WILDsound: The Film Podcast

Matthew Toffolo - Wildcard Pictures Corp.
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WILDsound: The Film Podcast

In each episode, our host Matthew Toffolo talks storytelling and film. Conversations with film professionals and great storytelling moments.

  1. 8 HRS AGO

    EP. 1420: Director Locky Boaretto & Actor Loki Acciarito (SHADOWS OF THE PAST)

    SHADOWS OF THE PAST, 13min., Australia Directed by Locky Boaretto A prequel to JUMPING AT SHADOWS.Also, the origin story for the character “Agent Nixon”. http://www.youtube.com/@lochnesslegends https://www.instagram.com/lochnesslegendsproductions/ Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? I was inspired by the Noir Sci-Fi vibe of films like James Cameron’s “The Terminator”, and also the character tragedy / fallen hero element of films like “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith”. What were your initial reactions when watching the audience talking about your film in the feedback video? I was actually very happy to hear that people not only had a positive reaction to the film, but that they also felt a genuine emotional connection with the 2 lead characters as well, which made me feel extremely relieved because I wasn’t sure how they were going to respond to all the tragedy elements towards the end of the narrative. Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

  2. 23 HRS AGO

    EP. 1419: Filmmaker Bryce Ury (CALIBURN)

    CALIBURN, 16min., USA Directed by Bryce Ury The legendary King Arthur goes to the Lady of the Lake for guidance, recounting both his noble deeds and tragic mistakes. Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? I’ve always been fascinated by medieval fantasy and the power of fairy tales to distill reality into one story. My wife used to teach the story of King Arthur to her 5th grade students and the image on the front cover was of a hand reaching out of the water, grasping Excalibur. That image was very impactful and I felt like there was a way to explore that chapter in the legend of Camelot in a way that was fresh and surprising while also feeling thoroughly Arthurian. From the idea to the finished product, how long did it take for you to make this film? About five years passed between the first inkling of an idea and the final edit being made on the project. Passion projects can take a long time. The “passion” can come and go. One of the greatest lessons I learned was that waiting for creativity to surface is much less productive than diving in and finding it yourself. What were your initial reactions when watching the audience talking about your film in the feedback video? The audience feedback video I received from the festival was very surreal to witness. Knowing that there were people I hadn’t met who were watching my film and enjoying it, lauding the parts of it I was proud of, was very encouraging. Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    EP. 1418: Screenwriter Gerard O’Neill (Terran Tapes – The Annunaki)

    Watch the best scene script reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GT_ztVSLtb0 Get to know the writer: What is your screenplay about? This is the tale of the immortal Vampire Goddess Lilitu of ancient lore and her near human lover Dougal, their three identical red haired daughters and an oblivious species known as humanity. What genres does your screenplay fall under? Science Fiction/Fantasy Why should this screenplay be made into a movie? Since I first took up the pen to write this story I have watched as rewrites of successful films and sequels and prequels have graced our screens, some enhanced by more seasoned writing and special effects while others show little imagination or creativity and relying on the name of it’s original. This story has no comparison. How would you describe this script in two words? Sensuous thriller What movie have you seen the most times in your life? Hard to answer. I had a mother, have a wife and daughter. Now grandchildren, so you’re looking at Sound of Music verses Willie Wonka (the original), or numerous episodes of Bluey. Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

  4. 3 DAYS AGO

    EP. 1417: (Actors Podcast #9). Actor Ryan Cason (SING ME TO SLEEP)

    Hannah Ehman chats with actor Ryan Carson on the making of the short film SING ME TO SLEEP. SING ME TO SLEEP, 25min,. USA Directed by Mario Valdivieso “Sing Me To Sleep” follows the story of a young couple by the name of Marc and Julia. Julia has been diagnosed with cancer and she is at the point where her disease has become terminal. Marc decides to take his dying wife home so they can make the most of their last days together. https://www.instagram.com/sing_me_to_sleep_film/ Follow Interviewer Hannah Ehman on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ehmanhannah/ https://www.instagram.com/_._comradecason/ Watch Hannah’s commercial spots: https://www.ispot.tv/topic/actor-actress/bP8/hannah-ehman Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

