5 episodes
Behind the Takes Behind The Takes
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- TV & Film
Behind The Takes is a weekly film and tv podcast featuring insightful discussions with a variety of creatives - from filmmakers to festival movers and shakers, and beyond.
Join us, an eclectic group of film enthusiasts from around the world, as we dive into industry conversations with a purpose (and some laughs) to explore what lies behind the screen.
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Liz Chege on How the Pandemic Affected the 2020 Africa in Motion Film Festival
Join Ashley and Bianca as they interview Liz Chege. Liz is the current festival director at Africa in Motion Film Festival and in today's interview we discuss the impacts that the COVID-19 pandemic had on Africa in Motion Film Festival and Liz’s plans for the festival post-pandemic.
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Sound Design with Jen Athan: composing for film and being a Lizzo stan
Ashley, Bianca, and Chang interview Aberdeen based composer and songwriter Jen Athan. Jen discusses her career producing a variety of different genres, creating atmospheres through music, the difference between production and composition, and working with Bianca on mental health focused short film Coexisting. Find her on IG @jen_athan or on jenathan.com
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Art Films with Amanda Kramer: creativity and independent filmmaking
Ashley and Bianca interview LA based filmmaker Amanda Kramer, exploring the creative process behind psychological thriller Ladyworld. Amanda shares her unconventional route to directing, and delves into the importance of making bold choices in her filmmaking style within sound, makeup and casting. Find her on afilmbyamandakramer.com
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Creativity within Capitalism with Emily Ellis (and giving the people what they want)
Ashley and Newton are joined by filmmaker Emily Ellis, as they delve into the ramifications of capitalism on creativity. They discuss the creative process behind Emily’s latest stop motion animation Sometimes Nothing is Heaviest, crowdsourcing ideas, Wes Anderson and flamingo butts. Find her on IG @littledirtbigroad or at createdwithoutfear.com
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