Directors UK Podcast

Directors UK
  • 4.8 (4)
  • TV & Film

Dive into the creative practice of directors, as they take us inside their process. Recorded at Directors UK member events, these conversations between directors go deep into careers and craft. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more.

  1. Jun 18

    Alicia Macdonald in conversation with Mike Leigh on Finding Emily

    Alicia Macdonald sits down with Mike Leigh to speak about making her feature film debut with Finding Emily. Alicia shares her creative process, and how she gave a fresh spin on the romantic comedy in this love-letter to one of the coolest cities in the UK.

    Alicia Macdonald in conversation with Mike Leigh on Finding Emily

  2. Feb 18

    Hikari in conversation with Will Sharpe on Rental Family

    Hikari speaks with Will Sharpe on her latest film Rental Family. They discuss the nuances of cross-cultural directing, collaborating through improvisation, filming on location, and casting Brendan Fraser.

    Hikari in conversation with Will Sharpe on Rental Family

  3. Feb 13

    Kaouther Ben Hania in conversation with Soudade Kaadan on The Voice of Hind Rajab

    Kaouther Ben Hania joins Soudade Kaadan to discuss The Voice of Hind Rajab. Kaouther reflects on what it was like working with such challenging subject matter, how staying focused on the importance of the story helped her and her crew remain motivated, and the power of telling a story that truly resonates.

    Kaouther Ben Hania in conversation with Soudade Kaadan on The Voice of Hind Rajab

  4. Feb 11

    Kate Winslet in conversation with Francis Lee on Goodbye June

    Kate Winslet joins Francis Lee to discuss the work that went into making her emotional directorial debut, Goodbye June. Kate shares insights from her experience working with some of the industry’s most accomplished directors, and her approach to assembling a cast and crew that collaborate effectively.

    Kate Winslet in conversation with Francis Lee on Goodbye June

  5. Feb 6

    Lindsay Utz in conversation with Lottie Gammon on Prime Minister

    Lindsay Utz sits down with Lottie Gammon to discuss her latest documentary, Prime Minister (co-directed with Michelle Walshe), which chronicles Jacinda Ardern’s tenure as Prime Minister of New Zealand. Lindsay reflects on how the team secured such extraordinary access, her approach to shaping a compelling narrative from extensive raw footage, and how she and Michelle worked together throughout the filmmaking process.

    Lindsay Utz in conversation with Lottie Gammon on Prime Minister

  6. Feb 4

    Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor in conversation with Christiana Ebohon-Green on Dreamers

    Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor speaks with Christiana Ebohon-Green on her latest film Dreamers which tells the story of Nigerian migrant Isio, who finds hope in an unexpected love that gives her the strength to fight a broken system. Joy discusses her the work that went into directing this tremendous feature debut, why she thought it was important to add colour to this story of struggle, and more.

    Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor in conversation with Christiana Ebohon-Green on Dreamers

  7. Jan 30

    Shih-Ching Tsou in conversation on Left-Handed Girl

    Shih-Ching Tsou speaks with Rhianna Dhillon on her latest film Left-Handed Girl. In their conversation Shih-Ching discusses techniques and strategies for shooting in busy public locations, her approach to working with young non-professional actors, and how she had to stand firm on telling her story her own way.

    Shih-Ching Tsou in conversation on Left-Handed Girl

  8. Jan 28

    Kleber Mendonça Filho and Walter Salles In Conversation on The Secret Agent

    Kleber Mendonça Filho speaks with Walter Salles on his latest film The Secret Agent. Kleber discusses the work that went into crafting such a complex layered film, how he and his editor captured the rhythm of life, and more.

    Kleber Mendonça Filho and Walter Salles In Conversation on The Secret Agent
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Dive into the creative practice of directors, as they take us inside their process. Recorded at Directors UK member events, these conversations between directors go deep into careers and craft. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more.

Information

  • Creator
    Directors UK
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    139
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
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    Directors UK Podcast

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