Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Film Directing with Matt Macedo
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| The Rise of Vertical Hollywood: The Director's Perspective | 22 Oct 2024 | 01:01:45 | |
Vertical dramas are on the rise. If you've seen platforms like Reelshort, ShortMax, Dramabox, and PocketFM dominating the entertainment charts on the Apple and Android App Stores, or caught a glimpse of their spicy, drama-packed clips on Instagram or TikTok, you're witnessing a shift in storytelling. For the past year, I’ve been immersed in directing vertical dramas, and after completing my 7th (and prepping for my 8th) feature-length mini-series, directing has officially become my full-time gig. In this episode, I sit down with Charlotte Huang as she prepares to direct her first vertical series. We dive into my journey—the successes, the stumbles, and the valuable lessons I've gathered along the way. Whether you're a seasoned filmmaker or a curious newcomer, I hope you can learn from my experience. Follow me on Instagram @MattMacedo and visit my website for more about these vertical series and my latest books! | |||
| Actor Meets The Director | 25 Feb 2024 | 01:36:28 | |
Hello friends! Thanks for tuning in to another episode of the podcast. This episode is sponsored by the Film Analysis Journal, my new book that I released on Amazon for film students and aspiring filmmakers. It's an educational journal aimed at helping you break down your favorite movies as you watch them, learning more about character arcs, story beats, visual language, and more. Available in both paperback and hardback: Hardcover: https://a.co/d/aCgDzP5 Paperback: https://a.co/d/55pEsfn My special guest is Brian Cutler. With a career spanning over 7 decades, we dive into his life, career, and everything there is to know about the collaborative relationship between actors and directors. If you live in the Los Angeles area, please visit Brian Cutlers Actors Studio located in Burbank, and follow Brian's instagram @BrianCutlersActorsStudio (https://www.instagram.com/briancutleractorsstudio?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==) or visit his website at www.ActorsStudio.com | |||
| A Conversation With Steven Bernstein | 30 May 2020 | 00:57:11 | |
Steven Bernstein is a successful Cinematographer, Director, Screenwriter, and Author.
Some of his credits include Monster (2003), The Waterboy (1998), Scary Movie 2 (2001), Half Baked (1998), Last Call (2016), and Decoding Annie Parker (2013).
Please follow Steven on Instagram, and keep an eye out for one of his classes! @StevenBernsteinDirectorWriter (https://instagram.com/stevenbernsteindirectorwriter?igshid=nxgyegf3bt1o)
Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE!
Follow me on Instagram: @MattMacedo (https://instagram.com/mattmacedo?igshid=1cp4ba124uho7)
www.MattMacedo.com
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| An Analysis on Avatar: The Last Airbender | 27 May 2020 | 00:29:49 | |
Hello Friends! Today I chat with Actor, Writer, Photographer, Aspiring Director, and Avatar: The Last Airbender fan, Joshua Slack. Together, we analyze the shows' themes and character arcs, as well as the shows' impact on us after growing up. Follow Joshua on Instagram: @jdotslack (and @jslackimages) and on Twitter: @jdotslack as well as his website www.jslackimages.com Make sure you RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE! Follow me on Instagram: @MattMacedo www.MattMacedo.com | |||
| The Film Set During COVID-19 | 24 May 2020 | 00:47:44 | |
Today I speak with Central Valley Filmmaker and Serrano Studios creator Ernest Serrano about the specific changes and challenges to how a film set now operates under the new post-COVID-19 guidelines.
Click here to see Serrano Studios films on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2ZxiYob
Serrano Studios Website: www.serranostudios.net
Make sure you RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE!
