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Art Shrian
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Art Shrian, is an Indian-American filmmaker-actor-writer-director-producer-storyteller, also a husband and father of a tri-racial child. Here he talks about TV, Film, media, tech, culture, diversity/inclusion/representation, and more with entertainment industry guests, friends, and sometimes just by himself.

  1. Screenwriting chat with writer-filmmaker Jackie Gamber + 'Deadly Illusions' review

    03/29/2021

    Screenwriting chat with writer-filmmaker Jackie Gamber + 'Deadly Illusions' review

    Art Shrian invites writer-filmmaker Jackie Gamber and they chat about: How long does it take to write a screenplay? And writing process etc The art and challenge of PITCHING a screenplay Impostor Syndrome A review of and talk about Netflix film 'DEADLY ILLUSIONS' More! About Jackie Gamber: "Jackie is the pathologically creative founder of Big Imagine, a multimedia studio creating kick-ass stories, for geeks by geeks. Jackie’s an award­-winning writer and editor of genre ­bending science fiction, fantasy, horror, and paranormal short stories, novels, and screenplays. She was named honorable mention in L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future Award and is the winner of the Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley Award for Imaginative Fiction, and as an editor for Meadowhawk Press, captured Science Fiction's Philip K. Dick Award. She's a member of Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America and Women in Film and Television in Atlanta. She’s writer/director of her first indie film, “The Mark,” slated to be released this year, and her most recent book is a collection entitled:  Living Things: Short Tales of Science Fiction and Dystopia available now on Amazon, and wherever you buy books." http://www.jackiegamber.com http://www.twitter.com/JackieGamber http://www.facebook.com/jackiegamber

    1h 21m
  2. Chat w/ writer-actor Subhah Agarwal + Snyder Cut Review

    03/22/2021

    Chat w/ writer-actor Subhah Agarwal + Snyder Cut Review

    Art Shrian talks with comedian-writer-actor Subhah Agarwal. They chat about: Getting into comedy and acting, especially as an Indian-American Growing up as an immigrant in America, Model Minority myth and Systemic Racism Becoming a Stand-up comic; Working in Writer's Room: Comedy Knockout and The Jim Jeffries Show What's next for Subhah, favorite films, NY vs LA and more! Then Art Shrina does a quick, SPOLIER FREE REVIEW of Zack Snyder's Justice League (Snyder Cut). The verdict is, it's worth a watch but as a miniseries! About Subhah Agarwal: Subhah has written for"The Jim Jefferies Show"on Comedy Central, and "Comedy Knockout" on TruTv, amongst others. You can also catch her jokes live at stand up comedy clubs across the country. If you don't want to leave your couch, you can see her late night debut on NBC’s "A Little Late With Lilly Singh." She also appeared on season three of HBO's "Westworld", as Ichtaca on TruTv's sketch comedy "Friends of the People", and as herself on MTV2, Comedy Central, and Gotham Comedy Live. Social Media: Twitter @subhah IG: @subhaha TikTok: @subhahcomedy ---------- Please check the links below to learn more about the hate/violence against the Asian and AAPI community, and support #StopAsianHate & #StopAAPIHate initiatives and organizations. https://www.gofundme.com/c/act/stop-aapi-hate https://www.housebeautiful.com/lifestyle/a35885105/stop-asian-hate-aapi-donate/ Thanks!!!

    1h 11m
  3. 2021 OSCARS Nominations and Snubs, w/ Art & Lapcazo

    03/16/2021

    2021 OSCARS Nominations and Snubs, w/ Art & Lapcazo

    Art Shrian Tiwari discusses with guest co-host and friend Lapacazo Sandoval (journalist, film critic for New York Amsterdam News, LA Sentinal, Essence Magazine, Rotten Tomatoes, etc, and his screenwriting partner), about the wonderful "colorful and flavorful" 93rd Oscars (Academy Awards 2021) nominations... and a few snubs (The White Tiger, Regina King, Kingsley Ben Adir, Spike Lee, Delroy Lindo). Check more details about the Oscars 2021 nomination at  http://www.mynewyorkeye.com/awards-and-festivals-news/2021-oscars-nominations-and-a-few-snubs

