WILDsound: The Film Podcast

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

  1. 16h ago

    EP. 1869: Filmmaker/Actor Barnabus Walsh (LOVE/BUG)

    Matthew Toffolo interviewed Barney Walsh about his short film "Love Bug," which he directed and starred in alongside Laurel, who also wrote the film. Barney explained that the film was created collaboratively with Laurel, inspired by their own relationship dynamics, and was written quickly while he was at LAX. They discussed the film's focus on the nuanced conflicts and evolution of a relationship, with a realistic and emotionally mature portrayal of the characters. Barney shared details about the minimalist production, with just the two of them handling all aspects on set, and how practical constraints led to the film's one-take scenes. They also talked about the film's open-ended conclusion and its reception. The conversation touched on Barney's filmmaking background, his preference for collaborative projects, and his future plans to make a feature-length horror film. They also discussed influences like the TV show "Inside No. 9" and horror films, with Barney naming "Suspiria," "Cult of Chucky," and "The Thing" as favorites. https://www.instagram.com/BarnabusWalsh —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

  2. 16h ago

    EP. 1868: Filmmaking team of "Jumping at Shadows" series from Australia

    Matthew Toffolo interviewed the “Jumping at Shadows” team discussing their latest animated film, Forsaken Father Part 2 Part 1, which is part of a larger series and trilogy. The creative forces Locky and Loki explained the film's hand-drawn animation style, the process of creating and editing the imagery, and the challenges of maintaining audience engagement over 40 minutes. They detailed the collaborative efforts in writing, illustrating, and voice acting, with contributions from Mansour, Isabelle, Tom, and Jett. The team shared insights into character development, thematic elements, and the balance between creative ambitions and practical constraints like budget and time. They also talked about their personal backgrounds, interests outside of filmmaking, and the dynamics of working together as a team. The conversation highlighted the group's dedication to storytelling and their pride in overcoming challenges to bring their creative vision to life. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

  3. 2d ago

    EP. 1867: Filmmaker/Musician Martin Ryan (TRUTH IS DEAD)

    Matthew Toffolo interviewed Martin Ryan, an Australian filmmaker and musician, about his 4-minute music video short film "Truth is Dead" under the umbrella of his music project Nemesis Legion. Martin explained that he created original trap and heavy metal music with political themes warning about authoritarianism and the need for critical thinking, then used AI to generate visual content when his network of traditional filmmakers disappeared during COVID. He spent approximately 400 Australian dollars (about £200) on AI video generation through Magic (formerly FreePick) using Stable Diffusion 2.0, which allowed him to control timing to tenths of a second and create solidified characters, though he faced pushback from some viewers who criticized it as "AI slop." Martin discussed the challenges and costs of AI video production, noting that while it's not free, it provides opportunities for independent creators to compete with major studios, though he plans to use more traditional filming techniques for his next project. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

  4. 2d ago

    EP. 1866: Filmmaker Avi Setton (THE BIG BREAK)

    Matthew Toffolo interviewed Avi Setton on the experience making his first feature film, "The Big Break." Avi discussed the challenges and rewards of writing, directing, and producing the film, which was shot in just six days with a small crew and cast, including several non-actors. He shared insights into the film's conception, inspired by his background in tech and film, and the decision to create a contained story with limited resources. Avi explained the post-production process, the importance of finding the right editor, and the use of experimental music by composer Joseph Bertolazzi. The conversation also covered the film's dark comedy tone, its themes, and the intentional casting choices. Avi described his efforts in self-distribution, including a planned simultaneous watch party screening in multiple cities, and reflected on the difficulties and satisfactions of independent filmmaking. https://www.instagram.com/thebigbreakfilm —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

  5. 4d ago

    EP. 1865: Elvis Maleko (The Aloha Within)

    Matthew Toffolo interviewed Elvis Maleko about his first short film "The Aloha Within," which he wrote, directed, and acted in. Elvis explained how he was born on August 20th, 1977 - the same day Elvis Presley died - and was named after the iconic singer by his Hawaiian parents, who were big fans. He discussed his background in entertainment, including performing fire knife dancing for 25 years and being part of a traveling luau show family that performed across the mainland. The film explores the behind-the-scenes struggles of a Polynesian performer named Mark dealing with personal tragedy while preparing for a luau show, with all the dancing scenes representing Mark's internal thoughts and emotions. Elvis revealed his connection to professional wrestling through his uncle Afa Anoa'i (one of the Wild Samoans) and discussed his decision to retire from performing to focus on filmmaking. He expressed interest in making more films, including potentially expanding "The Aloha Within" into a series with help from his family connections in Hawaii and among writers from shows like Breaking Bad. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

  6. 4d ago

    EP. 1864: Filmmakers Jeff Poindexter & Ben Snedecor (BURNOUTS)

    Matthew Toffolo interviewed Jeff and Ben, the creative team behind the short film "Burnouts." They discussed the autobiographical nature of the film, which is about two friends in their twenties experiencing an existential crisis. Jeff shared details about the production process, including the challenges of balancing day jobs, shooting in extreme heat, and the importance of their core team. They explained their inspiration from early 2000s comedies and aimed to create a "smart stupid" comedy with a specific target audience. The post-production process was lengthy, with Jeff re-editing the film from scratch after an initial screening. They also revealed that they are working on a feature-length version of "Burnouts," which will be a road trip comedy involving a VHS tape and the last Blockbuster in Bend, Oregon. https://www.instagram.com/midnightboardwalkproductions/ —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

  7. 6d ago

    EP. 1863: Filmmaker Daryl Granger (THE SHOWMEN)

    Matthew Toffolo chats with Daryl Granger about his feature documentary “The Showmen”, which explores the world of traveling carnivals through the lens of World’s Finest Shows. Daryl explained his filmmaking approach, emphasizing authenticity, minimal pre-planning, and learning from subjects, and described how he immersed himself in the carnival for a year to capture real experiences. He discussed the history and terminology of carnivals, the distinction between “carnies” and “showmen,” and the challenges and realities of the lifestyle, including long hours, weather impacts, and the importance of trust and community. The conversation covered the logistics, costs, safety regulations, and economic factors affecting carnivals, as well as the demographic makeup of the workforce and the role of offshore workers. Daryl highlighted the positive reception of the film from both the carnival community and audiences and shared insights into the personal stories and daily routines of those who work in the industry. The discussion also touched on the film’s potential for shorter vignettes and Daryl’s upcoming projects. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

  8. 6d ago

    EP. 1862: Filmmaker Sucheta Sunku Gupta (TIGER)

    Matthew Toffolo chats with Sucheta Sunku Gupta about her experimental short film "Tiger," which was played at the Experimental Dance Music Festival. Sucheta described the film as exploring the experience of growing up with "tiger parents," a strict and high-achievement parenting style common in immigrant communities. She discussed the film's themes of balancing discipline with love and the personal connection many viewers from the Indian community felt with the story. Sucheta explained the film's creation as her Capstone Thesis Project at Virginia Commonwealth University, detailing the process of writing the poetic script, using her sister as the actor, and filming in familiar childhood locations. The discussion also touched on the pressures faced by children of immigrant parents, the challenges of competitive sports, and Sucheta's future plans in filmmaking and art direction. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

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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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  • Creator
    Matthew Toffolo - Wildcard Pictures Corp.
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    300
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    WILDsound: The Film Podcast