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| Hollywood vs. COVID-19 | 16 Apr 2020 | 00:48:59 | |
The industry might not ever be the same again. In this episode, I scan through multiple articles on Variety, Hollywood Reporter, and Deadline to share what's going on with the movie industry during the time of COVID-19. In the second half of the episode, I'm joined by director Daniel Duddy of The Duddy Trip Podcast. Make sure to RATE and SUBSCRIBE! Thank you! Instagram: @MattMacedo www.MattMacedo.com | |||
| Top 5 Favorite Shows of All Time with Dédalo Purificação (HeyDedalo Podcast) | 15 Apr 2020 | 01:10:14 | |
Today, I'm joined by my good friend Dédalo of the HeyDédalo Podcast (http://anchor.fm/heydedalo) to discuss our personal Top 5 favorite shows of all time! Check out his podcast to listen to the episode of our top 5 personal favorite movies! Also, check out his Instagram @HeyDedalo, and follow him on Twitter and Youtube! Follow me on Instagram: @MattMacedo www.MattMacedo.com | |||
| Top 5 Directors of All Time | 03 Apr 2020 | 00:09:09 | |
"Top 5 Directors of All Time" - List Curated by Peter Markham (FilmDirectingClass.com) Alfred Hitchcock Stanley Kubrick Martin Scorsese Akira Kurosawa Michael Powell I HIGHLY encourage you all to do your research and watch as many films by these directors as possible. Watch them scene by scene, shot by shot, and study it as a filmmaker! | |||
| Top 5 Directors Living Now | 03 Apr 2020 | 00:05:14 | |
"Top 5 Directors Alive Today" - List Curated by Peter Markham (FilmDirectingClass.com) Lynne Ramsay Lucrecia Martel Barry Jenkins Sofia Coppola Michael Haneke Like many of you, I'm sure, I have only seen a handful of films created by those mentioned above. If they're on Peter's list, I highly encourage you all to do some research and watch their films, just as I'm doing. | |||
| The Writer/Director's Journey | 14 Nov 2023 | 01:36:24 | |
Hello Friends! Today's special guest is writer/director Cody Ashford. Cody is a central valley filmmaker who recently completed his first feature film. We dive into the writer/director's experience from pre-production to post-production, covering various topics such as how to handle rejection, failure, as well as the balance of collaboration. Follow Cody on Instagram: @codash27 and TikTok. www.FilmDirectingMerch.com www.MattMacedo.com New Kids Book: "Lights Camera Cut" https://www.amazon.com/Lights-Camera-Cut-Filmmaking-Coordination/dp/B0CM15D2Z8/ref=sr_1_1?crid=30OVA9CPFP2XX&keywords=lights+camera+cut&qid=1699921076&sprefix=lights+camera+cu%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-1 Fiverr Services: Screenplay Feedback: https://www.fiverr.com/themattmacedo/review-your-script-and-give-feedback Film Feedback: https://www.fiverr.com/themattmacedo/advise-and-consult-with-you-on-film-directing Thank you for your support! | |||
| Light and the Director | 20 Jul 2023 | 00:53:20 | |
Hello Friends! Today's special guest is Adrian Sierkowski, a cinematographer and gaffer. In this episode, we discuss the relationship between the director and cinematographer, how lighting can portray a character's psychology, the role of lighting in storytelling, and the future of film production involving AI and virtual stages. To get in contact with Adrian, visit his website at www.AdrianSierkowski.com. To learn more about the feedback services I provide on Fiverr, click the links below! Screenplay Feedback with optional directing notes: https://www.fiverr.com/s/2aBK3k Film and Film Directing Feedback: https://www.fiverr.com/s/WzxE4X Follow me on Instagram and Threads @MattMacedo www.MattMacedo.com | |||
| Fiverr and the Director - Now Offering Feedback Services | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:02:39 | |
Are you needing feedback on a script or film you've completed? I've started offering services on Fiverr!
If you are a Writer/Director about to embark on directing a script you have written, PLEASE get the optional directing notes with your screenplay order. In addition to feedback on the story, characters, etc, you will receive feedback included in the other Directing service, but BEFORE you've completed your film.
Screenwriting Feedback with *Optional Directing Notes: https://www.fiverr.com/s/R2b56R
If you have already completed your film and want feedback on it, this is the service for you!
Directing Feedback: https://www.fiverr.com/s/3Lwkdr
Services start at just $50.
Sorry for the delay in new episodes. This podcast was never meant to have weekly uploads, only episodes on topics I found interesting. With that said, I am in the process of lining up new guests and having new topics to explore and talk about. In the meanwhile, "Intuition and the Director" and "Psychology and the Director" are my favorite topics so far, and constantly provide something new to learn from.
