The Film Real

Tez The Writer
  • 5.0 (2)
  • FILM INTERVIEWS

The Film Real is a podcast exploring the real journey of indie filmmakers, actors, and writers navigating today’s film and television industry — from independent projects to global platforms. Hosted by Tez The Writer and Ciarra, the show delivers honest conversations about storytelling, creativity, and the business behind the camera, covering development, production, distribution, and long-term career growth. With listeners across the United States, Germany, Brazil, and Canada, The Film Real connects independent voices worldwide, creating a space where culture, cinema, and real experience intersect. 🎬 Where indie film meets global cinema.🇺🇸🇩🇪🇧🇷🇨🇦 🌎Streaming📺🎧 New episodes available on all major platforms.

Episodes

  1. MAR 13

    How Actors Really Get Seen

    Send a text Breaking into the television and film industry takes more than talent-it takes preparation, discipline, and understanding how casting really works. In this episode of The Film Real, we sit down with actor Nakia Dillard, whose credits include The Wire, The Wonder Years, Law & Order, BMF, Black Lightning and more. Nakia shares valuable insight into how actors can stand out in auditions, approach casting directors professionally, prepare their sides, scripts, and monologues and build the confidence required to perform at a high level. We also discuss how Nakia is helping the next generation of actors through Aikan Acts Actors Academy, where he mentors actors and prepares them to compete professionally and book roles in television and film. Whether you're an aspiring actor, filmmaker, or simply curious about how performers break through in Hollywood, this episode offers practical guidance from someone who is actively working in the business. We also give a special shoutout to our growing international audience supporting The Film Real from Germany, Brazil, Canada and beyond. The U.S has been showing a lot of support as well. Topics in this episode:  How actors get noticed by casting directors Preparing audition sides, scripts and monologues Building confidence for auditions and performanes Lessions from working on major TV productions Actor training through Aikan Acts Actors Academy 🎬The Film Real-where indie filmmaking meets global cinema  Support the show Follow us on Instagram @thefilmrealpodcast @tez_thewriter @ciarraisanartist Like, Share, Subscribe and Watch Full episodes on https://youtube.com/@thefilmrealpodcast-x5e?si=bBX8MR9j4gmsOhNB

    53 min

  2. 12/14/2025

    The Giants who Got Robbed By Hollywood

    Send a text Hollywood made billions, but some of its greatest architects were unpaid, sidelined, or erased. In this episode of The Film Real, hosts Tez The Writer and Ciara break down how Melvin Van Peebles, Eric Monte, Robert Townsend and Spike Lee helped shape modern Black cinema and television--yet faced systemic barriers when it came to ownership ,power, creative control and fair compensation. This is a conversation about legacy, truth, and what today's filmmakers need to understand to protect their work. Support the show Follow us on Instagram @thefilmrealpodcast @tez_thewriter @ciarraisanartist Like, Share, Subscribe and Watch Full episodes on https://youtube.com/@thefilmrealpodcast-x5e?si=bBX8MR9j4gmsOhNB

    42 min

  3. 10/08/2025

    Girl Power vs. Bro Code

    Send a text The Film Real Podcast kicks off with a bang as hosts @tez_thewriter and @ciarraisanartist dive into the real-life dynamics behind the scenes of the entertainment industry. In this episode, the duo unpacks the unspoken "Bro Code" and "Girl Power" mindsets that shape how creatives move in Hollywood  and the indie film world From navigating opportunities and gatekeeping to gender basis and collaboration, Tez and Ciarra break down what really happens when men and women chase success in the same industry. Expect honest talk, personal experiences, laughs, and some uncomfortable  truths- all through the lens of filmmakers building their way up.  Tap in to hear how The Film Real sets the tone for a new kind of conversation where indie filmmaking and urban culture meets global cinema. Listen now on all platforms or watch the full episode of The Film Real Podcast on YouTube- only on The Film Real. Support the show Follow us on Instagram @thefilmrealpodcast @tez_thewriter @ciarraisanartist Like, Share, Subscribe and Watch Full episodes on https://youtube.com/@thefilmrealpodcast-x5e?si=bBX8MR9j4gmsOhNB

    38 min
  • 3 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

5
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About

The Film Real is a podcast exploring the real journey of indie filmmakers, actors, and writers navigating today’s film and television industry — from independent projects to global platforms. Hosted by Tez The Writer and Ciarra, the show delivers honest conversations about storytelling, creativity, and the business behind the camera, covering development, production, distribution, and long-term career growth. With listeners across the United States, Germany, Brazil, and Canada, The Film Real connects independent voices worldwide, creating a space where culture, cinema, and real experience intersect. 🎬 Where indie film meets global cinema.🇺🇸🇩🇪🇧🇷🇨🇦 🌎Streaming📺🎧 New episodes available on all major platforms.

Information

  • Creator
    Tez The Writer
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Film Real
  • Show Website
    The Film Real