The Screen Podcast

Wendy Mitchell, Matt Mueller, Louise Tutt

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Hosted by contributing editor Wendy Mitchell, editor-in-chief Matt Mueller and deputy editor Louise Tutt, The Screen Podcast will take audiences behind the biggest talking points in the UK and international film industries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 day ago

Venice day 3: Which awards contenders will emerge from the festival?

In the third episode of The Screen Podcast at the Venice Film Festival, the team looks at what awards contenders could emerge from the event. Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screen’s box office and awards editor Charles Gant to discuss the Venice lineup’s Oscar and Bafta chances - from Martin McDonagh’s 'Wild Horse Nine' to Lee Chang-Dong’s 'Possible Love'. The Screen Podcast is running daily episodes during the Venice Film Festival, dropping each morning at 7:30am CET. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2 days ago

Venice day 2: Are high costs putting off the studios?

In the second episode of The Screen Podcast at the Venice Film Festival, the team breaks down the real cost of attending the event and delves into the first of the press conferences. First host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screen’s Europe editor Tim Dams, who unpacks why mega costs might be behind the absence of studios on the Lido this year. Then, Mitchell is joined by senior UK and international reporter Ben Dalton for highlights from the first day’s press conferences - including jury president Maggie Gyllenhaal’s thoughts on the lack of women in competition and what Ink director Danny Boyle has in common with Rupert Murdoch. The Screen Podcast will be running daily episodes during the Venice Film Festival, dropping each morning at 7:30am CET. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3 days ago

Venice day 1: The hot acquisition titles to look out for

In the first episode of The Screen Podcast at the Venice Film Festival, the team picks out ten acquisition titles to look out for on the Lido. Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screen’s senior UK and international reporter Ben Dalton to discuss the buzzy English-language and European titles that could tempt buyers. The Screen Podcast will be running daily episodes during the Venice Film Festival, dropping each morning at 7:30am CET. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27 Aug

Why Gen Z cinemagoers are tired of "overused" actors

On this week’s episode of The Screen Podcast, two Gen Z cinemagoers share their thoughts on everything from Steven Spielberg to social media marketing. Screen’s reporter and video producer Ellie Calnan is joined by Dylan Taylor, 18, and Olivia Lawson, 23. The duo debated whether premium formats are worth the pricier ticket, if bad reviews make any difference, and what social media marketing is actually effective. They also discussed why long release windows make a difference, what the industry gets wrong about Gen Z and whether movie stars still have appeal. The Screen Podcast is produced by Ellie Calnan, with Wendy Mitchell serving as editorial director. New episodes every Thursday. Read more: https://www.screendaily.com/features/six-gen-z-cinemagoers-discuss-cinema-prices-release-windows-confusion-and-celebrity-interviews/5215650.article Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20 Aug

Could other festivals emulate Edinburgh’s ‘Trainspotting’ club night?

Screen rounds up the key industry talking points from the late summer film festivals. First host Wendy Mitchell talks to Ben Dalton, senior UK and international reporter, about their time at the Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF). The duo discuss how the event interacts with the Fringe, Claire Binns’ “interrogation” of BFI CEO Ben Roberts and why the festival’s Trainspotting event was a certified hit. Mitchell is then joined by Europe editor Tim Dams to get the lowdown on this year’s Locarno Film Festival, from how attendees coped in the heatwave to why it was another buzzy industry programme. Finally, Mitchell speaks to Screen’s senior UK and Ireland reporter Mona Tabbara from the ground in Sarajevo. She reveals some of the films impressing festivalgoers, and why Woody Harrelson was drinking Irish whiskey and singing Elvis on stage. The Screen Podcast is produced by Ellie Calnan, with Wendy Mitchell serving as editorial director. New episodes every Thursday. Read more at www.screendaily.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 Aug

The future of horror: YouTubers, female filmmakers and UK hopes

On this week’s episode of The Screen Podcast, the team delves into the future of horror films, from YouTubers to the rising talents from the UK and Ireland. Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screen’s reviews editor Nikki Baughan to discuss what the success of YouTuber horror films Backrooms and Obsession earlier this summer says about the future of the genre and why there is a lack of female filmmakers coming up through the social platform. The duo then discussed what has otherwise been a disappointing summer for horror releases and why upcoming festivals including Toronto and Venice might offer some hope. They also debate who the new horror talents are in the UK and Irish film industry. The Screen Podcast is produced by Ellie Calnan, with Wendy Mitchell serving as editorial director. New episodes every Thursday. Read more at https://www.screendaily.com/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6 Aug

From pre-sales to distribution: inside UK indie filmmaking with ’Sunny Dancer’ team

On this week’s episode of The Screen Podcast, the team behind new UK indie Sunny Dancer reveal how they made the tricky jump to a second feature and discuss the film’s pre-sales, budget manoeuvres and festival launch. Filmmaker and producer George Jaques, a 2022 Screen Star Of Tomorrow, and producer Ken Petrie talk to Screen’s senior UK and international reporter Ben Dalton about making their new feature Sunny Dancer, which is set at a summer camp for teenage cancer survivors. The film made a significant number of pre-sales at Cannes 2024 via Embankment. Sunny Dancer is Jaques’ second feature following his 2023 debut Black Dog, a DIY indie made on a budget of £500,000. While Sunny Dancer was a big step up, Jaques discussed how he navigated budget limitations. Read Screen's review of the film here: https://www.screendaily.com/reviews/sunny-dancer-review-bella-ramsey-heads-confident-and-upbeat-uk-teen-drama/5213822.article The Screen Podcast is produced by Ellie Calnan, with Wendy Mitchell serving as editorial director. New episodes every Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30 Jul

What should Isabel Davis’s priorities be as new head of BFI Filmmaking Funds?

On this week’s episode of The Screen Podcast, the team delves into the appointment of Isabel Davis as the new head of the BFI Filmmaking Funds and what it means for the future of the UK independent film sector. First, Screen’s editor Matt Mueller checks in with senior UK and Ireland reporter Mona Tabbara, who spoke to the industry this week about the appointment. Mueller is then joined by producer Nicky Bentham of Neon Films, who is also co-chair of Pact’s Film Producers’ Group, to discuss what potential changes Davis could bring in. Finally, Wendy Mitchell speaks to producer and filmmaker Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor, who shares her thoughts on Davis’s international impact. The Screen Podcast is produced by Ellie Calnan, with Wendy Mitchell serving as editorial director. New episodes every Thursday. Read more on this story here: https://tinyurl.com/9vmx25hh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosted by contributing editor Wendy Mitchell, editor-in-chief Matt Mueller and deputy editor Louise Tutt, The Screen Podcast will take audiences behind the biggest talking points in the UK and international film industries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Creator

Wendy Mitchell, Matt Mueller, Louise Tutt
Years Active

2019 - 2026
Episodes

82
Rating

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