    1h 24m
  4. "Don't allow the white noise to derail you", filmmaker Brian Hooks

    03/13/2021 · BONUS

    "Don't allow the white noise to derail you", filmmaker Brian Hooks

    Art Shrian talks with director, actor and producer Brian Hooks, has an incredible project under his production company, Left of Bang Entertainment. Working to change the violent cycle inner-city youth face, Left of Bang Entertainment works closely with at-risk youth to provide them the opportunity to take part in real filmmaking and production.  Given the setbacks due to COVID-19, Left of Bang is launching a virtual filmmaking school in February with celebrity guest appearances as part of its initiative to give youth the opportunity to work in the film industry, and ultimately create a more diverse and inclusive Hollywood. "I was thinking about suicide rates going up and I said ‘I've got to figure out a way to push forward, because these kids don't really have the liberty to wait until COVID is over," Hooks states, "If these kids had to choose between shooting a gun or shooting a movie, they would choose the latter every time." Learn more here http://www.mynewyorkeye.com/film-news/dont-allow-the-white-noise-to-derail-you-filmmaker-brian-hooks-bridging-gap-between-hollywood-and-inner-city-youth

    35 min
  5. Chat w/ Thai Bettistea, Production Coordinator of 'Raya and the Last Dragon' + Movie Review

    03/05/2021

    Chat w/ Thai Bettistea, Production Coordinator of 'Raya and the Last Dragon' + Movie Review

    Art Shrian does a review of 'Raya and the Last Dragon', and talks with special guest Thai Bettistea, Production Coordinator of the film. They talk about her role in the film, her career path, women in Hollywood, diversity & inclusion, and more! SPOLIER FREE review of 'Raya and the Last Dragon' Chat with Thai Bettistea Additional review of 'Raya and the Last Dragon', WITH SPOILERS http://www.mynewyorkeye.com/podcast/chat-w-thai-bettistea-production-coordinator-of-raya-and-the-last-dragon-movie-review More about Thai Bettistea: Growing up in The Bronx, Bettistea spent most of her life in New York City where she cultivated a love for storytelling. That love turned into a desire to see more representation in television and film, both in front of the camera and behind-the-scenes. She went on to study Television, Radio, and Film at The Newhouse School at Syracuse University and furthered her education at Brooklyn College where she focused on producing. Today, she takes her experience from live-action productions and brings them to the legacy of Disney Animation. RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON In theatres and on Disney+ March 5. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VIZ89FEjYI Long ago, in the fantasy world of Kumandra, humans and dragons lived together in harmony. But when sinister monsters known as the Druun threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, those same monsters have returned and it’s up to a lone warrior, Raya, to track down the last dragon in order to finally stop the Druun for good. However, along her journey, she’ll learn that it’ll take more than dragon magic to save the world—it’s going to take trust as well. From directors Don Hall and Carlos López Estrada, co-directors Paul Briggs and John Ripa, producers Osnat Shurer and Peter Del Vecho, and featuring the voices of Kelly Marie Tran as Raya and Awkwafina as Sisu. Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Raya and the Last Dragon” will debut simultaneously on Disney+ Premier Access and in theatres on March 5, 2021. Starring Kelly Marie Tran, Awkwafina Directed By Don Hall, Carlos López Estrada Written By Qui Nguyen, Adele Lim Produced By Osnat Shurer, Peter Del Vecho

    51 min
  6. Chat w/ actor Conphidance, 2021 Indie Spirit Award nominee!

    02/27/2021

    Chat w/ actor Conphidance, 2021 Indie Spirit Award nominee!

    Art Shrian talks to actor Conphidance, as they chat about... The Cowboy on Little America His Independent Spirit Award Nominee for Best Male Performance in a Scripted Series for his starring role on Little America - The Cowboy. Actors Life: Working, struggles, and staying motivated Working on Bob Hearts Abishola, filming during the pandemic Watching ARROW, LUPIN, EUREKA, Malcolm & Marie More! About Conphidance: Conphidance is an Independent Spirit Award Nominee for Best Male Performance in a Scripted Series for his starring role on Little America - The Cowboy. As a star and face of the season one of the anthology series, Little America, Conphidance garnered high praises from Rolling Stone, Variety, Deadline, The Guardian, IndieWire, Past Magazine and The Washington Post. Conphidance can also be seen in the CBS comedy, Bob Hearts Abishola, the Golden Globe and Emmy Awards winning Atlanta, Emmy Nominated American Gods, and in Complications created by Matt Nix. He is currently developing original content for TV and film. Links: @conphidance on all social media platforms. Website: www.conphidance.com IMDb: www.imdb.me/conphidance

