Film North Dakota Podcast

North Dakota Film & Media Association

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Welcome to the Film North Dakota Podcast brought to you by the North Dakota Film & Media Association. Our mission is to connect, advance and promote North Dakota's audio and visual media industries and to further local development and economic impact.

3d ago

North Dakota’s Wild West Comes to Life: “We Have Stories to Tell”

For one week each summer, the North Dakota Badlands become a living movie set. On this episode of the Film North Dakota Podcast, Host Matt Fern sits down with actress, producer, and Echoes of the West co-founder Beth Hurt alongside Nick Schultz of Schultz Wrangling to discuss the unique event that's bringing photographers, painters, filmmakers, actors, horse wranglers, and Western history enthusiasts from across the country to North Dakota. They discuss how Echoes of the West was created, what goes into transforming the Badlands into authentic frontier scenes, and why preserving the history of the American West through visual storytelling matters. Nick also shares how Schultz Wrangling became one of the region's premier providers of horses, livestock, stunt performers, and period equipment for film and television productions, while Beth explains how the event is creating opportunities for local actors, artists, and businesses. Whether you're a filmmaker, photographer, painter, history buff, or simply love the Badlands, this episode offers an inspiring look at how North Dakotans are creating new opportunities by celebrating the stories of the American frontier. Podcast listeners can also save $300 on registration by entering the code "Film North Dakota" in the comments section when registering for Echoes of the West. Learn more about Film North Dakota at FilmNorthDakota.com and discover Echoes of the West at EchoesoftheWest.com.

18 min
May 25

From Music to Movies: “Don’t Be Afraid to Use Your Imagination”

Filmmaker and musician Zeapoe Matalda joins the Film North Dakota Podcast to talk about creating Pretty The Musical — an ambitious action-comedy musical short film produced in the Fargo-Moorhead region.Originally from West Fargo and now studying computer science at NDSU, Zeapoe shares how music composition led into filmmaking during the pandemic and how collaboration, creativity, and community helped bring the project to life.From building a creative team in Fargo-Moorhead to producing ambitious indie films with limited resources, this conversation dives into the realities of making original films in the Midwest and why collaboration is everything.We also talk about Zeapoe’s upcoming project America’s Most Wanted, building community, and why now is such an exciting time for filmmaking in our region. Learn more at: https://www.xenafilms.netThis podcast is brought to you by Film North Dakota. Become a member or collaborate with us at www.FilmNorthDakota.com

22 min
May 11

Grassroots Filmmaking: “Just Go Out There and Do It”

Jessica Hayes joins the Film North Dakota Podcast to talk about making movies in Fargo, building creative momentum in the Midwest, and learning to trust herself as a filmmaker. Jessica shares how a background in acting eventually led her into casting, producing, and writing indie films being made right here in North Dakota. From Pretty: The Musical to Roommate and Amal's Christmas Reunion, she talks about the grassroots collaboration behind independent filmmaking and the network of artists helping each other create opportunities in the region. Jessica also dives into the future of filmmaking in North Dakota, why smaller communities can be powerful production locations, and how local creators are proving you don’t need Hollywood to start making films.

20 min
Mar 15

Midwest Filmmaking: “You Can Make It Here”

Host and filmmaker Matt Fern sits down with returning guest and indie filmmaker Steven Gerald Warkel to talk about his new feature film Small Talk and the lessons he’s learned making low-budget movies in the Midwest. Steven shares how he built the film with a team of friends and collaborators, found music from indie artists, and navigated the creative challenges of making a feature with limited resources. Matt and Steven also discuss the Midwest film community, the collapse of Glasser Images, and why you don’t have to leave the region to make meaningful movies. Listen and subscribe on all major podcast platforms. Connect and watch more at FilmNorthDakota.com Keep making movies in North Dakota. 🎬

35 min
Mar 1

Inside the NDFS Awards: “We Watch Everything”

🎙️ The Film North Dakota Podcast is back! Welcome to the first episode of the newly rebooted podcast, with host and filmmaker Matt Fern sitting down with Scottie Knollin, co-founder of the North Dakota Film Society, to break down the 2026 NDFS Awards and what they reveal about this year’s Oscars race. Since their last conversation, the North Dakota Film Society has continued to grow across the state and build a national reputation as North Dakota’s voice on film. From early recognition of some of the most celebrated films to a track record that often predicts the Academy Awards, NDFS has become a trusted voice during awards season. In this episode, Matt and Scottie explore what sets the NDFS Awards apart from other critics’ groups, why Sinners isn’t just a horror movie, which performances feel like locks heading into Oscar night, and how the North Dakota Film Society became part of Netflix history. This episode kicks off a new chapter for the Film North Dakota Podcast, spotlighting the people and movies shaping film culture across North Dakota and beyond. Listen and subscribe on all major podcast platforms. Connect and watch more at FilmNorthDakota.com Keep making movies in North Dakota.

58 min
09/30/2021

Dan Bielinski (Canticle Productions)

Dan Bielinski (Canticle Productions) moved his family from New York to North Dakota to become Theatre Program Director at the University of Mary. Since arriving in Bismarck, Dan has also become a prolific writer, director and producer of plays, shorts and feature films that celebrate the history and culture of the Great Plains. This podcast is brought to you by the North Dakota Film & Media Association. Our mission is to connect, advance and promote North Dakota's audio and visual media industries and to further local development and economic impact. Connect with other Filmmakers in North Dakota and learn more at www.FilmND.org

19 min
09/30/2021

Danielle Monzelowsky (Miss Dani Mo)

On this week’s episode of the #FilmNorthDakotaPodcast, we interview Danielle Monzelowsky (Miss Dani Mo) and hear how she creates and stars in Miss Dani Mo, a popular children’s education series with videos across YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. This podcast is brought to you by the North Dakota Film & Media Association. Our mission is to connect, advance and promote North Dakota's audio and visual media industries and to further local development and economic impact. Connect with other Filmmakers in North Dakota and learn more at www.FilmND.org

18 min
09/30/2021

Jason Allen (Directors Guild of America)

This week on the #FilmNorthDakotaPodcast, Jason Allen (Directors Guild of America) shares how the film industry has been transformed by the pandemic, why collaboration is key to filmmaking and what Hollywood can learn from North Dakota. This podcast is brought to you by the North Dakota Film & Media Association. Our mission is to connect, advance and promote North Dakota's audio and visual media industries and to further local development and economic impact. Connect with other Filmmakers in North Dakota and learn more at www.FilmND.org

28 min

Welcome to the Film North Dakota Podcast brought to you by the North Dakota Film & Media Association. Our mission is to connect, advance and promote North Dakota's audio and visual media industries and to further local development and economic impact.

Creator

North Dakota Film & Media Association
Years Active

2020 - 2026
Episodes

27
Rating

Clean
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