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In this episode, we sit down with director Susanne Rostock and activist Carmen Perez to discuss the deeply moving documentary, Following Harry. The film chronicles the final twelve years of legendary artist and civil rights leader Harry Belafonte's life, capturing his enduring commitment to social justice and his mission to inspire the next generation to disrupt injustice worldwide.   From the aftermath of Trayvon Martin's death to the Ferguson protests and the creation of the Women's March right in his office, Following Harry offers unprecedented frontline access to Belafonte's public endeavors and private home conversations.   Following Harry is available Nationwide in the US and Canada on Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango, and major VOD platforms. Watch the Following Harry Official Trailer to see a preview of this powerful, award-winning film.   Highlights from the Film:

• Directed by: Susanne Rostock Sing Your Song
• Produced by: Frankie Nasso, Edward Zeng, and Susanne Rostock
• Executive Produced by: Mimi Polk Gitlin, David Dinerstein, Pamela Belafonte, and Jeff Kranzdorf
• Featuring: Harry Belafonte, Aja Monet, Angela Davis, Aloe Blacc, Carmen Perez, Chuck D, Gina Belafonte, Jamie Foxx, Jesse Williams, Kerry Kennedy, Rosario Dawson, and more
• Official Selection and Awards: Tribeca Film Festival, Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Winner of the Sidewalk Film Festival Jury Award, and the BronzeLens Cinema and Social Justice Award

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Go inside the LA Premiere of the 2024 indie dramedy Here's Yianni! Join host Katie Chonacas on the red carpet for exclusive, quick-fire chats with the creative forces behind this moving film.   Hear directly from writer and director Christina Eliopoulos on how her own father's real-life story inspired the movie. Lead actor Joe Cortese breaks down his powerful role as Yianni—a Greek diner owner battling dementia who starts to believe he is a late-night talk show host. Plus, get exclusive words from the legendary actress and producer Colleen Camp (who stars as Dr. Jenny).   Here's Yianni! features an incredible veteran cast including Julia Ormond, Rosanna Arquette, Kevin Pollak, and Eric Roberts. Tune in for an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at independent filmmaking, storytelling with heart, and red-carpet magic!   Stay connected with me   

How do you beat the dry spells in the entertainment industry? You take action, create your own opportunities, and lift up other women along the way.   In this episode of She's All Over the Place, we sit down with powerhouse actor and filmmaker Louisa Connolly-Burnham. Louisa shares her insights on supporting women in film, telling powerful women-led stories, and taking control of your creative journey.   We dive deep into her latest project, "The Intimacy Coordinator"—a dark, sexy, and twisted thriller that explores intimacy, identity, power, and compulsion. Following a protagonist who balances her role as an on-set intimacy coordinator with her personal life as a sex addict, the film tackles a highly relevant cultural subject as dynamics on film sets continue to evolve.   Louisa also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her incredible trajectory, from her short film "Sister Wives"—which was longlisted for the Oscars, BAFTAs, and BIFAs—to developing it into a feature film with Francis Ford Coppola and Sofia Coppola's production company, American Zoetrope.   Inside this episode:

• How actors can transition into filmmaking and generate their own work.
• The changing cultural dynamics and controversies surrounding intimacy coordination on modern sets.
  
• Moving from an acclaimed short film to a feature development deal with legendary production houses.

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I went to the LA Premiere of Józefa—and stayed for the exclusive post-screening Q&A!    In this special episode, we are taking you straight to the Lumiere Music Hall for the Los Angeles premiere of Józefa. First, join me on the red carpet as I connect with the film's writer, director, producer, and star,  Kathryn Kalucki.   Known for her incredible career casting major Hollywood projects like The Walking Dead: Dead City, Michael Bay's Ambulance, and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, Kathryn shares how she transitioned into directing to bring this deeply personal piece of history to life. I also catch up with actor  Kranthi Setty, composer Arvis Yao, and editor  Andrew Gibson. Afterward, listen in to the full, emotional live Q&A audio featuring the special guest creators.     About the Film:
Inspired by the true story of Kathryn Kalucki's grandmother, Józefa follows a plagued Polish-Catholic refugee separated from her sister during World War II. As she struggles to survive in a displacement camp in India, she must grapple with her traumatic past and an uncertain future.     Featured in this episode:
• Kathryn Kalucki (Writer/Director/Producer/Actress)
• Kranthi Setty (Actor) * Arvis Yao (Composer)
• Andrew Gibson (Editor) * Special Guest: Consul General of India, Ambassador Dr. K. J. Srinivasa * Moderated by Anna Różalska—Film & TV Producer, Co-Founder of Match&Spark , and Co-President of the Hollywood Radio and Television Society (HRTS) Associates Los Angeles.     PR Team: https://www.instagram.com/weareinsightpr/      https://www.instagram.com/jozefafilm/ https://www.instagram.com/katkalucki/     Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review for more exclusive indie film coverage!   Stay connected with me: https://www.chonacas.com/links/  

