The Filmumentaries Podcast

Mar 25 2025 124 ep. 69 mins 469
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The Filmumentaries Podcast – Exploring the Unsung Heroes of Cinema. Go beyond the credits and uncover the untold stories of the filmmakers, artists, and craftspeople who bring your favorite movies to life.

Hosted by filmmaker, author, and film historian Jamie Benning, The Filmumentaries Podcast offers in-depth conversations with the behind-the-scenes legends of Hollywood and beyond. Each episode features exclusive interviews with art directors, production designers, VFX artists and supervisors, editors, sound designers, animators, and other key creatives who shaped iconic films like Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Blade Runner, Ghostbusters, and more. 

Whether you're a die-hard cinephile, an aspiring filmmaker, or simply curious about the hidden artistry of moviemaking, this podcast is your all-access pass to film history.

What You’ll Discover:

• Rare insights into filmmaking from the people who were there
• Deep dives into classic and modern movie-making techniques
• Stories of innovation from Industrial Light & Magic, Lucasfilm, and beyond
• Exclusive discussions on practical effects, CGI, set design, and film scoring
• A celebration of cinema’s hidden heroes 

New episodes twice a month. Subscribe now and follow Jamie Benning on social media: @filmumentaries on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook, and @jamieswb on X. 

Visit Filmumentaries.com for more exclusive content and behind-the-scenes insights! 

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The Art of Dialogue Editing - With Vickie Sampson

Mar 25 2025 72 mins  
Episode 123: Vickie Sampson – Dialogue, Detail, and the Art of Sound In this episode of The Filmumentaries Podcast, I speak with sound editor, dialogue and ADR supervisor, and filmmaker Vickie Sampson. Vickie’s career began in the early 1970s, and she’s since built up a mighty list of credits including Romancing the Stone, The River, Tank Girl, The Fifth Element, Ordinary Peo

"Her Name Was Moviola" - With Director Howard Berry

Mar 11 2025 70 mins  
In this conversation, I speak with Howard Berry about his film project 'Her Name Was Moviola', which explores the art of film editing through the lens of a a traditional editing setup. Howard shares the origins of the project, his connections with notable filmmakers like Walter Murch and Mike Leigh, who are both involved in the projet. And the challenges he faced in acquiring the n

Marketing Hollywood's Hits and Flops with Jim Fredrick

Feb 25 2025 77 mins  
In this conversation, Jim shares his journey into the film industry, detailing how a little film called Star Wars inspired him to pursue a career in filmmaking. He discusses his early experiences in the industry, the evolution of trailer editing, and the critical role of marketing in film success. Jim reflects on his time at Castle Rock Entertainment, the challenges of marketing fi

The Only Female VFX Camera Operator - With Maryan Infield

Feb 11 2025 69 mins  
In this conversation, Maryan discusses her journey into the film industry, detailing her entry point after film school, her experiences at Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), and the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field. She shares insights into the creative environment at ILM, the collaborative spirit among teams, and the innovative techniques used in films li

The Saga Museum with Gus Lopez

Jan 28 2025 47 mins  
In this conversation, Gus Lopez shares his journey as a Star Wars collector, discussing the profound impact of Star Wars on film and culture, the evolution of collecting through the internet, and the importance of storytelling in the collecting community. He also delves into the ambitious plans for the Saga Museum, a collaborative effort among prominent collectors to create a publi

Director Paul King on his new film "Shine On"

Jan 07 2025 51 mins  
In this conversation, Jamie interviews director Paul King about his documentary 'Shine On', which explores the making of 'The Shining' and its filming locations at Elstree Studios. They discuss their personal experiences with the film, the meticulousness of Kubrick's work, and the emotional connections that fans have with the movie. Paul shares insights into the production process

117 - Colin Cantwell - Concept Artist - My chat with Sierra Dall, his long term partner.

Dec 19 2024 44 mins  
In this episode of the Filmumentary's podcast, host Jamie Benning speaks with Sierra Dahl, the long-term partner of the late Colin Cantwell, a visionary concept artist known for his work on iconic spacecraft in films like Star Wars and 2001: A Space Odyssey. The conversation explores Colin's creative journey, his collaborations with legends like Stanley Kubrick and George Lucas, an

116 - Nigel Smith - Cinema Historian and Tour Guide

Dec 03 2024 42 mins  
In this episode of The Filmumentaries Podcast, I sit down with cinema historian and walking tour guide, Nigel Smith. Nigel is the creator of Memory Palaces, a website project dedicated to exploring and preserving the stories of London’s cinemas—both those still standing and those long forgotten. Join me and Nigel as we discuss:Nigel’s early love of cinema, sparked by watching

115 - John Bell - Concept Designer and Art Director - BTTF II, Jurassic Park, Antz etc

Nov 19 2024 100 mins  
Welcome to Episode 115 of The Filmumentaries Podcast. This time I’m talking to John Bell, a concept artist and art director whose career has spanned some of the most memorable films of the last four decades. From Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home to Jurassic Park and Back to the Future II and III,John’s work has left a significant mark on cinema. In our conversation, John takes us

114 - Laurent Bouzereau - Director of "Music By John Williams"

Nov 05 2024 31 mins  
In this episode of the Filmumentaries podcast, I’m bringing you some updates on my work with ILM and sitting down with director Laurent Bouzereau to chat about his new documentary, Music by John Williams. We dive into the emotional punch of Williams’ music, the process behind crafting the documentary, and Williams’ lasting legacy as a composer. Laurent opens up about his expe