Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and Directing

Filmmakers Matt Enlow & Oren Kaplan
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Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing hosted by directors. Each week we interview filmmakers on writing, cinematography, development and acting to learn how to build a successful career as a filmmaker in the Hollywood industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. The Film Fixer w/Janek Ambros - Just Shoot It 496

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    The Film Fixer w/Janek Ambros - Just Shoot It 496

    Janek Ambros https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4471783/ doesn't use social media for self-promotion. And he tells up and coming filmmakers, you have to be annoying. Because in reality, that's what everyone in this industry is doing, including A-Listers. Besides if you're under 30, you're not supposed to know any better. So swing for the fence!! With a Sundance film under his belt and scores of other, Janek brings a filmmaker-sans-TV-commercial perspective, grit, and tenacity. And Matt and Oren explore his fascinating counterpoint take one how to make a career. Things like what makes a script that gets picked up. And where to start writing -- for character or budget. It's a fact-filled episode overflowing with juicy info! Find Janek on IG: @assemblylineent --- Help our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/JustShootItPod Matt's Endorsement: "Singing In the Rain" https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0045152/ Oren's Endorsement: "Gabby's Dollhouse", the movie https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32214143/ and the HBO show "Peacemaker" https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13146488/ Janek's Endorsement: "The Kid Stays in the Picture" audiobook by Robert Evans, read by Robert Evans https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Kid-Stays-in-the-Picture-Audiobook/B00CICHAN8 And “Adventures in the Screen Trade”, the book https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/william-goldman/adventures-in-the-screen-trade/9780446391177  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 13 min
  2. The Chilling Truth behind 'Bone Lake' w/Mercedes Bryce Morgan - Just Shoot It 495

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    The Chilling Truth behind 'Bone Lake' w/Mercedes Bryce Morgan - Just Shoot It 495

    Mercedes Bryce Morgan https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5521959/ talks about building the career that got her "Bone Lake" https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26783625/. From several Marshmello videos, episodes of Stargate Origins, and ten-by-tens, Mercedes has learned a lot. One of her techniques is the pre-pitch meeting. That's a get together (on zoom of course) prior to her pitch. Kind of like a creative brief. And she sees it as an opportunity to find out what they really want. Which is sometimes easier for people to articulate, she learned, as what they don't want. Another is embedding gifs into her shot list and seeing second units not as a budget extra, but as a real cost-saving tool. If you're building a career as a fillmmaker, you won't want to miss out on some pointers that most people don't talk about. --- Help our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/JustShootItPod Join Matt & Oren at the Just Shoot It mixer! You don't even have to shower come! Free tickets!  Wednesday, October 8 · 7 - 10pm PDT Lawless Brewing Co. 5275 Craner Avenue Los Angeles, CA 91601 RSVP and info at https://events.justshootitpod.com or https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-shoot-it-october-meetup-tickets-1665676596539 Matt's Endorsement: Texture Labs https://texturelabs.org/ Oren's Endorsement: Have an editor on set. And bring png's of on-screen text to your VTR person on set.  Mercedes' Endorsement: Six Flags' Hurricane Harbor https://www.sixflags.com/hurricaneharborla Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 9 min
  3. Getting Schooled By No Film School's GG Hawkins - Just Shoot It 494

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    Getting Schooled By No Film School's GG Hawkins - Just Shoot It 494

    Matt and Oren reveal their backstory in this collab with G.G. Hawkins and No Film School. https://nofilmschool.com/u/lostingraceland And you won't want to miss what it was like before smartphones , back when there was a barrier to entry to making video or film.  It was totally different from today. Or was it? OK today, almost anyone can use a smartphone and AI to create some amazing content. And that's just the opportunity. It may be easier, but it has less value. Meaning most anyone can't make a living as a filmmaker. Or can you? Maybe you can master the multiple tentacles of connections you need to have in order to have visibility to opportunities that level up you career in a meaningful way. And maybe you can build community and know how to warm people up to who you are in a matter of seconds.   And that's what this episode is about. Because today it's even more critical to get the attention of people you need to hear you out, when they see thousands just like you every day. --- Help our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/JustShootItPod Join Matt & Oren at the Just Shoot It mixer! You don't even have to shower come! Free tickets!  Wednesday, October 8 · 7 - 10pm PDT Lawless Brewing Co. 5275 Craner Avenue Los Angeles, CA 91601 RSVP and info at https://events.justshootitpod.com or https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-shoot-it-october-meetup-tickets-1665676596539 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    59 min
  4. Don’t Make Your Movie! w/Tom Morris & Carlyn Hudson - Just Shoot It 493

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    Don’t Make Your Movie! w/Tom Morris & Carlyn Hudson - Just Shoot It 493

    Tom Morris https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2730235/ joins Carlyn Hudson - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3972277 https://www.instagram.com/carlynhudson to talk about their views on making that signature feature film that everyone dreams of, one that is an iconic piece of IP that launches a Jordan Peele-career. And Oren and Matt dive into what that means when you start wanting to own a house, have kids, and think about college -- not your college tuition, but your kids! On the one hand, a successful freelance career in commercials, can make it all happen. And over 10 years, 15 years or more it can elevate your directing chops beyond what you could have imagined. On the other hand, it can be the very reason why chasing that feature, the one that finally shows your fill skill set and ability, is a financial fantasy. Why risk losing more work to take 2, 3, or 10 years to make that feature? And Tom gets into how, after having several features under his belt, what would get him noticed by influential showrunners, was making another short. Ira Glass preached about how you have to stick it out until your talent matches your taste. But is that even possible in a future with AI? This is the mature, filmmaker convo that no one gets into. And it comes at a time when what you do next matters more than ever. --- Matt's Endorsement: Weleda Skin Food https://www.weleda.com/product/skin-food-light-nourishing-cream-g007756 Oren's Endorsement: How to be a human fly swatter using the Alan Gwizdowski method https://www.instagram.com/alangwiz/ .  Tom's Endorsement: the medical staff at Cedar's Sinai Hospital Carlyn's Endorsement: "The Battered Bastard of Baseball" documentary on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/title/70299904 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 11 min
  5. Engagement Farming w/Matt & Oren- Just Shoot It 492