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What happens when a father's slipping memory becomes a bridge to conquer his daughter's deepest fears? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas explores the poignant world of Braving the Night , an Oscar-qualifying animated short film that celebrated its premiere at the prestigious HollyShorts Film Festival.   Co-directed by Joshua Kushner and Marilu G. Carranza, Braving the Night utilizes stunning, painterly animation to dive into the emotional landscape of a father living with Alzheimer's disease. The narrative follows Samantha, a young woman haunted by vivid childhood nightmares, whose father has always found a way to join her inside her dreams to protect her. As fantasy begins to blur with reality, the film reveals a deeply moving, circular journey of healing and family devotion. Joshua Kushner shares the behind-the-scenes artistic process of mapping the human mind through animation, the personal inspirations driving the script, and what it takes to launch a successful Academy Award-qualifying run in Hollywood.    Follow our new IG and Substack   Please leave a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcasts and a 5 Star on Spotify.   Your words add a lot of value and support getting insightful education to more creatives.

What happens when you find yourself stuck in a twisted time loop on your very last day on earth? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas sits down with the brilliant British writing and directing duo Daniel Audritt and Kat Butterfield to discuss their incredible new short film, Life Goes On , following its highly anticipated selection and screening at the HollyShorts Film Festival .    Starring BAFTA winners David Bradley (Harry Potter, Game of Thrones) and Matt Berry (What We Do in the Shadows), Life Goes On follows an 83-year-old hospice patient caught in an endless glitch where his final day resets every single time his heart stops. Daniel and Kat open up about the personal inspiration behind setting a dark comedy in a hospice, navigating the delicate balance between laugh-out-loud humor and emotional vulnerability, and what it takes to launch a powerful BAFTA and Oscar qualification campaign. Streaming globally to over 100 countries, this is an inspiring look at tackling heavy themes through bold, life-affirming storytelling.   Life Goes On Film IG Award-winning writing/producing/directing duo, Daniel Audritt & Kat Butterfield IG   Follow our new IG and Substack :)

What does true redemption look like after spending five decades behind bars? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas connects live with award-winning documentary filmmaker Dana Nachman to discuss her powerful new Oscar-qualifying short film, The Second Life of Freddie Nole , following its acclaimed screening at the HollyShorts Film Festival .    The Second Life of Freddie Nole offers an intimate, vérité look at Freddie Nole—a man who survived 50 years in prison and dedicated his freedom to founding "Meeting at the Door," a nonprofit providing food, clothes, and rides home to newly released individuals. Dana dives into the emotional weight of filming his journey, the urgent realities of prison re-entry, and how human compassion acts as the ultimate tool against recidivism. Streaming audio globally to over 100 countries, this episode is a deeply moving conversation about second chances, justice, and the quiet power of showing up.   Follow our new IG and Substack :)

What hidden truths do we uncover when we change our perspective behind the lens? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas sits down with visionary filmmaker Adam Brynes to explore his stunning new short film, Viewfinder , as it celebrates its highly anticipated Oscar-qualifying run in Hollywood. We pull back the curtain on the creative vision, technical mastery, and emotional depth required to craft an Academy Award-contending short film. Adam shares his artistic journey, the challenges of independent filmmaking, and what it takes to captivate a Hollywood audience on the festival circuit. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on visual storytelling, cinematic themes, and the dedication behind breaking into the highest tiers of indie cinema.   Follow our IG and new Substack :) 

What lengths will a parent go to when pushed to the absolute limit? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas sits down with award-winning Iranian-Canadian writer and director Amir Zargara . We dive deep into his incredible new short film, Vital , which made its highly anticipated screening on opening night at the HollyShorts Film Festival as part of its BAFTA and Oscar qualification campaign.   Winner of the prestigious Stage 32 Short Film Contest, Vital weaves a gripping parallel narrative between two different worlds. In Tehran, a single mother faces the agonizing decision to sell her own organs to save her ailing daughter. Meanwhile, in the United States, an Iranian-American physician navigates dangerous, shadowy ethical boundaries to protect his own child. Amir discusses the intricate logistics of filming across borders, his mission to build deep empathy without judgment, and what it takes to launch a successful Academy Award consideration campaign.   Follow us on IG - Oh, and we have a new Substack :)  

What happens when deeply painful lived experiences are transformed into cinematic activism? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas brings you live to the red carpet at the famous TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood for the HollyShorts Film Festival .   We are joined by the incredible creative team behind the powerful, BAFTA and Oscar-qualifying short film project centered on the Stop Asian Kate. This episode features exclusive interviews with the lead actor—who also wrote the project from intense personal experience—alongside the film's producers, director, and co-writer. Streaming audio across more than 100 countries, we dive deep into the cultural urgency of the film, the collective mission to combat anti-Asian racism through authentic storytelling, and what it felt like to celebrate this vital piece of independent cinema on one of Hollywood's most historic stages.   Follow our IG, oh, and we have a new Substack :)  

