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On this episode of The Inner World of Filmmaking, we dive into the dynamic world of editing with Bella Roberts, a passionate content creator from the UK. Bella shares her journey of building a substantial online following and the secrets behind her viral TikTok success. Tune in to discover her tips, strategies, and the creative process that fuels her captivating content.



 Bella Roberts is an editorial trainee and aspiring offline scripted editor from London. A self-taught practitioner, she’s built an online following through education, teaching others about the editing process, while showcasing her own painstaking path into the scripted industry. Alongside her brother, Cam, Bella also produces her own films, with a goal to produce a feature as soon as next year. 



#scriptededitor #contentcreator #bellaroberts #innerworldoffilmmaking #filmstudents #filmmakingtips #premierepro #editingworld #ukeditor 

Check out the new episode of The Inner World of Filmmaking with filmmaker Jia Rizvi on her film debut Conviction.



On Youtube: https://youtu.be/wllQe_ut1jE



Filmmaker Jia Rizvi pursues stories that explore the conflict between institutional systems and individuals victimized by those institutions in the name of protecting the social order. She is currently investigating the vagaries and inconsistencies of the American Criminal Justice system through the story of Jeffrey Deskovic and other exonerees to have their freedom restored at the cost of irreparable damage to their minds, relationships and families. In addition, Jia is a featured writer for Forbes, Co-host of the Speaking of Crime podcast, and the Founder and fashion designer of Studio 15. Jia is from Calgary, Alberta and currently lives in New York City with her husband and son. She is a graduate of New York Film Academy. “Conviction” is her award-winning debut film.



Website: https://www.jiarizvi.com/

Instagram: @jiadocs

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jiawertz/?sh=2b0e9fe04041



#jiarizvi #conviction #documentaries #innerworldoffilmmaking #filmmakingprotips #americancriminaljustice #adnansyed #speakingofcrime #jeffreydeskovic #wronglyaccused 

On the next episode of the Inner World of Filmmaking, we embark on a thrilling journey into the world of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge alongside filmmakers Koura Linda, Sarah Penn, and co-producer/writer/actress Stevie Collins. In a riveting conversation, they explore the intricacies of the challenge, crafting their buddy comedy "The Heist" in just five days, incorporating English, American Sign Language (ASL), and SIMCOM. From personal inspiration to seamless VFX integration sent abroad, they share the magic behind their creation. Delve into their fundraising endeavors and the meaningful inclusion of a service dog, reflecting on the authentic portrayal of disabilities. Amid laughter and shared experiences, they offer invaluable pro tips, inviting listeners into a world where storytelling knows no bounds.



#disabilityfilmmaking #eastersealdisabilityfilmchallenge #servicedog #filmmaking #ASL #simcom  #spacedreams #theheist #filmmakingprotips 

Koura Linda is an award-winning filmmaker and CEO of Space Dream Productions. Living with multiple disabilities, she has worked tirelessly to develop her own inclusive and successful production company. With over 40 projects, over 200 award nominations and special mentions, and over 65 awards (including 19 "Best Picture" award winners or nominees) under her belt since 2016, Koura has built up her reputation both in film and business. In addition to creative work, she oversees and manages the company’s employees, contractors, and partners. She grew the company to become a recognized entity within the industry. Her passion and dedication shed light on the possibilities for female entrepreneurship in the entertainment arts and empower other filmmakers by sharing her knowledge through the podcast, Filmmaking (Actually). She has 5 features in various stages of development and post-production.



Sarah M. Penn is a filmmaker, storyteller, and disability advocate. In 2022, she graduated from the Savannah College of Art & Design with a BFA in Film & TV and a minor in Business Management and Entrepreneurship. Since then, she has been working with Space Dream Productions. Her disability advocacy work often overlaps with her filmmaking, as her life's goal is to make the world a more accessible and inclusive place. To achieve this goal, Sarah spends much of her time involved with motivational speaking, traveling across the United States with her service dog, Daisy, to talk to groups of all ages and sizes. Additionally, she is involved with pageantry, having held several local, state, and national titles over the last few years.



Stevie Collins is an artist, an educator, and an advocate for the Deaf community. As a late-deafened adult fluent in American Sign Language, she works with various companies and organizations, like Heartsong Interpreting and Space Dream Productions, to bring educational awareness of and accessibility to all members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. She strives to reinforce the importance of mental health advocacy and honest representation in all forms for her community through her art and volunteer work. Stevie is also a proud mother of two and a staunch advocate for disability rights, true equity, and unencumbered accessibility in the world of education, the arts, and beyond.

In this episode of The Inner World of Filmmaking, join us as we delve into the creative minds of Ian and Eshom Nelms. The dynamic duo opens up about their collaborative journey as co-directors and writers, providing insights into the intricate process behind the making of acclaimed films such as Fatman, Small Town Crime, and their latest project, Red Right Hand. Discover the unique approach Ian and Eshom employ during the editing phase, shedding light on their methods for working seamlessly with actors to capture the essence of each scene. Gain valuable perspectives on film funding strategies, scene choreography, storyboarding, and the art of tailoring their approach to each actor's needs. Tune in for a captivating exploration of the Nelms brothers' filmmaking world.



