
EP233 | Photography: Finding your Muse (w/ Eric Pare & Kim Henry)
On today's episode Mike hangs with photographer Eric Pare and performers Kim Henry. Pare is known for his ability to create jaw dropping photos and videos using his light painting techniques and his bullet-time photography. Bullet time was made famous by the original Matrix movies, enabling the artist to freeze an action, but still move 360 degrees around it. Eric has a masters grasp on technique, but it's his muse Kim Henry that brings the human element, the soul if you will, to the work. Kim is a dancer that is obsessed with body language, and using her muscles in motion to tell a story.---------------------------------Go to inlovewiththeprocess.com to see trailers and clips!►Eric's work: https://ericpare.com►Eric's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericparephoto/►Mike Pecci's IG: instagram.com/mikepecci►ILWP's IG: instagram.com/inlovewiththeprocesspod------------->Featuring Music from:►Code Elektro►Betamaxx►The Neon DroidThe Episode is Sponsored by► bokehrentals.com/► Puget Systems: puget.systems/go/ILWTP► FujiFilm: fujifilm-x.com/► FujiFilm Shop: bit.ly/3Q2zTHw ► FujiFilm Refurb: bit.ly/3I9NLh4► FujiFilmX-H2S: bit.ly/3i22hN5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 3, 2023 • 18min
ILWP | Thursday 2-2-23 | Set Life
Mike checks in during a lunch break in the edit room to talk about his weekend on the set of an indie short film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 31, 2023 • 2h 17min
EP232 | Storytellers Need to Experience Time (w/ Ab Sesay)
On today's episode, host Mike Pecci talks with Creative Producer and Photographer Ab Sesay about his experience in the freelance world and going full time with MAC Group and Sekonic. This is the episode to listen to if you are trying to start your own photography business or production company. The two discuss everything from working agreements, to financial advice to how to not to feel trapped by a job or client. There are lots of great tips here for anyone trying to find their way in the business.---------------------------------Go to inlovewiththeprocess.com to see trailers and clips!►Ab's work: https://www.absesay.com/►Ab's's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/absesay_photo/►Mike Pecci's IG: instagram.com/mikepecci►ILWP's IG: instagram.com/inlovewiththeprocesspod------------->Featuring Music from:►Code Elektro►BetamaxxThe Episode is Sponsored by► bokehrentals.com/► Puget Systems: puget.systems/go/ILWTP► FujiFilm: fujifilm-x.com/► FujiFilm Shop: bit.ly/3Q2zTHw ► FujiFilm Refurb: bit.ly/3I9NLh4► FujiFilmX-H2S: bit.ly/3i22hN5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 24, 2023 • 1h 57min
EP231 |The Script Supervisor (w/ Ana Maria Quintana)
How many of you know what a script supervisor does? Get ready to have your mind blown! It's not just about continuity, not just about taking notes on coverage, on wardrobe and lens choices. It's about being the place everyone goes for reassurance, including the director! It's arguably the crew position that holds it all together. Joining host Mike Pecci is legendary script supervisor Ana Marie Quintana, and her resume of films is way too long to list here. Lets just say that she has done 10 movies with Steven Spielberg, multiple with Ridley Scott (including Blade Runner), and all the Hunger Games films. This woman has been there for the creation of modern cinemas best shots, has learned from some of the highest regarded people in the business, oh and she worked on and survived Waterworld! Get ready for an epic look into some of your favorite films from the perspective of someone who sits next to the director all day! The Script Supervisor!---------------------------------► Ana's Work: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0704088/►Mike Pecci's IG: instagram.com/mikepecci►ILWP's IG: instagram.com/inlovewiththeprocesspod------------->Featuring Music from:► Code Elektro► L'Avenue► BetamaxxThe Episode is Sponsored by► bokehrentals.com/► Puget Systems: puget.systems/go/ILWTP► FujiFilm: fujifilm-x.com/► FujiFilm Shop: bit.ly/3Q2zTHw ► FujiFilm Refurb: bit.ly/3I9NLh4► FujiFilmX-H2S: bit.ly/3i22hN5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 2023 • 19min
ILWP | Thursday 1-19-23 | Netflix Movies
Mike chats about the Netflix movies he is watching and preparing for tax season. Enjoy the quick catch up episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