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| The Unconscious Characteristics of Character | 26 Feb 2023 | 01:45:45 | |
Did you know your handwriting reveals virtually everything about you? Today's special guest is Author and Expert Handwriting Analyst Sheila Lowe. We dive deep into how our characteristics (and even past injuries) show themselves through our handwriting. To learn more about Sheila, her books, and the services that she offers, please visit SheilaLowe.com & SheilaLoweBooks.com | |||
| Commercials and the Director | 02 Feb 2023 | 01:08:15 | |
Hello Friends! On today's episode, I welcome Jordan Brady to the podcast. He is an ultra-successful commercial director who has directed well over 1,000 commercials and has multiple online courses. If you follow his Instagram, you're definitely aware of how funny he is and the free knowledge he gives away. In this episode, we talk about the similarities and differences between directing films and directing commercials. Please check out Jordan's work at TrueGent.tv and follow him on Instagram @ThatJordanBrady. His website is CommercialDirectingFilmSchool.com and you are able to sign up for a consultation call or even sign up for his Commercial Directing Bootcamp. Please check out his podcast "Respect the Process" and purchase his book Commercial Directing Voodoo. | |||
| Intuition and the Director | 11 Apr 2021 | 01:06:02 | |
Hello friends! Today, I welcome back writer, director, and cinematographer Steven Bernstein (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0077149/) to chat about intuition and its impact on a director and the filmmaking process. Make sure to follow Steven on social media and Patreon! (https://www.instagram.com/stevenbernsteindirectorwriter/?hl=en) Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE! Follow me on Instagram @MattMacedo (https://www.instagram.com/mattmacedo/) | |||
| Psychology and the Director | 01 Sep 2020 | 00:43:27 | |
Hello friends! Today, I welcome back writer, director, and cinematographer Steven Bernstein (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0077149/) to chat about psychology and its impact on directing and filmmaking. Make sure to follow Steven on social media! (https://www.instagram.com/stevenbernsteindirectorwriter/?hl=en) Make sure you RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE! Follow me on Instagram @MattMacedo (https://www.instagram.com/mattmacedo/) www.MattMacedo.com | |||
| Music meets the Director | 26 Aug 2020 | 00:43:20 | |
Hello friends! Today, I speak with my good friend and composer Jamie Murgatroyd (https://www.murgatroydmusic.com/) about our collaborative relationship and the relationship between composers and directors. If you're needing a composer, make sure to visit https://www.murgatroydmusic.com/ to contact Jamie! Drug of Choice Soundtrack: https://soundcloud.com/macedoproductions Jamie's Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/jamie-murgatroyd Software Jamie mentions with Clara's voice: Ethera Gold Make sure you RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE! Follow me on Instagram @MattMacedo www.MattMacedo.com | |||
| Mindset meets The Director | 28 Feb 2025 | 02:07:06 | |
In this episode of Film Directing with Matt Macedo, I sit down with friend of the podcast Dédalo Purificação to discuss how mindset shapes a director’s journey. We dive into the differences between a fixed and open mindset, the role of ego in filmmaking, and how to cultivate a positive mentality when facing challenges, fear, and setbacks on set and beyond. Whether you're an aspiring director or a seasoned pro, this conversation will help you reframe obstacles as opportunities and keep your creative vision sharp. 🔹 Follow me on Instagram: @MattMacedo Listen now and level up your mindset as a director! 🎧🎥 #FilmDirecting #MindsetMatters #Filmmaking | |||
| Stunt Coordinator Meets The Director | 10 Oct 2025 | 01:24:14 | |
In this episode of Film Directing with Matt Macedo, I sit down with legendary stunt coordinator Gregg Sargeant — a veteran of Hollywood action, known for his work on War of the Worlds with Steven Spielberg, Pirates of the Caribbean, Westworld, and countless others. Gregg shares stories from his decades in the industry, including what it’s like designing stunts on massive sets, coordinating with top directors, and keeping safety and storytelling at the heart of every explosion, chase, and fight. We also discuss his work at Stunt University, where he trains the next generation of stunt performers, and the lessons he’s learned about trust, collaboration, and leadership on set. Whether you’re a filmmaker, film student, or simply a fan of the craft behind the chaos, this episode offers a rare look at the relationship between directors and stunt coordinators — and the balance of creativity, precision, and courage that makes great action come alive. 🎧 Listen now to hear how Gregg Sargeant brings danger to life — safely. | |||
| Psychology and The Microdrama | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:53:38 | |
In this episode of Film Directing with Matt Macedo, we dive into the fascinating intersection of psychology and vertical microdramas — the fast-paced, emotionally charged storytelling format that has taken platforms like ReelShort, DramaBox, and ShortMax by storm. As a director who has helmed multiple top-performing vertical dramas, Matt breaks down how these bite-sized stories are intentionally crafted to hook audiences within seconds. He’s joined by special guest Jacqueline van Eijk — a passionate fan of microdramas with a background in psychology — who unpacks why our brains become emotionally invested so quickly and what psychological triggers keep us bingeing episode after episode. If you love directing, storytelling psychology, or just want to know what makes viral microdramas so addictive, this episode will open your eyes to the mechanics behind emotional engagement in short-form filmmaking. 🎧 Listen now and discover the psychology driving one of the fastest-growing storytelling formats in film. 📲 Subscribe for more episodes on directing, storytelling structure, vertical filmmaking, and the craft behind emotional impact. #FilmDirecting #VerticalDrama #Microdrama #StorytellingPsychology #MattMacedo #JacquelineVanEijk | |||