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Lighter Darker: The ILM Podcast

Industrial Light & Magic

Cinéma & Séries

Fréquence : 1 épisode/14j. Total Éps: 22

Welcome to Lighter Darker: The ILM Podcast, where we focus on the creative process of filmmaking and the art of visual storytelling. Co-hosted by Rob Bredow & Todd Vaziri, and produced by Jenny Ely, join us as we chat with top filmmakers, artists and innovators about their craft, careers, and the collaborative process of bringing stories to life.

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001 - The Premiere

Saison 1 · Épisode 1

mardi 3 septembre 2024 • Durée 43:34

Welcome to Lighter Darker: The ILM Podcast hosted by ILM Chief Creative Officer, Rob Bredow, ILM Compositing Supervisor, Todd Vaziri, and Producer Jenny Ely who talk about the creative process of filmmaking and the art of visual storytelling. In our premiere episode Rob and Todd share thoughts on beautiful final shots from films they've personally worked on, along with a few "could-be-better" or CBB moments they didn't want to let go. Todd unpacks the compositing from a famous shot in Star Trek Into Darkness and Rob shares how the production teams on the set of Solo: A Star Wars Story worked together to compose a memorable journey through the Kessel Run on screen for the first time. On the main topic of Dailies Culture Rob and Todd dive into the details, offering up tips on making review sessions with your team more productive, painless, and even enjoyable. CHAPTER MARKERS [0:00:00] Intro [00:01:37] Introduction to One Final, One CBB [00:02:45] Todd’s Final & CBB from Star Trek Into Darkness [00:09:06] Rob’s Final & CBB from Solo: A Star Wars Story [00:19:04] Dailies Culture [00:34:00] The Martini [00:41:57] Outro EPISODE LINKS Lighter Darker Episode 1: The Premiere One Final & One CBB Todd: Star Trek Into Darkness (2013) - IMDb ILM: Behind the Magic of Visual Effects in Star Trek Into Darkness Rob: Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018) - IMDb ILM: Behind the Magic of the Speeder Chase in Solo: A Star Wars Story Brett Northcutt concept artist at ILM on Instagram The Martini Todd: Alien (1979) - IMDb Run Lola Run (1998) - IMDb Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) - IMDb Casablanca (1942) - IMDb Rear Window (1954) - IMDb Rob: Jurassic Park (1993) - IMDb Rob is embracing the delightful world of avian espionage with Bird Buddy. Jenny: The Abyss (1989) - IMDb Jenny found one organization app to rule them all with Todoist. Questions? Submit a question or a topic for discussion on the show lighterdarker@ilm.com. Follow our team Rob Bredow on IG Todd Vaziri Jenny Ely on IG Learn more about ILM at https://www.ilm.com/ and follow us on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Introducing Lighter Darker: The ILM Podcast

jeudi 22 août 2024 • Durée 00:27

Welcome to Lighter Darker: The ILM Podcast where we focus on the creative process of filmmaking and the art of visual storytelling. Hosted by ILM Chief Creative Officer, Rob Bredow and Todd Vaziri, ILM Compositing Supervisor, we tell stories from behind the scenes to illustrate the many crafts that come together to create a motion picture, TV Series, or special venue project. Whether you're a seasoned professional, an aspiring filmmaker, or a fan of immersive experiences, Lighter Darker provides valuable insights, inspiration, and a deeper appreciation for the artists behind the projects we take on at ILM in the visual effects, animation, and immersive entertainment spaces. Tune in to Lighter Darker and embark on a journey through the creative and technical realms of cinema & immersive entertainment, where every shadow reveals a story, and every beam of light unveils a new perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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002 - Transformers One with Josh Cooley