    1h 13m
  7. Being born in the business, making films, and diversity/inclusion in Hollywood | Chat w/ filmmaker-actor Taylor Purdee

    02/14/2021

    Being born in the business, making films, and diversity/inclusion in Hollywood | Chat w/ filmmaker-actor Taylor Purdee

    Art is joined by filmmaker, actor, screenwriter, singer and songwriter Taylor Purdee. They talk about: Being born in the business and navigating your way through it. State of diversity, inclusion, and representation in Hollywood About Killian & the Comeback Kids and pandemic 2020 release experience Watch recommendations: MANK; Anne with an E More... About Taylor Purdee: Taylor A. Purdee is a filmmaker, actor, and songwriter. He has appeared on popular series like Gotham, Marvel’s Ironfist and the surprise Finnish hit Nerd: Dragonslayer666. He is the writer, director, and co-songwriter of the film Killian & the Comeback Kids, returning to theatres fall 2021. Killian movie info https://www.killianandthecomebackkidsmovie.com/ Killian soundtrack links https://www.hoperunshighfilms.com/killian-the-comeback-kidssoundtrack @taylorpurdee @killianroxmovie

    1h 12m
  8. Chat w/ Filmmaker & Coach Jonna Johnson: Continuous learning, helping folks reach artistic heights and creating dirt-road path to success!

    02/01/2021

    Chat w/ Filmmaker & Coach Jonna Johnson: Continuous learning, helping folks reach artistic heights and creating dirt-road path to success!

    Art Shrian talks to the very special guest, his friend, filmmaker, and a renowned Acting Coach (Chubbuck Technique) Jonna Johnson. Jonna is also the CEO of Dirt Road Path Productions and founder of Artistic Heights Academy. They talk about An introduction to Jonna Johnson, how she got into coaching. Her footprint expansion into Africa/Ghana and now Asia/India (with Art Shrian). Her co-production feature film, made in Ghana, by Confidence Losu ALISA. Value of continuous learning/training About Chubbuck Technique Perspective Series (upcoming class with Art Shrian for actors/writers filmmakers) About Artistic Heights Academy Screenwriting at AHA, class with Art Shrian Favorite TV shows and films: Bridgerton, Ma Rainey, Tenet People that inspire: Viola Davis, August Wilson. About Jonna Johnson. Jonna Johnson is an Accredited Instructor of The Chubbuck Technique, Executive Producer/  Owner of Dirt Road Paths Productions and Founder of Artistic Heights Academy Inc. (which  launched this January 2021). She has dedicated 12 years of her Professional Coaching career  building a collaborative alliance in East America and Africa to elevate talent, collaborate with  industry leaders and empower artist through the arts! Recently she has partnered with  Filmmakers in India, to build and expand the alliance with her teachings. With a professional  background in Theater/ Film/Commercial, Jonna Johnson continues to pour into her students  with perspective and experience in the Industry. Johnson Presents her students to Top Industry  leaders, who share their journey and process, giving a well rounded foundation with insight to  her students. Her education background consist of Phycology (MTSU Alumni), Alliance Theater  School of Performing Arts (Film/Theater) and currently Jonna Johnson is a Master Degree  Student at ASU in Philosophy, doubling in Film Production. She is an advocate for her  students, providing community and opportunity within her network. She often helps her  Casting Director/Director/Producer acquaints fulfill their casting needs with her sought after  student body. Johnson has been recognized for Philanthropy Awards for her extraordinary  commitment to humanity and activism. As a good standing member of the International  Coaching Federation and Certified Coaches Alliance, she aims to enjoy the process of the  journey along with her students as a committed student of life. www.COACHEDbyJonnaJohnson.com Twitter/IG @JonnaJohnson1 www.IMDB.me/JonnaJohnson

    1h 3m
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About

Art Shrian, is an Indian-American filmmaker-actor-writer-director-producer-storyteller, also a husband and father of a tri-racial child. Here he talks about TV, Film, media, tech, culture, diversity/inclusion/representation, and more with entertainment industry guests, friends, and sometimes just by himself.

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  • Creator
    Art Shrian
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Art Shrian