Film Sense
41 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsWhat is Film Sense? It's a Podcast Documentary Series About Filmmaking In Uncertain Times.
For many filmmakers, the 21st century marked the end of cinema as we knew it. Gone were the methods behind the madness of Hollywood. New technologies created uncertainty as well as promise. Traditional sources of financing and distribution had dried up, especially for independent filmmakers and the “middle class” of Hollywood. Film Sense will explore the changing terrain of filmmaking as art and as a business. Through discussions with other amateur professionals, we will share our experiences and hopefully make “sense” of what the future holds.
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FILM SENSE: Doug Tait
June 02, 2021 18:00 - 42 minutes - 74.4 MBActor, Producer, Creature Performer DOUG TAIT (Hellboy, Legacies, Attack of the Unknown) stops by the Film Sense Zoom room for our first interview since we met on the Wyrd documentary MEN IN SUITS. Links: Doug Tait on IMDB MEN IN SUITS on YouTube
FILM SENSE: Heather Buckley and Jack Bennett
April 23, 2021 16:00 - 54 minutes - 94.7 MBProducer HEATHER BUCKLEY ("The Ranger", "We Are Still Here" and "Blood & Flesh: The Reel Life & Ghastly Death of Al Adamson") joins filmmaker JACK BENNETT ("Grandpa Metal", "New Music Sucks") and myself to discuss the inclusive genre studio she recently co-founded, BLACK MANSION. - Frank H. Woodward A Little More About Black Mansion Black Mansion's mission is to "explore genre as a potent vehicle for visionary and provocative storytelling through features, series and documentaries... ...
FILM SENSE: Misty Rosas Has Spoken
March 23, 2021 00:56 - 41 minutes - 72 MBA long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... I had the delight of meeting actor Misty Rosas when I interviewed her for my documentary "Men In Suits". Since then her work has gone into hyper-drive thanks to two instantly iconic roles on "The Mandalorian"... Kuiil, the wise Ugnaught, and the endearing Frog Lady. A lot has changed for Misty Rosas. You could even say, "The Force is strong with this one." Links: Misty Rosas Official Site LIFE LESSONS An Album by Misty Rosas Misty Rosa...
FILM SENSE: The Puppet Cinema of Kevin McTurk
March 08, 2021 17:00 - 47 minutes - 81.9 MBThe puppet ghost stories of Kevin McTurk (The Haunted Swordsman, The Mill At Calder's End, The Narrative of Victor Karloch) are a fine blend of many cinematic influences including George Méliès, Jim Henson, Japanese folk tales, Hammer Horror and so much more. The masterful way he creates illusions of fantasy and life has amazed film festival audiences around the world. In many ways, I consider him one of the most intriguing filmmakers working today. So let’s venture into the spirit cabi...
FILM SENSE: Bonus Andrew Kasch
December 12, 2020 15:31 - 16 minutes - 27.1 MBI continue to sift through the FILM SENSE bins in search of bonus interviews like this one from my discussion with director Andrew Kasch about the challenge of going to the movies and discovering new voices in a shrinking, streaming world. - FHW
FILM SENSE: Bonus David J. Schow
December 03, 2020 21:14 - 12 minutes - 20.5 MBAs we call "wrap" on 2020, I sift through the FILM SENSE bins in search of bonus interviews like this one from my discussion with author/screenwriter David J. Schow. - FHW
CLEAN - Q&A For A Short Film
November 25, 2020 02:16 - 28 minutes - 49.5 MBHere's a Bonus Feature to watch after seeing CLEAN, a short film by Frank H. Woodward, now streaming on the official Screamfest YouTube Channel. Watch CLEAN here!!! Joining Frank for this virtual Q&A are Brian Pope ("Howard"), Jack Bennett ("Dr. Robert"), Liesel Hanson ("How-To Instructor"), producer Pam Altieri Paterra, composer J. Phillip Wilkins, and sound recordist Hunter Paterra. CLEAN had its premiere on October 10, 2020 at Screamfest 2020. This Q&A was recorded on September 30, ...
MICHAEL HAYES • Hollywood: The Reboot
November 19, 2020 05:11 - 40 minutes - 71.3 MBThe time has come for a closer look at the business side of filmmaking with a focus on independent productions. Michael Hayes is one of the partners of Prolific Pictures, a film sales and production company. We speak to him about what filmmakers need to keep in mind going forward in a market where production, distribution, exhibition... pretty much everything has changed. Links: Prolific Pictures Michael Hayes on IMDB The Camera Eye - A Facebook Group Moderated by Prolific Pictures
IZZY LEE • Hollywood: The Reboot
October 29, 2020 18:06 - 28 minutes - 48.8 MBWith Election Day upon us... It's time to get political with filmmaker Izzy Lee. Izzy has directed such socio-political horror films as RE-HOME, MY MONSTER and THE OBLITERATION OF THE CHICKENS. She was also named by The A.V. Club as one of the filmmakers Blumhouse should definitely hire. Links: Nihil Noctem Films MY MONSTER by Izzy Lee RITES OF VENGEANCE Teaser
KEVIN VANHOOK • Hollywood: The Reboot
October 25, 2020 17:49 - 34 minutes - 60.2 MB"If you were to reboot Hollywood, what are some of the changes you would make?" In this limited series, I ask fellow filmmakers and industry professionals this very question. In Part Two, we are joined by Kevin VanHook, a writer/director (The Fallen Ones), comic book creator (Bloodshot) and visual effects supervisor. Links: BLOODSHOT on Amazon Prime Worldwide FX - Visual Effects
MISSION: GEEK OUT - Halloween
October 16, 2020 17:51 - 26 minutes - 29.9 MBHalloween is a family thing for many of us. That's what possessed Uncle Frank to geek out with his niece & nephew, Paige & Joe, about Halloweens past & present. Very scary stuff... for our family and yours!
JODI GOMES • Hollywood: The Reboot
October 13, 2020 19:09 - 21 minutes - 37.5 MB"If you were to reboot Hollywood, what are some of the changes you would make?" In this limited series, I ask filmmakers and industry professionals this very question. In Part One, we are joined by JODI GOMES, an award winning producer/director of unscripted series and documentary films. Her company Point 7 Entertainment is behind such shows as A&E's The Jacksons: A Family Dynasty and the documentary feature One Child Left Behind: The APS Teaching Scandal. Links: JODI GOMES on IMDB ...
FILM SENSE: The Mind of David J. Schow
September 28, 2020 15:37 - 1 hour - 158 MBDavid J. Schow (The Crow, Creepshow) is an award winning author, screenwriter, monster lover and constant creator. He was kind enough to sit down with me and share his thoughts on monster movies, James Bond, writing wisdom and the future of Hollywood. And thus begins Season 3 of Film Sense... Links: David J. Schow Filmography Cimarron Street Books - "Monster Movies" by David J. Schow "Silver Scream" Available on Amazon "Wild Hairs" Available on Amazon
FILM SENSE: My Dinner with Jack Bennett
August 14, 2020 17:15 - 1 hour - 159 MBThis feature length, mostly uncensored whiskey chat is like being at the Tam O'Shanter with filmmakers Jack Bennett and Frank H. Woodward. Jack talks about his latest music video Grandpa Metal before pondering deep, philosophical thoughts about making movies. A conversation that will most likely get one of thes two guys in trouble. (SPOILER: It’s Frank. He looks forward to your emails.) Links: GRANDPA METAL music video
MISSION: GEEK OUT - Horror Icons
July 29, 2020 17:51 - 49 minutes - 19.3 MBFrom Frankie to Chucky... Paige and Frank geek out about horror movie boogeymen, monsters, and spooks.
FILM SENSE: Catching Up with Andrew Kasch
July 24, 2020 22:33 - 38 minutes - 65.5 MBFilm Sense is back with filmmaker Andrew Kasch (Legends of Tomorrow, Tales of Halloween)!! Gather round as we share tales of filmmaking in the Age of COVID, anthologies, and the healing power of creation. Links: QUARAN TINIES by Andrew Kasch VARIETY: Horror Anthology Film ‘Isolation’ Finishes Filming Entirely in Quarantine CLOWN TOWN by John Skipp & Andrew Kasch TALES OF HALLOWEEN Trailer
MISSION: GEEK OUT - Disney Parks
July 13, 2020 19:34 - 44 minutes - 74.6 MBIn which two generations of geeks talk about things they enjoy. Hosted by Paige Barr and Frank H. Woodward Today's Topic: Disney Parks What changes do we enjoy in Disneyland and Walt Disney World? What attractions do we miss? Opening Music by J. Phillip Wilkins
FILM SENSE: Chelsea Stardust Memories
December 18, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBDirector Chelsea Stardust shares her memories of 2019 including what she learned from having two feature films released in the same year, All That We Destroy and Satanic Panic. Plus... Chelsea and I look back at some other gifts of the year. -FHW Links: ALL THAT WE DESTROY on Hulu SATANIC PANIC on Amazon Prime ** Support FILM SENSE - Subscribe, Like, Share, and Comment**
FILM SENSE: Music By Jonathan Wilkins
November 25, 2019 03:49 - 52 minutes - 37.4 MBYou've heard his work here as the theme music for FILM SENSE. Now I sit down to chat about soundtracks and more with composer Jonathan Wilkins. But wait! There's more! To mark my birthday, Jon and I look back on our early days as young filmmakers. Jon was there with me when we made our first short and now we get to tell you all about it. -FHW Related Links: Jonathan Wilkins on Twitter - @lucrativeangst HOT FLASH by Danny Woodburn - Music By Jon Wilkins "You Only Live Twice" ...
FILM SENSE: The Cinematic Experience
November 04, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBWhat's the best way to watch a movie? Is the cinematic experience becoming a thing of the past? That's the topic of my FILM SENSE discussion with to co-founders of Film Geeks- San Diego Beth Accomando and Miguel Rodriguez. How important is it to see movies the way they were meant to be seen? For over 100 years, the ideal venue was always a darkened theater. With an audience. A communal affair. Today, however, people can catch the latest release at home, on their computer, tabl...
FILM SENSE: Mike Hill - For Love & Monsters
October 01, 2019 14:00 - 50 minutes - 36.9 MBFilmmaker / Creature Designer MIKE HILL fell in love with monsters at a young age. That passion lives on today in the films he makes and creatures he creates. In this FILM SENSE interview, Mike sits down to discuss a wide variety of topics including designing creatures like the Amphibian Man for THE SHAPE OF WATER, chasing his own muse with his short film PRODIGAL SON, and the many inspirations he’s discovered on this journey. Links: Mike Hill Art - Facebook
FILM SENSE: The Fans
July 11, 2019 14:00 - 42 minutes - 30.8 MBWhen a filmmaker enjoys a certain amount of success, it most likely means they have some fans that have rallied around their work. In this new age of branding, however, a true fan has become a much bigger part of the filmmaking process. Filmmakers CHRIS MANCINI and GARY DEOCAMPO join us in a discussion about the role of fans in our lives and work. Fans are more than just our audience. They can also finance a project via crowdfunding or promote a movie thanks to word of mouth on socia...
FILM SENSE: Afro-futurism & Ethno-Gothic
April 28, 2019 13:00 - 53 minutes - 37.9 MBBlack Panther... Get Out... Candyman... all have become classics of speculative fiction. They are also shining examples of AFRO-FUTURISM and the ETHNO-GOTHIC. With the success of these films, it may seem that a new sub-genre of fantastic cinema is being born. But according to PROFESSOR JOHN JENNINGS, horror and science fiction have been depicting the black experience for quite sometime. What we have instead is a Renaissance. So join Prof. Jennings and myself as we explore this new ...
FILM SENSE: Film Markets
April 11, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBThe camera has wrapped. Picture has been locked. Now it's time to sell your film. That's where film markets come in. But what do film sales look like in a market dominated by streaming services like Netflix? How do you craft a film that has the best shot at making its budget back especially in the independent arena? In this episode, we welcome the good folks from Prolific Pictures (Michael Hayes, Germaine Lacayo, Brian Kelly Jones) who share what they've learned from the most recent...
FILM SENSE: Mallory O'Meara vs Hollywood Monsters
February 28, 2019 02:01 - 51 minutes - 36.8 MBAnd we're back with a very special interview! Mallory O'Meara is a film producer, author, podcaster and all around fascinating friend. Her new book The Lady From The Black Lagoon tells the unknown tale of Millicent Patrick, the woman responsible for designing the most iconic creature in cinema history The subheading on Mallory's book speaks of "Hollywood monsters" and she's not just talking about the foam latex kind. In this episode we discuss Mallory's experience in the film biz wh...
FILM SENSE’s Theme Music
February 17, 2019 18:20As we prepare brand new episodes, FILM SENSE would like to thank Jonathan Wilkins for providing our show’s jazzy theme. You only get to hear the riff a bit at the head and tail of the show. Here’s the entire track. Film Sense Theme https://youtu.be/5f6cYGELW9o
FILM SENSE: A Tale Of Two Indies
January 16, 2019 18:21 - 57 minutes - 41.5 MB"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times..." In this episode, we discuss the current state of indie film with two filmmakers who continue to work on the front lines... CHELSEA STARDUST and SEAN KELLER. Chelsea just wrapped principal photography on a feature film for Fangoria called SATANIC PANIC (chosen as a "Must-See Horror Movie of 2019" by Film School Rejects). Sean, in addition to writing projects with Chelsea, also wrote and produced THE CAPTURE (now available on Ama...
FILM SENSE: Production Design with David & Sandy Wasco
January 10, 2019 18:00 - 57 minutes - 40.6 MBIn Part 2 of this 2-part episode, Oscar Winning production designers David & Sandy Wasco discuss the role of the production designer and art department in the filmmaking process. Links: David Wasco Sandy Reynolds-Wasco
FILM SENSE: Production Design with David & Sandy Wasco PT. 1
January 10, 2019 05:00 - 53 minutes - 37.3 MBOscar Winning production designers David & Sandy Wasco have been a successful production design team for nearly 30 years. In that time, they've worked on Pulp Fiction,The Royal Tennenbaums, Collateral, Molly's Game and the Oscar winning La La Land. In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, we discuss the role of the production designer and art department in the filmmaking process. David and Sandy also share stories about their work with Quentin Tarantino, Wes Anderson, Aaron Sorkin, and Damien ...
Production Design with David & Sandy Wasco
January 08, 2019 06:03This Thursday, Film Sense is proud to present an exclusive interview with Oscar Winning production designers David & Sandy Wasco. David and Sandy have been a successful production design team for nearly 30 years. In that time, they've worked on films like Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, Jackie Brown, Kill Bill, Inglourious Basterds, Bottle Rocket, Rushmore, The Royal Tennenbaums, Redbelt, Collateral, Molly's Game and the Oscar winning La La Land. In this 2-part episode, we discuss the ro...
FILM SENSE: Film Incentives
January 03, 2019 05:00 - 54 minutes - 39.1 MBTax rebates... grants... refunds... these are just some of the ways different states and countries compete for film production dollars. They want you to shoot in their area, but what film incentive is right for you? How are states like California evolving to keep cameras rolling in their neighborhood? Join Ed Duffy (VP / Representative State Film Incentive Alliance, Teamsters Local 399) and Kevin VanHook (producer / director, Alpha Dog and Slayer) as they walk us through their experienc...
FILM SENSE: 2018 Year In Review
December 27, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBA 90 minute holiday special featuring the Damn Dirty Geeks! Join Frank Dietz, Jack Bennett, Scott Weitz, Trish Geiger and host Frank H. Woodward as they unwrap a cornucopia of topics that defined 2018! Fans in control of the asylum... Netflix and Marvel's rise to power... the looming threat of Disney +... "Roma"... and that spiritual feeling you get seeing a film in the theater! •Please be sure to Subscribe, Like, Share and Comment• Credits: Produced by Frank H. Woodward Theme...
FILM SENSE Now On iTunes
December 22, 2018 17:00We are now on iTunes!! Please swing on by, Subscribe and, one you’ve listened to few, give us a Review. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/film-sense/id1447595858
FILM SENSE: "Sequence Break" - A Case Study
December 20, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBFilm Sense presents a case study of a recent independent film from concept to release. In this special episode, writer / director Graham Skipper takes us on an in depth exploration of his horror film SEQUENCE BREAK. Synopsis A reclusive video arcade technician experiences bizarre biomechanical mutations and hallucinations when a mysterious new arcade machine appears in his shop. Starring Chase Williamson, Fabianne Therese, Lyle Kanouse, Jon Dinan, and Audrey Wasilewski. Written & ...
Avoid SPOILERS!! Watch SEQUENCE BREAK!!
December 14, 2018 05:00While you're enjoying our 2-part discussion about film festivals, we at Film Sense would like to prepare you for our next episode. Next week we will be presenting our first case study of a recent independent film from concept to release. That film is SEQUENCE BREAK by writer / director Graham Skipper and he will be taking us on an in depth exploration of his tale of love, video games and body horror. So watch the film before next week to avoid spoilers and generally know what we're tal...
Avoid SPOLIERS!! Watch SEQUENCE BREAK!!
December 14, 2018 05:00While you're enjoying our 2-part discussion about film festivals, we at Film Sense would like to prepare you for our next episode. Next week we will be presenting our first case study of a recent independent film from concept to release. That film is SEQUENCE BREAK by writer / director Graham Skipper and he will be taking us on an in depth exploration of his tale of love, video games and body horror. So watch the film before next week to avoid spoilers and generally know what we're tal...
FILM SENSE: "Film Festivals" Part 2
December 13, 2018 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.9 MBThe continuation of our discussion about film festivals with Heidi Honeycutt (creator/programmer, Etheria Film Night), Izzy Lee (fimmaker, Nihil-Noctem), and Miguel Rodriguez (festival founder / director, Horrible Imaginings Film Festival). Part 2 of 2 Related Links: Etheria Film Night Horrible Imaginings Film Festival Film Geeks SD Nihil-Noctem - Izzy Lee's Official Site American Cinematheque •Please be sure to Subscribe, Like, Share and Comment• Credits: Produced by F...
FILM SENSE: "Film Festivals" Part 1
December 13, 2018 05:00 - 43 minutes - 30.9 MBWhat makes a good film festival? What should filmmakers expect from the festival experience? How do festivals keep the love of films alive? These and other questions are examined by Heidi Honeycutt (creator/programmer, Etheria Film Night), Izzy Lee (fimmaker, Nihil-Noctem), and Miguel Rodriguez (festival founder / director, Horrible Imaginings Film Festival). Part 1 of 2 Related Links: Etheria Film Night Horrible Imaginings Film Festival Film Geeks SD Nihil-Noctem - Izzy Le...
FILM SENSE: "Micro Budget"
December 06, 2018 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.9 MBHow low can you go? That seems to be the big question independent filmmakers are facing when they seek funding for their projects especially in these uncertain times. But how low is low? What do producers mean when they want to make a "micro-budget" film? Join Jack Bennett (writer/director), Brian Kelly Jones (producer) and Staci Layne Wilson (writer/director/producer) to learn of their recent adventures in the micro-budget verse. Related Links: Fetish Factory Directed by Staci Lay...
FILM SENSE: "The Streaming Effect"
November 30, 2018 05:00 - 58 minutes - 43.8 MBNetflix... Amazon... Hulu... these are just three of the many streaming platforms that have forever changed Hollywood. Everything from how movies are made to how they are watched. How has streaming changed the business? This is something we're still trying to figure out. In Episode One of Film Sense, I speak with people from three, traditional platforms of exhibition that are being forever changed by the streaming effect... theaters, home video, and cable. Join David Gregory (owner,...
What is FILM SENSE?
November 16, 2018 22:39Film Sense is a podcast documentary series about filmmaking in uncertain times. For many filmmakers, the 21st century marked the end of cinema as we knew it. Gone were the methods behind the madness of Hollywood. New technologies created uncertainty as well as promise. Traditional sources of financing and distribution had dried up, especially for independent filmmakers and the “middle class” of Hollywood. Film Sense will explore the changing terrain of filmmaking as art and as a busine...