Film School'd

Sep 06 2024 53 ep. 58 mins

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Filmmakers make films. Films make filmmakers.

From blockbuster premieres to grindhouse theaters, late-night cable to the local video store – there is no greater classroom for aspiring filmmakers than cinema itself.

Join your host, Eric Skwarczynski, as he dives deep into the minds of legendary directors, producers, actors, and more to discover their biggest influences… and to explore the impact their films are leaving behind.

This is Film School'd.

Grab your popcorn, class is about to begin.

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053: RED ROOMS | Director and Cast Interview

Sep 06 2024 21 mins

Kelly-Anne (Juliette Gariépy) wakes up every morning by the courthouse to secure a seat at the high-profile trial of Ludovic Chevalier (Maxwell McCabe-Lokos), a serial killer she is obsessed with. As days go by, the young woman bonds with another groupie (Laurie Babin), which momentarily breaks her out of her loneliness. But as the proceedings drag on and she spends more time in t

052: I interviewed Leatherface, himself! | Actor Mark Burnham Q&A

Aug 09 2024 70 mins

MARK BURNHAM is an actor and filmmaker living in Los Angeles. After college, Mark began training at the MET Theatre, where he was a founding member of the MET Theatre Workshop under the tutelage of, and studying along side Oscar, Emmy, Tony, and Pulitzer Prize winners. Through the 1990's, Mark could be seen on television in MAG7, Buffy, 3rd Rock, Action, Sunset Beach, USA High,

051: What the Elvis Set Was Really Like | ft. Ruby Bell

Nov 03 2023 54 mins

Ruby Bell is an Australian-born, LA-raised, London-educated, and current New York resident. She holds an MA in Fashion Media Practice & Criticism from the University of the Arts London. Her diverse talents include writing full-page articles published in Elle UK, taking photographs featured in Vogue and Prada, and creating her own films that have garnered critical acclaim and co

050: The Cinematography of APPENDAGE | Powell Robinson

Oct 27 2023 57 mins

Powell Robinson is an award-winning narrative and commercial Cinematographer based out of Los Angeles, represented by Zero Gravity Management.While his clientele for music video and commercial work includes world-renowned talent such as Doja Cat, The Weeknd, Jack White, Pedro Pascal, and Megan Fox – his main passion lives in feature filmmaking. Over the last two years, Powell has

049: From Viral Horror Short to Feature Film | Director Colin Krawchuk Interview

Oct 20 2023 64 mins

In this exclusive interview, I sit down with the talented filmmaker, Colin Krawchuk, to delve deep into the making of his debut horror film, "The Jester." This must-listen discussion offers a behind-the-scenes look at the film, its journey from a YouTube sensation to a full-length feature, and more!🤡 "The Jester," brought to you by L.A.-based distribution and fin

048: Saw X Cinematographer Nick Matthews

Sep 22 2023 83 mins

Raised in the American South, Nicholas Matthews is a Los Angeles based cinematographer. He recently photographed Lionsgate's SAW X in Mexico City starring Tobin Bell, LD Entertainment's erotic horror film Bone Lake, the southern crime thriller Mob Land (starring John Travolta & Stephen Dorff), and Shudder film Spoonful of Sugar (Fantastic Fest 2022). Throughout his care

047: Re-Imagining the Tale as Old as Time with "Belle" Composer Matt Orenstein

Sep 16 2023 57 mins

Matt Orenstein is a Los Angeles-based composer. He has scored several shorts, features, and trailers, and has written music for branded content from companies including Mercedes-Benz, Square, and DoorDash.Films with Matt's scores have screened at several film festivals around the world, including Mostra São Paulo, Prix Videoformes (Paris), Chicago Independent Film Festival, Sa

046: "Dark Windows" - Behind the Scenes with Director Alex Herron

Aug 14 2023 21 mins

In this exclusive behind-the-scenes interview, we dive deep into the mind of Alex Herron, the creative genius behind the thrilling horror film "Dark Windows." Join us as we explore the inspirations, challenges, and artistic choices that shaped this gripping cinematic experience.🎥 About "Dark Windows":Teenagers, Tilly, Monica, Peter, and Allison are involved in a

045: STAR TREK SATURDAY | Strange New Worlds, S2E10 "Hegemony" Review

Aug 12 2023 5 mins

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044: BRUCE WEMPLE | Director of ISLAND ESCAPE

Aug 07 2023 64 mins

Pick up a copy of ISLAND ESCAPE here: https://amzn.to/3QpCs8IABOUT ISLAND ESCAPE:After a mysterious accident at a research camp on the Isle of Gran Manan, a CEO hires a team of blue-collar mercenaries to extract his daughter, a scientist working at the camp. Upon arrival, the team soon learns that not only is the island surrounded by a wormhole that causes time to reset every three