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Hellblazerbiz is a show bringing those who you see on film and tv, and those who work behind the scenes, into your living room, discussing and being open about their inspirations, their careers, their lives, with lots of laughter along the way. Sit back and enjoy as you get to learn more about who they are, and that in the end, no matter what career or vocation we do, we all have similar traits and shows us the human side of these people who we admire on screen

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Hellblazerbiz is a show bringing those who you see on film and tv, and those who work behind the scenes, into your living room, discussing and being open about their inspirations, their careers, their lives, with lots of laughter along the way. Sit back and enjoy as you get to learn more about who they are, and that in the end, no matter what career or vocation we do, we all have similar traits and shows us the human side of these people who we admire on screen

    Behind the Scenes: Unmasking Emotions in Roswell Delirium with Kylee Levien

    Behind the Scenes: Unmasking Emotions in Roswell Delirium with Kylee Levien

    In this episode, join us as we delve into Kylee Levien’s journey portraying a traumatized yet resilient character in the film. From challenging hospital scenes to the emotional impact of the story, we explore the highs and lows of filmmaking. Plus, Kylee shares insights from her experience on set, including moments of improvisation and the art of vulnerability. Remember, every emotion has a story, and this podcast episode uncovers the raw emotions behind the camera. Tune in for an intimate conversation about passion, transformation, and the power of storytelling.
    Takeaways
    Roswell Delirium is a film that explores the story of a young girl dealing with trauma and adversity in a post-apocalyptic world.
    Kylee's character, Mayday Malone, is described as traumatized, strong, and independent.
    The most challenging scene for Kylee to film was in the hospital,
    The film evokes nostalgia and emotional connections to real-life events, such as the Challenger explosion.
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction
    01:12 Background and Praise for Roswell Delirium
    06:00 Challenges of Filming Emotional Scenes
    10:29 Most Challenging Scene to Film
    13:19 Emotional Impact of the Film
    15:39 The Depth and Complexity of the Film
    21:35 The Impact of Real-Life Events
    22:04 Capturing Raw Emotions
    22:52 Directing Style
    25:04 Memorable Moments on Set
    31:23 Approaching Roles with Physical Transformations
    35:27 Improvisation and Character Development
    39:11 Upcoming Projects
    41:08 Lessons Learned

    • 40 min
    Emotional Resonance: Arielle Bodenhausen discusses her role in Roswell Delirium

    Emotional Resonance: Arielle Bodenhausen discusses her role in Roswell Delirium

    Arielle Bodenhausen joins me to chat and discusses her background and multiple roles, including teaching dance and yoga. She shares her transition into acting and her experience working on the film Roswell Delirium. The conversation explores the character of Wendy and her journey as a mother in a post-apocalyptic world. The emotional scenes and subtle references in the film are highlighted, along with the transformation of Wendy's character. The discussion concludes with a reflection on motherhood and the emotional resonance of the film. In this conversation, Arielle Bodenhausen discusses her powerful and emotional filming experience in the movie Roswell Delirium. She shares how she channeled her personal experiences into her performance and the impact it had on the entire cast and crew. Arielle talks about the challenges of filming intense scenes and the emotional journey her character goes through. She also reflects on the importance of trust and instinct in acting and the valuable lessons she learned from working with veteran actors. Arielle expresses her excitement for future projects and her desire to explore different types of roles.
    Takeaways
    Channeling personal experiences can bring depth and authenticity to a performance.
    Intense and emotional scenes can create a powerful and immersive filming experience.
    Trusting instincts and embracing imperfections can lead to impactful performances.
    Working with veteran actors provides valuable learning opportunities and insights.
    Exploring different types of roles can be an exciting and fulfilling career direction.

