The Filmmakers Podcast

Today on the show, Giles Alderson welcomes the fantastic team behind Krays – Code of Silence (2021), produced by our co-host Lucinda Rhodes Thakrar, director Ben Mole & screenwriter Luke Bailey.Together, they dive deep into the making of the feature film about the Krays and give an honest look at the writer-director-producer relationship and its dynamic in the different stages of production.Luke talks all about his writing process, how he worked with Ben, why writing a treatment is important & how he writes dialogue. Ben, on the other hand, talks about working with actors, his cast, directing techniques, transitions, and why performance is more important than effects. And lastly, Lucinda discusses pre-production, bringing the team together, and why this is the movie she’s most proud of.This is a masterclass on how to make an indie film. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s episode with Ben Mole, Luke Bailey & Lucinda Rhodes Thakrar. KRAYS – CODE OF SILENCE is out NOW!1960s London. Hemlines are up, The Beatles are on the radio and crime is at the highest level on record. Detective Nipper Read is tasked with the impossible mission of bringing the city back to the rule of law. As he faces bent cops, political backstabbing, and terrified witnesses, he becomes increasingly obsessed with breaking the code of silence. He will push the rules, his moral compass, and his own sense of who he is, to the breaking point. The true story of the price paid by the man who caught the Kray twins. EPISODE LINKSWatch KRAYS – CODE OF SILENCE | TRAILERFollow Small Black Arrows on TWITTER PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast MERCHSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.CHRISTMAS SALE: Use the code “XMAS” to get 15% off! SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSubscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted, produced and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonEdited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepMarketing Huw SiddleLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Christmas! That’s why we have another special episode for you! Our Christmas present for you, so to speak, lovely listener. Take it – we’re not taking it back.We brought (most of) our hosts together to take part in our annual Movie Quiz! Who will claim Giles’ fancy prize? And we look back on 2021: We not only talk about our favourite films of the year, the most successful episodes on the podcast, but also about the current state of the film industry, keeping focus in difficult times, and much more. Join us in our madness!Featuring the legends, Giles Alderson, Matt & Tori Butler-Hart, Phil Hawkins, Dom Lenoir, Lucinda Rhodes Thakrar, Andrew Rodger, & Tobias Vees.Merry Christmas everyone! EPISODE LINKSBuy Matt & Tori’s book here: Full to the Brim with Fizz, Ginger, and Fierce Determination: A Modern Guide to Independent Filmmaking PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast MERCHSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.CHRISTMAS SALE: Use the code “XMAS” to get 15% off! SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSubscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted, produced and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonEdited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepMarketing Huw SiddleLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Giles Alderson and co-host Lucinda Rhodes Thakrar welcome the incredible Philip Barantini! He is the writer-director-producer of the Indie One-Take Film Boiling Point (2021), which won multiple BIFA awards, including Best Cinematography, Best Supporting Actress, Best Casting, Best Sound, & and Phil was also nominated for Best Director!Phil dives deep into his filmmaking career: He talks about how he started out as an actor, how he slowly shifted into directing and into the mindset of a director, and his learnings from that. He also talks about his first feature film Villain (2020) and obviously everything about how Boiling Point came about and how he made it.Who hasn’t thought of making a One-Take Film? No one. So listen up! This is a masterclass on how to actually shoot a Oner. Phil discusses rehearsals, how he works with actors, which camera he used, and why making a One-Take-Film is like ballet.We had a great chat with Phil. He gives tons of tips & tricks on directing. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s episode with Philip Barantini. BOILING POINT is coming out on the 7th January 2022 in cinemas & on Streaming Platforms!Enter the relentless pressure of a restaurant kitchen as a head chef wrangles his team on the busiest day of the year. EPISODE LINKSWatch BOILING POINT in cinemas | TRAILERFollow Philip on TWITTER | INSTAGRAM PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast MERCHSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.CHRISTMAS SALE: Use the code “XMAS” to get 15% off! SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSubscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted, produced and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonEdited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepMarketing Huw SiddleLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s show, Giles Alderson and co-host Christian James welcome the fantastic director Mike Rohl. He’s known for films & TV shows like Shadowhunters (2017-2019), Smallville (2006-2011), Supernatural (2006-2012), Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles (2008) and the feature films The Princess Switch, of which The Princess Switch 3 (2021) is out now on Netflix.Mike dives deep into this long filmmaking career that began in the 80s: He talks all about his beginnings, his first features films and what he learned from making them. He discusses pitching, why Hollywood loves showmanship and the difference between directing TV and feature films.He also talks about the technical side of shooting & directing, his process, how to pick a good 1st AD, working with actors, and goes in-depth on how he made The Princess Switch. You think these Christmas movies are not for you? Well, you should reconsider, because Mike is a master of his craft.Today’s conversation is a gem for all directors out there. This is for you. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s episode with Mike Rohl. THE PRINCESS SWITCH 3 is out on NETFLIX!When a priceless relic is stolen, Queen Margaret and Princess Stacy enlist the help of Margaret’s cousin Fiona teams with a man from her past to retrieve it, with romance and resulting in a very unexpected switch. EPISODE LINKSWatch THE PRINCESS SWITCH 3 TRAILER JP Watts' Screenwriting Class: https://learntowritemovies.com/Watch REPEAT   PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast MERCHSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.CHRISTMAS SALE: Use the code “XMAS” to get 15% off! SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSubscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted, produced and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonEdited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepMarketing Huw SiddleLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s show, Giles Alderson welcomes not one, not two, but THREE great filmmakers of the fantastic historical drama Lapwing (2021): Writer Laura Turner, director Philip Stevens and leading actress Hannah Douglas.They dive deep into the making of their feature film: Laura talks about how the film came about, what her writing process was like, and how they turned an initial short film idea into a feature script. Hannah talks about collaboration, how she approaches a role, what it was like on set, and shares some juicy tips and tricks for actors. Aaaand Philip discusses what he learned from making his first feature film, why it took so long to finally finish it, and how he raises money for his short films through the BFI.Lapwing is out now. Do go support. It shows what can be achieved on a micro-budget. It’s amazing. As is the team behind it. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s episode with Laura Turner, Philip Stevens and Hannah Douglas. LAPWING is out NOW!England 1555. An isolated group of salt farmers arrange illegal passage to Europe for an Indian Gypsy family in hiding. But a love affair between Patience, a mute English girl, and Rumi, the son of the Egyptians, threatens to destroy both communities. EPISODE LINKSWatch LAPWING | TRAILERLapwing LINKTREE PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast MERCHSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.CHRISTMAS SALE: Use the code “XMAS” to get 15% off! SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSubscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted, produced and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonEdited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepMarketing Huw SiddleLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, Giles Alderson and co-host Tobias Vees welcome 3-time Emmy-winning writer & producer Michael Price. His long lists of credits include The Simpsons, The Simpsons Movie (2007), several Lego Star Wars Specials, F is for Family and many more!Mike dives deep into his writing career, how he got his first jobs, how he deals with rejection, and how he was hired to write for The Simpsons. He also discusses where his ideas come from, pitching and what it takes to write comedy.Aaaand he talks about how F is for Family came about, how he created the show, how he structures a season as well as individual episode and why you should stick to what you believe in.Mike was an incredible guest. Writers, get your pens out! You’re in for a treat! Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s episode with Michael Price. The final season of F IS FOR FAMILY IS OUT NOW ON NETFLIX!Follow the Murphy family back to the 1970s, when kids roamed wild, beer flowed freely and nothing came between a man and his TV. EPISODE LINKSGet your ticket: From Shorts to Feature with Giles Alderson & Jennifer SheridanSupport 175 on GREENLITFollow Tobi on INSTAGRAM PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast MERCHSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.CHRISTMAS SALE: Use the code “XMAS” to get 15% off! SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSubscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted, produced and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonEdited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepMarketing Huw SiddleLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello and welcome to episode 250 of The Filmmaker’s Podcast! Another very, very special one for you lovely listeners. 250 episodes!! Today, WE talk filmmaking! In OUR VERY, VERY HUMBLE OPINION!For this special episode, our hosts Giles Alderson, Phil Hawkins, Christian James, Dom Lenoir & Tobias Vees sat down to talk about THEIR filmmaking tips and tricks. They discuss how to build good working relationships, how to approach producers with your script, and what a good pitch deck looks like.They also talk about the life of a director on set, how to make it through a 3-week shoot, and the difference between a dictator and a leader. And they talk about the editing process, their filmmaking inspirations, practical directing tips, coverage, short films, and what they would tell their younger selves.All that is to come and more on this week’s episode! So, sit back, relax, and enjoy this informative madness with our hosts, Giles Alderson, Phil Hawkins, Christian James, Dom Lenoir & Tobias Vees. PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast MERCHSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.CHRISTMAS SALE: Use the code “XMAS” to get 