Saison 1 · Épisode 2

mardi 17 septembre 2024 • Durée 40:58

Episode Summary In this episode, the Lighter Darker team welcomes director Josh Cooley (Toy Story 4, Transformers One) to talk about combining humor and heart in filmmaking as he does so well in his films. Josh shares the story of getting his dream shot at Pixar and how he almost had a very different job! Chapter Markers [00:00:00] Intro [00:01:41] Questions from the mailbag [00:04:46] What is virtual production? [00:13:00] Rejection letters [00:17:05] Humor and heart in animation [00:33:15] The Martini [00:39:21] Outro Episode Links Josh Cooley - IMDb Joe Ranft - IMDb Toy Story 4 (2019) - IMDb Transformers One (2024) - IMDb Nathan Camp - Mocap The Martini Rob (and the rest of the internet) is obsessed with the Star Tours StarSpeeder Play Set 2005 Star Tours - Original - Disneyland Anaheim Jenny scrambled to come up with something last minute because Rob stole her martini (see above). She is reading Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë | Goodreads and obsessing over the Oxford comma debate. What Is the Oxford Comma (or Serial Comma)? | Grammarly. Yes, she is boring. Josh is staying true to the current Transformers hype by adopting a Flagship Optimus Prime from Robosen. Featured Music The Lighter Darker theme was created by Khatsho Orfali. This episode features music by Ben Charles aka chromasy. Follow ILM ilm.com | YouTube | Instagram | Threads | X | Facebook | LinkedIn Follow our team Rob Bredow.com or on Instagram Todd Vaziri Jenny Ely on Instagram Questions Email us at lighterdarker@ilm.com Transcript https://www.ilm.com/transcripts/s1e2-transformers-one-with-josh-cooley/ Share this episode https://www.ilm.com/lighterdarker/s1e2-transformers-one-with-josh-cooley/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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003 - Camera and Composition

Saison 1 · Épisode 3

mardi 1 octobre 2024 • Durée 51:13

Episode Summary Beth D'Amato, ILM digital paint supervisor, joins Todd and Rob to discuss their favorite camera moves, compositions, and notable oner’s. Beth shares how she got her start in VFX and we learn that sometimes, "We will keep your resume on file" is a good thing! The ILM pros answer questions about basic VFX terminology, and we bust an internet myth. Chapter Markers [00:00:00] Intro [00:01:50] Questions from the mailbag [00:11:07] Rejection letters [00:16:20] Misinformation corner [00:21:20] Camera and composition [00:43:19] The Martini [00:49:32] Outro Episode Links Beth D'Amato - IMDb @star_wars_battlegrounds) • Instagram Maya Houdini Raiders of the Lost Ark Clip THE DARK KNIGHT (2008) "Joker Blows Up Hospital" Clip Booksmart (2019) - IMDb "Raiders of the Lost Ark" - Floorplan Animatic Taxi Driver - phone call scene Client Camera Movement Guide (Reddit) Camera Movement Terminology The Martini Todd recommends his favorite black and white films. The Third Man (1949) and Ripley (TV Mini Series 2024) Beth is learning all the behind-the-scenes stories from The West Wing with the new book, What's Next: A Backstage Pass to The West Wing, Its Cast and Crew, and Its Enduring Legacy of Service Jenny is flexing her internet sleuthing skills with Unsolved Mysteries Volume Four Rob suggests Derek DelGaudio's In & Of Itself (2020) for a delightful exploration of the illusory nature of identity. Follow us ilm.com | YouTube | Instagram | Threads | X | Facebook | LinkedIn Rob Bredow.com or on Instagram Todd Vaziri Jenny Ely on Instagram Email us at lighterdarker@ilm.com Transcript: https://www.ilm.com/transcripts/s1e3-camera-and-composition/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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004 - Twisters with Lee Isaac Chung and Ashley Jay Sandberg

Saison 1 · Épisode 4

mardi 15 octobre 2024 • Durée 55:04

Director Lee Isaac Chung (Minari, Twisters) and executive producer Ashley Jay Sandberg (Twisters, The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart) discuss working together to balance science and storytelling with their latest film, Twisters. They share stories from the set, including real-life challenges from Mother Nature. The filmmakers and the Lighter Darker hosts chat about films that inspired them to choose their career paths and some roadblocks they faced along the way. Chapter Markers [00:00:00] Intro [00:02:12] Questions from the mailbag [00:10:42] Rejection letters [00:19:44] Film foundations [00:28:20] The quiet power of nature [00:45:30] Final question [00:48:24] The martini [00:53:50] Outro Episode Links Ashley Jay Sandberg - IMDb Lee Isaac Chung - IMDb Twisters The Abyss (1989) - IMDb Back to the Future (1985) - IMDb E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) - IMDb Kar-Wai Wong - IMDb The Wizard of Oz (1939) - IMDb Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980) - IMDb Phil Tippett on the set of The Empire Strikes Back Ben Snow - IMDb ILM VFX Supervisor Ben Snow on the set of Twisters Florian Witzel - IMDb The Martini Rob - The Greatest Night in Pop (2024) - IMDb Todd - Schlage Encode Plus™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt | Wifi smart lock Jenny - Norsepaints (@norsepaints) • Instagram Isaac - StarTalk Radio Ashley BEATER BOARDS – Catch Surf USA Follow Us ilm.com | YouTube | Instagram | Threads | X | Facebook | LinkedIn Rob Bredow.com or on Instagram Todd Vaziri Jenny Ely on Instagram Email us at lighterdarker@ilm.com Transcript: https://www.ilm.com/transcripts/s1e004-twisters-with-lee-isaac-chung-and-ashley-jay-sandberg/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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005 - Ghostbusters II with Bill George