    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction
    00:41 Arielle's Background and Multiple Roles
    05:12 Role in Roswell Delirium
    08:37 Wendy's Character in the Film
    12:19 Emotional Scenes and Subtle References
    16:04 Transformation of Wendy's Character
    22:23 Powerful and Emotional Filming Experience
    23:30 Emotional Scenes and Reconnecting with Co-Stars
    24:20 Intense Makeup Process and Waiting for the Final Scene
    26:09 Impactful Performance and Marveling at Co-Star's Work
    27:15 Receiving Emotional Moments and Capturing Powerful Scenes
    29:21 The Emotional Impact of Wendy's Storyline
    30:19 Discovering the Storytelling Techniques in the Film
    32:00 Two Cameras and Seamless Transitions
    33:22 Challenges and Most Challenging Scenes
    34:04 Takeaways from Wendy's Character and Filming Experience
    36:57 Working with Veteran Actors and Learning from Them
    39:14 Future Projects and Shifting Focus
    41:45 Final Message to the Audience

    • 40 min
    Roswell Delirium: An Intimate Journey with Ashton Solecki

    Roswell Delirium: An Intimate Journey with Ashton Solecki

    In this conversation, I talk with actress Ashton Solecki about her role in the film Roswell Delirium and the challenges she faced. She shares her initial impressions of the film and the attraction to the script and story. Ashton talks about the most challenging scene she had to film and the emotional intensity of the final scene. She also discusses her working relationship with Kylie Levien and Arie Bodenhausen, as well as her experience working with Anthony Michael Hall. We talk about her experience working on the film and the unique nature of the storytelling. She emphasizes the importance of immersing oneself in a character and the impact of truthful acting. The conversation concludes with a discussion on powerful moments on set and the immersive nature of acting as well as gives us a sneak mention of her upcoming projects, including a TV show and a feature film.
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Pronunciation
    01:14 Initial Impressions of the Film
    08:00 Most Challenging Scene 1
    3:44 Working with Kylie and Ari
    21:27 Powerful Moments on Set
    23:11 Immersing Yourself in a Character
    23:59 The Impact of Truthful Acting
    24:46 The Unique Nature of Roswell Delirium
    26:10 Fitting into the Film Landscape
    27:05 The Divisiveness of Emotional Films
    27:31 Unapologetic Filmmaking
    28:22 The Rewarding Experience of Working on Roswell Delirium
    30:30 The Power of the Film's Storytelling
    32:22 The Impact of the Young Actors in the Film
    33:48 Hidden Inspirations and Homages in Roswell Delirium
    36:13 The Collaborative Effort of the Film Crew
    38:43 The Experience of Watching the Film at the Chinese Theater
    43:08 Upcoming Projects
    45:06 Closing Remarks

    • 44 min
    From Puppetry to Performance: A Journey with Charlotte Campbell

    From Puppetry to Performance: A Journey with Charlotte Campbell

    Summary In this conversation, I chat with Charlotte Campbell, who discusses her career and various aspects of her work as an actress. She talks about her early interest in performing and how she got started in the industry. Charlotte also shares her experiences with puppetry and aerial hoop, as well as her role in a play about domestic abuse. She explains her process for building a character from scratch and how she develops chemistry with her co-stars. Finally, she discusses how she handles emotionally taxing scenes and the importance of preparation and focus. In this conversation, Charlotte Campbell discusses the differences between stage and screen acting. She emphasizes the importance of being fully present and taking risks in both mediums. Charlotte also shares her admiration for actors such as Meryl Streep, Heath Ledger, and Claire Foy, who have had a significant impact on her own acting journey. She offers advice to aspiring actors, encouraging them to trust their instincts, embrace failure as redirection, and always have faith in themselves.
    Takeaways
    Early experiences and interests can shape a person's career path.
    Acting requires vulnerability and the ability to connect with others.
    Building a character involves understanding their emotional life and physicality.
    Chemistry with co-stars is developed through active listening and trust.
    Handling emotionally taxing scenes requires preparation and focus.
    Being fully present and taking risks are essential in both stage and screen acting.
    Stage acting requires pacing oneself and maintaining energy throughout a performance.
    Film acting allows for subtlety and the capture of micro expressions.
    Respecting and supporting the crew is crucial on a film set.
    Inspiration can be drawn from actors like Meryl Streep, Heath Ledger, and Claire Foy.
    Aspiring actors should trust their instincts, embrace failure, and have faith in themselves.