  5. 4 DAYS AGO

    EP. 1416: Filmmakers Ling Han & Tzu-Ying Ho (CHAIN)

    CHAIN, 5min., USA Directed by Ling Han “Chain,” directed by Ling Han, is a 3D animated short film featuring charming characters and a sophisticated environment. It uniquely tells the story of the mantis catching the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind. https://www.chainanimationofficial.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559900085971 https://www.instagram.com/chain_animation_official/ Get to know filmmaker Ling Han: What motivated you to make this film? On my journey to becoming a professional animator, I’m always seeking opportunities to grow and improve my artistic skills. In 2021, I started wondering how I could challenge myself further. Directing seemed like the perfect way to step outside my comfort zone and push my creative boundaries. That’s why I decided to make this film. . From the idea to the finished product, how long did it take for you to make this film? Creating this film took us over two and a half years. We continuously faced numerous challenges, including a limited budget and technical issues. These challenges significantly influenced the schedule of the project. How would you describe your film in two words!? I would describe my film as ‘challenging and rewarding.’ It was challenging because completing the entire project was difficult. It was rewarding because our teammates all grew as better artists throughout the process. Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

  6. 5 DAYS AGO

    EP. 1415: Filmmaker Christopher Patrick Vallone (HELLBOUND FUGITIVE)

    HELLBOUND FUGITIVE, 5min., USA Directed by Christopher Patrick Vallone In a desperate bid for freedom, a convict seeks refuge in a decaying fortress within the mountains. He inadvertently enters a nightmarish arena where ancient demons punish the wicked, and survival means fighting hell itself. Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? SO this film is just a piece of a feature length script I wrote 18 years ago when I was just getting out of indie filmmaking after 10 years. AI came into my life almost 2 years ago, and so I started to dabble in it. I started to make a film trailer to that feature I wrote, and then started to see some AI horror, thriller contests online, and decided to make a short “Hellbound Fugitive” as a piece off of the trailer I was producing. I figured I had some scenes made already from the trailer, why not make a short from some of the clips? So that’s what I did. What were your initial reactions when watching the audience talking about your film in the feedback video? Very cool, so glad everyone enjoyed it, and the constructive criticism was great too, great advice to help me improve next time. Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

  7. 6 DAYS AGO

    EP. 1414: Filmmaker Lisa Le Lievre (CLOSER THAN YESTERDAY)

    CLOSER THAN YESTERDAY, documentary feature film Two young San Francisco Ballet dancers compete on the world stage at the Helsinki International Ballet Competition. http://closerthanyesterday.com/ Review of the film: https://festivalreviews.org/2025/01/27/feature-film-review-closer-than-yesterday-directed-by-lisa-le-lievre/ Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

  8. JAN 30

    EP. 1413: Filmmaker Guillermo Ronco (BAD BLOOD)

    BAD BLOOD, 19min., Argentina Directed by Guillermo Ronco Abandoned by the state and with his daughter’s life at stake, police officer Rafael chooses to break his deepest convictions and commit a crime to resolve his situation. But when what was supposed to be a robbery turns into a kidnapping, he discovers that there are limits he cannot cross. https://www.instagram.com/lucero_audiovisual/ Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? In 2018/19, I began developing my first feature film, “Saints of Buenaventura”, but it was canceled due to the COVID pandemic. So, my next move to push forward this project was to shoot a short film with similar characteristics in terms of tone and artistic style. So, I took the structure of the third act of the first draft of that script and turned it into a story with a beginning and end in less than 20 minutes. What were your initial reactions when watching the audience talking about your film in the feedback video? It was awesome! The way they got engaged and moved by the story, and their comments about the right pacing and the sound score building suspense and anticipation. I work so consciously on those topics that it makes me very proud that I got them right. Feedback is priceless for us filmmakers. Thanks so much for that! Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

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In each episode, our host Matthew Toffolo talks storytelling and film. Conversations with film professionals and great storytelling moments.

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    Matthew Toffolo - Wildcard Pictures Corp.
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    300
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