Saison 1 · Épisode 5

mardi 29 octobre 2024 • Durée 53:22

For this special Halloween Edition, we flash back to Ghostbusters II with VFX legend Bill George who shares stories from the model shop. We talk with Bill about the evolution of visual effects over his 40-year career. Chapter Markers [00:00:00] Intro [00:03:45] Questions from the mailbag [00:16:20] Lighter Darker - origin of the name [00:19:10] Rejection letters [00:22:28] Ghostbusters II and the evolution of the artist toolbox [00:44:51] The Martini [00:52:19] Outro Episode Links Bill George - IMDb Artist Benton Jew Shares ILM Memories and the Story Behind Lighter Darker Innerspace (1987) - IMDb Ghostbusters II (1989) - IMDb METHOCEL™ Water-Soluble Cellulose Ethers, IFF - ChemPoint. The Martini Todd -Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982) - IMDb Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) - IMDb Bill - Sasquatch Sunset (2024) - IMDb Paramount + / rent on Amazon Prime Jenny - Halloween: Origins, Meaning & Traditions | HISTORY Jenny's Slimer Halloween Costume by Adam J. Ely on IG Rob - Scriptnotes Follow Us ilm.com | YouTube | Instagram | Threads | X | Facebook | LinkedIn Rob Bredow.com or on Instagram Todd Vaziri Jenny Ely on Instagram Email us at lighterdarker@ilm.com Transcript https://www.ilm.com/transcripts/ep-005-ghostbusters-2-with-bill-george/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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006 - Ultraman: Rising with Shannon Tindle and Hayden Jones

Saison 1 · Épisode 6

mardi 12 novembre 2024 • Durée 52:07

Director Shannon Tindle (Kubo and the Two Strings, Lost Ollie) and VFX supervisor Hayden Jones join us to discuss the role of empathy in animation. We talk about Tindle’s latest film, Ultraman: Rising as well as the importance of collaboration and infusing personal experiences into characters and storytelling. Chapter Markers [00:00:00] Intro [00:03:20] Rejection Letters [00:11:25] Deleted Dreams [00:17:46] Empathy in Animation [00:45:52] The Martini [00:50:33] Outro Episode Links Shannon Tindle - IMDb Hayden Jones - IMDb Ultraman: Rising (2024) - IMDb THE HUMAN TARGET #1 | DC Lost Ollie (TV Mini Series 2022) - IMDb The Martini Shannon - Hollow Kingdom #1 - Kira Jane Buxton Hayden - Thames & Hudson USA - Book - Anime Architecture: Imagined Worlds and Endless Megacities Jenny - Luigi's Mansion 2 - HD Rob - Welcome to Wrexham (TV Series 2022– ) - IMDb Follow Us ilm.com | YouTube | Instagram | Threads | X | Facebook | LinkedIn Rob Bredow.com or on Instagram Todd Vaziri Jenny Ely on Instagram Email us at lighterdarker@ilm.com Transcript https://www.ilm.com/transcripts/ep-006-ultraman-rising-with-shannon-tindle-and-hayden-jones/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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008 - The Magic of Film with Dean Cundey