Red Right Hand: https://www.magpictures.com/redrighthand/ 

Instagram: @nelmsbros



Youtube: https://youtu.be/TekizT7wR50

#RedRightHand  #nelmsbrothers #mariannejeanbaptiste #jameslafferty #dannyglover #waltongoggins #orlandobloom #andimacdowell #fatman #smalltowncrime  #melgibson 



THE NELMS BROTHERS, filmmakers Eshom Nelms and Ian Nelms, grew up in central California waging two-hundred-man G.I. Joe wars and dreaming in John Ford landscapes. Though their evolving passions temporarily took them in different directions – Ian first went to college on a wrestling scholarship, along the way discovering an interest for English Literature, and Eshom pursued an education in fine art, but then found the illustration of comic books better suited his tastes - the two would always find themselves returning to their love of film.

The Nelms Brothers have written and directed numerous award-winning and critically acclaimed films. With each of their endeavors exuding a unique look and feel, the Nelms Brothers are known for their ability to traverse from one genre to another, seamlessly, from drama to comedy to thrillers. Their film, LOST ON PURPOSE (2013), was a heartfelt coming-of-age love letter to their small hometown. From there, the siblings wrote and directed WAFFLE STREET (2015), a comedic turn based on an autobiographical memoir about a billion-dollar hedge-fund manager turned waffle house server starring James Lafferty and Danny Glover. Their film, SMALL TOWN CRIME (2018) is a crime thriller that premiered at SXSW and BFI London Film Festival and received positive reviews by top critics upon its theatrical release. It featured a stellar ensemble cast that included John Hawkes, Anthony Anderson, Octavia Spencer, Robert Forster, Clifton Collins Jr., Michael Vartan, and Caity Lotz. Their next film, FATMAN (2020), starred Mel Gibson, Walton Goggins, and Marianne Jean- Baptiste, and centers on a neglected and precocious 12-year-old who hires an unorthodox hitman to kill Santa Claus after receiving a

lump of coal in his stocking.

 

In January 2021,” Everyone is Doing Great,” a comedy television series created by actors/producers James Lafferty and Stephen Colletti and executive produced by the Nelms Brothers, was acquired and released by Hulu (U.S.) and Paramount+ (international territories). In 2022, in addition to executive producing season two of “Everyone is Doing Great”, the Nelms Brothers directed the feature RED RIGHT HAND, starring Orlando Bloom, Andie MacDowell and Garret Dillahunt.

On this episode of The Inner World of Filmmaking, guest Barnaby Clay writer/director shares his experiences making his first feature narrative a psychological/horror film The Seeding. He shares his struggles with getting the film made to the struggles on set.  And how the editing added pieces that were not in the script.  How he fundraised to complete the film and tips he learned along the way.



New film The Seeding

https://www.magnetreleasing.com/theseeding/

 

Instagram: @outoftheether





Youtube: https://youtu.be/6DOQaPuyYLg



#TheSeeding #filmmaking #filmproblems #filmfunding #barnabyclay #londonfilmmaker #filmdirector #filmwriter #innerworldoffilmmaking #horror #psychologicalthriller 



Born in London, Barnaby Clay is a writer, director, and documentarian who has directed

award winning music videos for influential bands including TV On The Radio, GnarlsBarkley, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Rhianna and Depeche Mode’s Dave Gahan. Clay’s short film credits include Carousel, starring Chloë Sevigny, Sickdog, starring Tunde Adebimpe and Natasha Lyonne, and Finkle's Odyssey, which won the Méliès d'Argent at the Fantsporto Film Festival and collected awards at the Brooklyn International Film Festival, Marvais Genre, IFCT, and 24 FPS Film Festival. Clay collaborated with Mick Rock and David Bowie to re-work the classic music video for "Life On Mars" as part of Vice Media and Intel's Creators Project series, under the name Life On Mars Revisited. His collaboration with Vice Media continued when he directed the feature documentary on the legendary photographer Mick Rock, entitled Shot! The Psycho - Spiritual Mantra of Rock. The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was theatrically released by Magnolia Pictures in 2017.

 

In 2019 Clay was the creative director of ‘An Encounter With Lux Prima’, a large-scale immersive installation at the Marciano Art Foundation (now Gagosian Marciano) in Los Angeles. The project was built around the music of ‘Lux Prima’ by Danger Mouse and Clay’s wife, Karen O of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs.

In this episode of "The Inner World of Filmmaking," join us as we delve into the profound realm of legacy documentary-style storytelling with a true innovator in the field, Eriksen Dickens, Co-founder and Creative Director at Platinum Peek. Unveiling the artistry behind this distinctive narrative approach, Eriksen takes us on a journey through the genesis of his work, beginning with his inaugural feature documentary, "His Legacy."

Through heartfelt exploration, we uncover the inspiration behind Eriksen and his brother Soren’s creative vision, forged in the crucible of honoring their late father's life. The Legacy Documentary emerged as a powerful medium, seamlessly blending artistic expression with the preservation of familial and corporate legacies. 

Join us as Eriksen Dickens shares his invaluable perspective on the transformative potential of legacy documentaries, offering a unique lens into the art of preserving and celebrating legacies, both personal and professional. 

#documentaryfilmmaking #storytelling #legacy #legacyfilmmaking #innerworldoffilmmaking #filmeducation #filmstudents 

Website: platinumpeek.com and dickensbrothers.com 

Instagram: @eriksenwdickens and @platinumpeek

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eriksen-dickens-3190a1177/

Podcast: https://scalingcreator.com/