    11 SEPT

    Engagement Farming w/Matt & Oren- Just Shoot It 492

    Matt & Oren dive into answering your questions. It's a new format and we hope it clicks! And whether it works or not, there's a new way you can let them know. There's questions from early career filmmakers. What is the one piece of gear filmmakers buy early on, but don't need? What's the best way to invest $100 in film gear? How do you write dialog that feels real? And questions about life on set. Like, what's the most stressful part of directing? What does a director actually do once they're on set? And what are some things that go wrong on every shoot? And they round out the episode with some hacks for tackling the toughest production problems.   But most importantly, Matt and Oren are throwing a party. And it's your chance to connect with other filmmakers and let them know what you think! RSVP below! --- !!! PARTY INFO !!! Free tickets!  Wednesday, October 8 · 7 - 10pm PDT Lawless Brewing Co. 5275 Craner Avenue Los Angeles, CA 91601 RSVP and info at https://events.justshootitpod.com or https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-shoot-it-october-meetup-tickets-1665676596539 Matt's Endorsement: Drink whole milk. Not skim, 2%, soy milk or one of those other kinds of milk. Even as an adult. And not just in your coffee. Oren's Endorsement: Use Midjourney to make animated lower thirds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h
  6. Putting A TV Show Together w/ Matlock and She-Hulk Showrunner Kat Coiro - Just Shoot It 491

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    Putting A TV Show Together w/ Matlock and She-Hulk Showrunner Kat Coiro - Just Shoot It 491

    Marvel director Kat Coiro https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0192478 covers everything from working with day players to why directors have to take acting classes. Once an actor herself, Kat has mastered the art of infusing enthusiasm into every set and using that energy to supercharge collaboration.  Kat's worn every hat—writer, actor, director, producer, EP, and more. And while CAA found her because of her short film, her deep understanding of each role on set propelled her into a coveted career directing "Marry Me" with Owen Wilson and Jennifer Lopez, "Matlock" with Kathy Bates, Marvel's "She Hulk: Attorney at Law", to name a few.  Is there ever over-preparing as a director? Not according to Kat. It's all about putting in the work, asking questions of your showrunner, and really investing into its world. And she doesn't downplay the ability to leverage commercial sensibilities, and pitching with decks and details that can take weeks simply on spec.  Join us October 8th for a meetup in @ Lawless Brewery in North Hollywood. Tickets are free, but RSVP at: events.JustShootItpod.com Matt and Oren get Kat to share her go‑to techniques for “talking details through” before stepping on set. And why talking about how you were up all night working on the show, isn't necessarily a good sign.  In fact, Kat's a big believer in the importance of self-care in projecting confidence. And mantra is about knowing when :slowing down" unlocks "speeding up". For Kat, relaxing and taking care of yourself is a huge part of a show's overall success.  --- Matt's Endorsement: Atlas Obscura App https://app.atlasobscura.com/ Oren's Endorsement: Swap wearing your watch on different wrists to avoid tan lines. Use Midjourney https://www.midjourney.com/home for art direction inspiration. Kat's Endorsement: the Oura Ring https://ouraring.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 21 min
  7. Marketing Yourself w/Matt and Oren - Just Shoot It 490

    28 AGO

    Marketing Yourself w/Matt and Oren - Just Shoot It 490

    After an amazing DP/cinematographer has an unfortunate schedule change, Matt & Oren whip up a discussion about social media and listener notes about their websites. And Matt talks about how his LinkedIn post got noticed. And there's a surprising little twist that might make some listeners uneasy. Later, they dig into a listener question. And that leads to some banter about the must haves when you're shooting a commercial on spec. And Matt decodes a list of items that make a compelling spec, especially when you write it yourself. Matt's Endorsement: Fog machines are inexpensive right now. Oren's Endorsement: You can Google how long trailers are before a movie plays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
  8. Vibe Checks w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 489

    21 AGO

    Vibe Checks w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 489

    Matt & Oren discuss the feeling dogging every freelancer: "Will I ever work again?" They dig into who they recommend when they can't take an awesome job, and how that has paid it forward in good ways. Maybe it's all about who you vibe with.  But what is that, exactly? And what if a brand or agency does a vibe check on you? Surprisingly, it's like a date, and more of sales pitch so be prepared! But there's a way to show up with a certain enthusiasm for a project and demonstrate a personal connection without sounding like a cold email that falls on its face. This episode is definitely worth a listen if you're trying to rack up more jobs this year! Matt's Endorsement: Deschute's Fresh Squeezed Non-Alcohoilc IPA https://deschutesbrewery.com/products/fresh-squeezed-non-alcoholic Oren's Endorsement: Tab Groups in Google Chrome. R-Click on a tab > Add Tab to New Group. Also on Chromium-based browsers like Firefox and Brave. https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/2391819?hl=en&sjid=9324260012388965296-NC#zippy=%2Cgroup-your-tabs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
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Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing hosted by directors. Each week we interview filmmakers on writing, cinematography, development and acting to learn how to build a successful career as a filmmaker in the Hollywood industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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