Saison 1 · Épisode 8

mardi 10 décembre 2024 • Durée 56:44

Join legendary cinematographer Dean Cundey (Apollo 13, The Mandalorian) on our final episode of 2024. From his early days collaborating with John Carpenter on horror classics like Halloween and The Thing to groundbreaking work on Jurassic Park and Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Cundey has shaped the visual landscape of cinema. Dean Cundey shares behind-the-scenes stories from the set and personal experiences breaking into the industry. Chapter Markers [00:00:00] Intro [00:02:00] Questions from the Mailbag [00:14:27] Rejection Letters [00:31:58] Making Magic On the Screen [00:50:15] The Martini [00:55:27] Outro Episode Links Dean Cundey - IMDb Roger Corman Howard Anderson Optical Printer - ILM San Francisco Studio Back to the Future Part 2 (5/12) Movie CLIP - The Future McFlys (1989) HD The Parent Trap (1961) - IMDb The Parent Trap (1998) - IMDb Ken Ralston - IMDb Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988) - IMDb The Martini Todd - Stitch Fix Jenny - Midnight Mass (TV Mini Series 2021) - IMDb Rob - Microsoft Flight Simulator Follow Us ilm.com | YouTube | Instagram | Threads | X | Facebook | LinkedIn Rob Bredow.com or on Instagram Todd Vaziri Jenny Ely on Instagram Email us at lighterdarker@ilm.com Transcript: https://www.ilm.com/transcripts/ep-008-the-magic-of-film-with-dean-cundey/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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007 - Glicked: Worldbuilding in Wicked and Gladiator II

Saison 1 · Épisode 7

mardi 26 novembre 2024 • Durée 01:00:01

This week, we delve into the world building techniques behind two of the year's most anticipated films: Gladiator II and Wicked. VFX Producer Ed Randolph (Gladiator II) and VFX Supervisor Anthony Smith (Wicked) give us behind-the-scenes stories of building these worlds and share insights into some of their favorite shots from their impressive careers. Chapter Markers [00:00:10] Intro [00:03:07] Questions from the Mailbag [00:17:42] One Final and One CBB [00:28:15] Worldbuilding in WIcked and Gladiator II [00:49:13] The Martini [00:58:30] Outro Episode Links Wicked (2024) - IMDb Gladiator II (2024) - IMDb Edward Randolph - IMDb Anthony Smith - IMDb Color Decision List Explained - Lowepost Ready Player One (2018) - IMDb Spectre (2015) - IMDb Gravity (2013) - IMDb Sherlock Holmes (2009) - IMDb The Martini Todd - The Wild Robot (2024) - IMDb Robot Dreams (2023) - IMDb Ed - Wicked: Tiny Desk Concert The Remarkable Life of Ibelin (2024) - IMDb Anthony - Old Masters Academy Jenny - A Smoky Mountain Christmas (TV Movie 1986) - IMDb A Smoky Mountain Christmas (1986 TV Movie, 2022 HD Circle TV Broadcast Edit) Rob - Clarkson's Farm (TV Series 2021– ) - IMDb Follow Us ilm.com | YouTube | Instagram | Threads | X | Facebook | LinkedIn Rob Bredow.com or on Instagram Todd Vaziri Jenny Ely on Instagram Email us at lighterdarker@ilm.com Transcript https://www.ilm.com/transcripts/ep-007-worldbuilding-in-wicked-and-gladiator-ii/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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010 - Shaping Characters for Tomorrow with Amy Beth Christenson

Saison 1 · Épisode 10

mardi 14 janvier 2025 • Durée 59:24

ILM Art Director Amy Beth Christenson (Transformers One, Star Wars Rebels) discusses the complexities and pure joy of working with established Star Wars and Transformers characters while introducing new elements for today’s audiences. Amy shares stories of adapting her portfolio to catch the attention of recruiters and highlights from her 25 years with Lucasfilm and ILM. Chapter Markers [00:00:00] Intro [00:02:06] Questions from the Mailbag [00:18:51] Rejection Letters [00:30:10] Shaping Characters for Tomorrow [00:49:59] The Martini [00:58:19] Outro Episode Links Amy Beth Christenson - IMDb Transformers One (2024) - IMDb Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Star Wars: Resistance (TV Series 2018–2020) - IMDb Joseph Christian Leyendecker | Artnet The Martini Todd - Apple Mac Mini Amy - BrickLink Studio Download [BrickLink] Jenny - Tobin's Spirit Guide by Magnoli Props Rob - Music by John Williams (2024) - IMDb Follow Us ilm.com | YouTube | Instagram | Threads | X | Facebook | LinkedIn Rob Bredow.com or on Instagram Todd Vaziri Jenny Ely on Instagram Email us at lighterdarker@ilm.com Transcript https://www.ilm.com/transcripts/010-shaping-characters-for-tomorrow-with-amy-beth-christenson/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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