Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action Films Darren Tun & Mike Messina

Re-Introducing: Todor “Juji” Lazarov, RRR Action Director!

Todor is known for his stunt work on Hellboy, Game of Thrones, Expendables 2, and most recently RRR as Action Director which won a Golden Globe and Oscar

In this episode, we dive deep into the action of RRR, from flipping a carriage by hand to practical action camera advice to the complex rigging required for the iconic jail break sequence. This episode has been in the AFD vault for too long…

Join us as we chat with Todor “Juji” Lazarov.

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Introducing: Todor Lazarov also known as Juji. Todor is known for his stunt work on Hellboy, Game of Thrones, Expendables 2, and most recently RRR as Action Director which won a Golden Globe recently and is now nominated for an Oscar

In this episode, we discuss Sambo and Judo, directing an award winning short film, Todor’s interests in Opera shows, and the challenging yet rewarding task of stunt work with children.

We also take a deep dive into RRR, breaking down the filming of animals, the rigs of the prison break fight, kinetic camera work, flipping a horse carriage by hand, and much much more.

Join us as we chat with Todor “Juji” Lazarov.

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Edited by Luigi Hernandez

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Introducing: Gui DaSilva-Greene. Gui is known for his works on Captain America: Civil War as Black Panther's double, Avengers: Endgame, Paper Tigers as well as the incredible My Hero Academia fan film UA:LA. You may know him as the co-host of Corridor Digital’s Stuntmen React series or their new Netflix spinoff Punch 4 Punch.

In this episode, we discuss the 4 Ingredients for a masterful stunt reel, Gui’s top kicking exercises, keys to live action anime, and the next generation of bonafide action stars. He also details his journey from professional dancer to professional stuntman to professional actor.

We also breakdown the Black Panther chase scene in Captain America: Civil War, the action packed intro to 2020’s critically acclaimed Paper Tigers, the church fight scene from fan favorite Unlucky Stars, and more.

Join us as we chat with the “Soft Taco” meme: Gui DaSilva-Greene

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Edited by Luigi Hernandez

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Introducing: Eric Linden. Eric served as the stunt double for Jon Bernthal as Punisher before moving onto stunt coordinate Netflix’s Punisher and Daredevil series. Other projects include Black Adam, Red Notice, Suicide Squad, and Avengers Endgame to name a few. You may recognize him from YouTube where he coordinated stunts for many Rocket Jump / FreddieW videos and currently serves as a series regular for Corridor Digital’s Suntmen React series!

In this episode, we discuss Eric’s love for (and qualms with) the Star Wars franchise, his (successful) plan to get Scott Adkins onto Corridor Digital, and that time he set Kanye West on fire for Donda’s listening party.

We also breakdown the Punisher vs Daredevil rooftop fight scene, the pipe ramps and catch cars and crazy filming pace of Video Game High School, and his role on the set of Cast Falls as a stunt double and action camera operator!

Join us as we chat with the "stunt commander": Eric Linden.

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Edited by Luigi Hernandez

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Introducing: Vanessa Campos. Vanessa is a rising action performer, fighter, and MMA presenter. She recently made her film debut alongside Michael Bisping in Never Back Down: Revolt. Her martial arts journey has landed her both inside the ring as a Muay Thai fighter and behind the desk as a commentator.

In this episode, we discuss her professional fights and her training journey which has brought her to legendary MMA locations such as Strike Blast Gym (home to the Notorious Conor Mcgregor!)

We also dive into her time training and on set for Never Back Down Revolt. She details what she learned about performing, her experience working with Bisping, and advice for new talent breaking onto the scene.

Join us as we chat with Vanessa Campos: The “Asian Megan Olivi.”

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Edited by Luigi Hernandez

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Happy Halloween! Today, we’ll be diving into three of our favorite action horror films, and helping us accomplish this spooky task is Jerry Horror, host of “The Offering” podcast!

In this episode, we break down the groundbreaking Blade and explore how Wesley Snipes laid the groundwork that the MCU would be built upon several years later. We also explore how Aliens was able to so effectively act as an action-oriented sequel to its horror-centric predecessor. Finally, we get into the divisive Freddy v Jason which was salvaged from development hell just like how Freddy brought Jason back from literal hell!

We also talk pure action films... shaky cam, martial arts choreography, and film history all get talked about because our guest really wants y’all to learn something!

Join us as we talk action horror alongside Jerry Horror: Host of The Offering Podcast!

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Edited by Luigi Hernandez

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