15% off! SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSubscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted, produced and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonEdited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepMarketing Huw SiddleLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we have another special episode for you lovely listeners! REPEAT (2021) is finally OUT! REPEAT (2021) is finally OUT! – The Si-Fi-Thriller that host Giles Alderson and co-host Lucinda Rhodes Thakrar have produced during lockdown. Together, they welcome writer-director Richard Miller and lead actors Charlotte Ritchie & Tom England!Richard dives deep into his filmmaking career, what he learned from making his first feature, how Repeat came about, how he brought Giles on board by sending him a message on Twitter, and how he turned his house into a film set.They also discuss the difference between confidence and ego, shot-lists and storyboards, working with actors as well as selling the movie around the world.And Charlotte & Tom talk about what it was like on the set of Repeat, what they expect from a director and how they deal with very emotional scenes.What an episode! So many guests, so many topics that we covered. This is an epic masterclass on how to make a no-budget feature film. If you love us, and we know you do, do go support the film in any way you can. Watch it, leave a lovely review, and/or tell your friends about it. It means the world to us.Without any further ado, sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s episode with Richard Miller, Charlotte Ritchie & Tom England. EPISODE LINKSWatch REPEAT now on iTUNES or SKY | TRAILERREPEAT linktree: https://linktr.ee/repeatmovie It’s TRANSGENDER AWARENESS WEEK!Watch DISCLOSUREAnd check out STORYVILLE PATREONBig thank you to:Sasha LatoyaMarli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast MERCHSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.CHRISTMAS SALE: Use the code “XMAS” to get 15% off! SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSubscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted, produced and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonEdited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepMarketing Huw SiddleLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, in this special episode, Dom Lenoir welcomes the wonderful actress Alice Eve to chat about her latest film Si-Fi feature film Warning (2021), which is out now! She is known for films like Men in Black 3 (2012), Star Trek: Into Darkness (2013), She’s out of my League (2010), Bombshell (2019), and The Stolen (2017), to name a few.Dom and Alice sat down to talk about the deeper themes of Warning and Si-Fi as a reflection on current issues. Alice also discusses downtime between projects, how directors should approach actors, and why a good script is important.And because we didn’t have that much time to talk to Alice, Dom and Giles Alderson sat down together after the interview for a relaxed chat about the ups and downs of today’s filmmaking world.Two lovely conversations in one bonus episode! You don’t want to miss this. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s episode with Alice Eve. EPISODE LINKSWatch WARNING now | TRAILER Listen to The Stolen team on Ep17 of The Filmmakers Podcast here: https://thefilmmakerspodcast.com/ep17/Watch YOUR REALITY here: https://youtu.be/SVCqTcb4qkMSupport HE NEVER LEFT A HALLOWEEN: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/he-never-left-a-halloween-slasher-film#/Pre-order REPEAT here: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/movie/repeat/id1593393555 PATREONBig thank you to:Sasha LatoyaMarli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast MERCHSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.CHRISTMAS SALE: Use the code “XMAS” to get 15% off! SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSubscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted, produced and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonEdited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepMarketing Huw SiddleLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, Giles Alderson and co-host Tobias Vees welcome the amazing writer-director JP Watts to talk about his debut feature film, The War Below (2021).During World War I, a group of British miners are recruited to tunnel underneath no man’s land and set bombs from below the German front in hopes of breaking the deadly stalemate of the Battle of Messines.JP talks about how the movie came about, how he co-wrote the film, how he got producers on board, and why connections in the film industry are vitally important. He discusses how he directs actors, how he collaborates with his DOP, and the importance of a good casting agent and a good crew. He also dives deep into VFX, how he did it and what you should know.We had an inspiring conversation with tons of tips and tricks for you lovely filmmakers out there! An absolute masterclass! So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s episode with JP Watts. EPISODE LINKSWatch THE WAR BELOW now | TRAILERFollow JP Watts on INSTAGRAMLearn How to write Movies with JP's Course on screenwriting https://learntowritemovies.com/ Pre-order REPEAT here: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/movie/repeat/id1593393555 Rebellion Studios https://rebellionfilmstudios.com/ PATREONBig thank you to:Sasha LatoyaMarli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast MERCHSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.CHRISTMAS SALE: Use the code “XMAS” to get 15% off! SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSubscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted, produced and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonEdited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepMarketing Huw SiddleLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices