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Ep32: Cinematographer Kasper Tuxen

Cinematographers on the Loose Podcast - September 12, 2022 12:15 - 2 hours
A wonderfully free and inspirational conversation with Danish cinematographer Kasper Tuxen, who has recently been thrust into the limelight after his incredible work on Joaquim Trier’s “The Worst Person in the World”.  Here are some of the jobs we discuss in the ep:    The worst person in ...

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DIA FRAMPTON: From Singer to Screen Actor

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - August 21, 2022 04:52 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with DIA FRAMPTON (The Voice, Criminal Minds, Candy Coated Christmas) about her journey from Singer / Songwriter to becoming a successful Actor.  Dia shares her experience of being a finalist on “The Voice” and how that lead her to an acting career. 

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BARRETT BURGIN: Creating "CRYO", a Sci-Fi Whodunit

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - July 10, 2022 20:59 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker BARRETT BURGIN about what he learned from making his Sci-Fi Whodunit movie "CRYO". Barrett breaks down his approach and experiences from story development all the way through distribution.  Are you thinking about making a micro budget film? If so you wil...

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ANDREW WALKER: Preparing for the Role

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - June 28, 2022 06:02 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with actor ANDREW WALKER (Dying for Chocolate, Steel Toes, Big Bang Theory) about how he prepares for his acting roles and the importance of having the right work ethic on set.

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JESSE GARCIA: Growing Through Your Acting Experiences

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - May 14, 2022 23:57 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with JESSE GARCIA (The Avengers, From Dusk Till Dawn, Ambulance) about the ups and downs of having an acting career in Hollywood and how Flamin’ Hot Cheetos can change your life. 

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ADAM MAST & JOHN PUGH: Desertscape International Film Festival

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - April 03, 2022 19:27 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with ADAM MAST and JOHN PUGH about what it is like to run the "Desertscape International Film Festival" and what makes it unique.  They also share great tips for how to create a strong game plan for those entering their first film festival.  

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ADAM MAST and JOHN PUGH: Desertscape International Film Festival

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - April 03, 2022 19:27 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with ADAM MAST and JOHN PUGH about what it is like to run the "Desertscape International Film Festival" and what makes it unique.  They also share great tips for how to create a strong game plan for those entering their first film festival.      

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Ep31: Cinematographer Hunter Daly

Cinematographers on the Loose Podcast - January 31, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour
Hunter Daly is a London based cinematographer. We cover his journey from law student to gaffer to successful short form DP, before going on to discuss Hunter’s recent thoughts around the morality of shooting commercials, the ethics of celluloid, the environmental impact of the filmmaking process,...

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Ep30: VFX Artist Jon Pugh

Cinematographers on the Loose Podcast - December 25, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour
Jon Pugh is a visual effects artist, currently TechAnim lead at MPC Episodic London. He has a range of experience in different departments including comp, creature FX and crowd. His credits include The Crown, Assassin’s Creed, The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, and Detective Pikachu. We chat ...

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The Haves and the Have Nots of Christmas Movies (w AARON O'CONNELL)

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - November 17, 2021 06:50 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with actor AARON O’CONNELL (The Haves and the Have Nots, Candy Coated Christmas, Blending Christmas) about the balance between playing dark dramatic type characters in contrast to sweet leading men in Christmas Rom Coms.

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Episode 83 - AARON O'CONNELL: The Haves and the Have Nots of Christmas

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - November 17, 2021 06:50 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with actor AARON O’CONNELL (The Haves and the Have Nots, Candy Coated Christmas, Blending Christmas) about the balance between playing dark dramatic type characters in contrast to sweet leading men in Christmas Rom Coms.

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Episode 82 - MOLLY McCOOK: Candy Coated Christmas

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - November 17, 2021 04:56 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with actor MOLLY McCOOK ( Last Man Standing, The Ranch ) about working together on the film “Candy Coated Christmas.” Molly also shares her feelings about working with her father John McCook and why she loves to do her own stunts. It’s a great episode, so sit back and ...

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Episode 81 - PAUL CAMPBELL: Writing Scripts For Actors

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - October 24, 2021 20:47 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with Actor / Screenwriter Paul Campbell (Battlestar Galactica, The Big Year, Turner & Hooch - Disney +) about his writing process and the importance of writing dialogue that is not forced.

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How to Write Scripts For Actors (w PAUL CAMPBELL)

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - October 24, 2021 20:47 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with Actor / Screenwriter Paul Campbell (Battlestar Galactica, The Big Year, Turner & Hooch - Disney +) about his writing process and the importance of writing dialogue that is not forced.

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Episode 80 - KRISTOPHER KIMLIN: Prepping For Success

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - September 03, 2021 18:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with Director of Photography KRISTOPHER KIMLIN (Woodlawn, I Can Only Imagine, I Still Believe) about the importance of pre-production and how to prep so you can have a successful experience on set.   

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Ep 29: Vital equipment: Body, Mind and Soul

Cinematographers on the Loose Podcast - August 21, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour
In this solo episode, Tommi and Lorenzo discuss burnout culture, recent projects, reflective metering and more, as well as taking listener questions. Link to Tommi’s rear projection job: https://vimeo.com/582557836 BTS: https://www.instagram.com/p/CSjg7rNihR_/?utm_medium=share_sheet And ...

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Episode 79 - DANIELLE BECKMANN: Liza Anonymous

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - June 02, 2021 11:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker Danielle Beckmann about her new film “Liza Anonymous” that will premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival. The Movie is funny. Danielle is funny, but is this episode funny?  We'll you’ll see!  Enjoy the show.

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Ep28: Photojournalist & Documentary Filmmaker Jonny Pickup

Cinematographers on the Loose Podcast - May 29, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour
Jonny Pickup is a photojournalist, documentary photographer and documentary filmmaker. His assignments have taken him all over the world, and he is currently a freelancer working with Getty.  In this episode we talk about Jonny's journey and his process. We hear about some of his assignments a...

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Episode 78 - THOMAS M HARTING CSC: The Importance of Collaboration

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - May 22, 2021 00:51 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaker Thomas M Harting ( J Team, A Timeless Christmas, Harry & Megan: Becoming Royal) about his career as a Director of Photography and the importance of good collaboration on set.  

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Episode 77 - MIA HANSEN: Why You Need a Publicist

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - May 08, 2021 17:36 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
Have you ever wonder what a Publicist does and why you should get one? Ryan talks with MIA HANSEN (Portrait PR) about what it is like being a Publicist and when is the right time to hire her to help you level up your career.

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EPISODE 76 - RYAN LITTLE: Who is this Guy?

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - April 03, 2021 21:25 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode the tables are turned!  Lars Lindstrom, the host of the “Creative Income” podcast interviews RYAN LITTLE (Forever Strong, Saints and Soldiers, Age of Dragons) about how he got started in the film industry and how he was able to become a full-time film director.  This one is going...

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Ep27: Director Thor and DP David Wright

Cinematographers on the Loose Podcast - April 02, 2021 11:19 - 1 hour
DP David Wright and Director Thor chat to us about the world of high-end international commercials.  Here are the two jobs we break down: Telekom - Save Santa https://vimeo.com/494030584 Timisoreana Equity - Director's Cut https://vimeo.com/478552464 There is a wealth of BTS for download...

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Episode 75 - AMANDA PAYTON: Christmas Movie Mayhem

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - February 19, 2021 19:51 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with actor AMANDA PAYTON (Code 404, Trial & Error, Animal Kingdom) about what it was like to make a Christmas movie together.  

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Ep26: Cinematographer Beatriz Sastre

Cinematographers on the Loose Podcast - December 28, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour
Beatriz Sastre is a Spanish cinematographer based in London. Established in commercials, in 2019 she was co-DP on Spanish feature film ‘La Boda De Rosa’, and this year she was the sole DP on 'Federica Montseny, La Mujer que Habla'. La Boda De Rosa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrAML3wM1ug ...

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EPISODE 74 - EVE MAURO: Acting in the Moment

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - December 15, 2020 15:23 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with actor EVE MAURO (The Oath, Age of the Living Dead, Land of the Lost) about what it was like for her to come to LA with nothing but a suitcase and how she managed to navigate the unpredictable waters of Hollywood to become a full-time actor. 

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Episode 74 - EVE MAURO: Acting in the Moment

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - December 15, 2020 15:23 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with actor EVE MAURO (The Oath, Age of the Living Dead, Land of the Lost) about what it was like for her to come to LA with nothing but a suitcase and how she managed to navigate the unpredictable waters of Hollywood to become a full-time actor. 

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Ep25: Director Shaun James Grant

Cinematographers on the Loose Podcast - November 27, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour
We are stoked to have London-based director Shaun James Grant on the podcast.  The trailer for Shaun's first short film, Hope, has just come online, as well as his latest piece for the English National Ballet. We discuss these projects and much more, delving into Shaun's backstory and ethos.  ...

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Episode 73 - LARS LINDSTROM: The Cinematographer's Toolbox

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - November 25, 2020 19:14 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with cinematographer LARS LINDSTROM ( Dashing Into December, Christmas on the Menu, Dark / Web ) about the tools and techniques he uses to shoot a 10 page day like a pro.  

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Episode 72 - KRISTI SHIMEK: Editing for Prime Time Television

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - November 06, 2020 13:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with editor KRISTI SHIMEK ( Inheritance, Little Women, The Night Clerk ) about what it is like to be an editor on the new Fox television series NEXT.    

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Episode 71 - DOUG TAIT: The Actor Behind the Mask

Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little - October 30, 2020 07:30 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 132 ratings
In this episode Ryan talks with actor DOUG TAIT (Annabelle Comes Home, CW Legacies, Hellboy) about how he went from playing Frankenstein at Universal Studios to getting the opportunity to play some of the most iconic Monsters and Villains in Hollywood, including Jason Voorhees himself. Doug take...

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