    Precision of Film 35:02 Respecting and Supporting the Crew 36:03 Actors Who Inspire 37:28 Meryl Streep's Impact 38:28 Heath Ledger's Performance in The Dark Knight 39:28 Claire Foy's Work in The Crown 44:31 Advice for Actors Starting Out

    • 48 min
    The Power of Presence: Dee Wallace on Acting, Writing, and embracing your creative power!

    The Power of Presence: Dee Wallace on Acting, Writing, and embracing your creative power!

    SummaryDee Wallace discusses her role in the film Roswell Delirium and the emotional connection she felt to the character. She emphasizes the importance of being present in the moment and fully immersing oneself in a role. The film raises questions about aliens, mental illness, and perception. Wallace also talks about her books, Born and Bapalapaloo, which explore the power of self-creation and manifestation. She shares her writing process and discusses her upcoming book, Horror Stories from a Life in Horror Films. Wallace encourages self-love and embracing one's creative power as the key to creating the life you want.
    Chapters00:00Introduction and admiration for Dee Wallace
    00:37Discussion of the film Roswell Delirium
    02:02Emotional connection to the film
    03:10Appreciation for intellectually stimulating films
    04:05Choosing roles based on script and character
    04:24Preparation process for roles
    05:28The power of channeling emotions in acting
    07:08The importance of being present in the moment
    08:26The themes and messages of Roswell Delirium
    10:37Linking current events with the film's setting in the 80s
    12:14Creating a trusting and focused set
    13:19The importance of collaboration and working together
    13:49Discussion of Dee Wallace's books: Born and Bapalapaloo
    19:05Dee Wallace's writing process
    20:16Upcoming book: Horror Stories from a Life in Horror Films
    22:09The power of imagination and channeling
    22:51Message of self-love and embracing creative power

    • 25 min
    The Story Behind Roswell Delirium: A Conversation with Richard Bakewell

    The Story Behind Roswell Delirium: A Conversation with Richard Bakewell

    Richard Bakewell discusses his film Roswell Delirium, which explores themes of trauma and childhood trauma. The film incorporates 80s references and draws parallels to real-world events like the COVID-19 pandemic and the Cold War. Bakewell shares his casting process and highlights the talented cast, including both established actors and up-and-comers. He also discusses emotional and impactful moments on set, particularly scenes involving Ari and Kylee. Bakewell hopes that audiences will have an immersive experience with the film and that it sparks conversations about mental health. The conversation covers various aspects of the film and its impact on mental health discussions. It emphasizes the importance of open dialogue and addresses the issue of male mental health. The closing remarks provide updates on the film's release and upcoming screenings.
    Takeaways
    Roswell Delirium explores themes of trauma and childhood trauma.
    The film incorporates 80s references and draws parallels to real-world events like the COVID-19 pandemic and the Cold War.
    The casting process involved a mix of established actors and up-and-comers.
    Emotional and impactful moments on set contributed to the overall experience of making the film.
    The film aims to provide audiences with an immersive experience and spark conversations about mental health. Family films can serve as a catalyst for important dialogues about mental health.
    Addressing male mental health is crucial and should not be dismissed with phrases like 'man up'.
    Patience is required for the release of the film, but the end result will be worth it.
    The film will be screened at various locations, including the Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction
    00:48 Discussion about the film Roswell Delirium
    03:11 The Cast and Acting
    04:40 Casting Process
    06:09 Incorporating 80s References
    07:16 Drawing Parallels to Real-World Events
    10:42 The Inspiration Behind the Film
    14:15 Emotional Impact of the Film
    23:06 Memorable Moments on Set
    27:02 Audience Takeaways
    35:34 Opening Dialogue and Family Film
    36:08 Addressing Male Mental Health
    36:23 Closing Remarks and Film Release
    36:56 Upcoming Screenings

    • 36 min

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great interviews

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A must listen for TV & film buffs!

Great laid back interviews with guests from the world of TV and film. Perfect for getting a look behind some of your favourites or getting recommendations for your next favourite thing! Definitely worth a download, maybe start with someone you're familair with and go from there!

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