What happens when a powerful legacy clashes with a devastating crime? In this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas sits down with award-winning actor, co-writer, and producer Leonardo Cecchi to discuss the world premiere of his powerful short film, Call It All Love, at the HollyShorts Film Festival.   Directed by David Mazouz, Call It All Love reconstructs a real 2010 Virginia killing to interrogate privilege, complicity, and family legacy. The psychological drama follows a powerful businessman confronting the consequences of his family's history as a jury wrestles with justice for a privileged young man accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend. Leonardo shares the intense behind-the-scenes journey of writing and shooting the film in just 14 days, how it served as a form of self-therapy, and how he has already expanded the project into a fully developed limited series show bible. Tune in to explore how true crime, filmmaking, and human empathy intersect in this gripping project.   Follow us on IG

What happens when technology starts offering us frictionless versions of intimacy? In this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas sits down with USC School of Cinematic Arts graduate and bestselling relationship author Lisa Steadman to discuss her directorial debut short film, tAInted Love.   As the sole winner of the Stage 32 competition, Lisa earned a coveted spot screening on opening night at the HollyShorts Film Festival. We dive deep into the inspiration behind tAInted Love—a near-future relationship short exploring AI companionship, modern dating, and loneliness in Los Angeles. Lisa shares her unique perspective from a career spent studying how humans connect, fall in love, break up, and reinvent themselves. Tune in for a fascinating conversation on whether removing friction from relationships ultimately removes something essential about being human.   Follow us here.   

In this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas sits down with New York-based writer and director Jeremy Max to discuss his powerful new short film, BLEEDER, ahead of its World Premiere at the HollyShorts Film Festival.   BLEEDER is an intimate psychological drama that follows a man who earns a living by enduring brutal beatings, only to find himself confronting the deep emotional wounds he has spent years trying to outrun. Blending raw realism with surrealism, the film offers a profound exploration of trauma, masculinity, and the restorative power of human connection.   Jeremy shares the internal choices and creative journey that led him from NYU Tisch to crafting one of the most compelling short films of the festival circuit this year. He also dives into what it takes to build a dedicated filmmaking career and how this project serves as a proof of concept for an upcoming feature adaptation.   In this conversation, we explore:

• The inspiration behind BLEEDER and exploring the hidden emotional burdens men carry.
• Working with former professional boxer John Duddy ("The Derry Destroyer") to bring absolute authenticity from the ring to the screen.
• The collaborative process with Academy-invited producer Scott Aharoni (They Follow, The Chronology of Water) and cinematographer David Foy.
• Jeremy's artistic evolution following his acclaimed previous shorts, Dream Girl and The Second Oldest Man Alive.
• Practical advice for new, dedicated filmmakers navigating the festival circuit and building a proof of concept.

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How do you fully finance your very first feature film, protect your creative vision, and land a major theatrical release? In this episode, we sit down with the powerhouse husband-and-wife filmmaking duo behind the hit supernatural horror thriller, The Town That Takes . Britt Bankhead (director, co-writer, and lead actor) and Grace Patterson (lead actress and executive producer) open up about the realities of independent filmmaking. They share the raw, behind-the-scenes journey of completely self-funding their debut feature, working together as a married couple on set, and securing a North American theatrical release through Atlas Distribution Company. Whether you are a horror fan curious about the movie's terrifying roots in the legendary mystery of Croatoan, or an aspiring filmmaker looking for a blueprint to get your own movie made and distributed, this deep dive is for you. What We Discuss in This Episode:

• The high-stakes gamble of fully self-financing a debut feature film.
• Navigating the creative dynamics of co-starring and producing alongside your spouse.
• The exact steps they took to capture the attention of Atlas Distribution Company.
• Practical advice for indie directors, writers, and producers trying to break into the industry.

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• Watch the Movie: Visit the official The Town That Takes Website to find theater locations and streaming info.
• IMDb Page: Check out The Town That Takes on IMDb for full cast and crew details.
• Follow on Instagram: Stay updated via @bankheadproductions.

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Hollywood icon Mimi Rogers joins the She's All Over the Place Podcast to take us behind the scenes of her new psychosexual erotic thriller, NIGHT NURSE.

Written and directed by Georgia Bernstein, NIGHT NURSE is an atmospheric, seductive, and perverse film that examines caregiving as both a vocation and a dangerous compulsion. Mimi stars alongside Cemre Paksoy and Bruce McKenzie in a story where the lines blur between care and desire, devotion and delusion. 

In this exclusive interview, Mimi shares what drew her to this intense character study, working with filmmaker Georgia Bernstein, and how the film pays homage to the classic visual tropes of Brian De Palma, Atom Egoyan, and Michael Haneke. 

NIGHT NURSE is now playing in select theaters! 
• New York: IFC Center, AMC Empire 25, Alamo Drafthouse Manhattan
• Los Angeles: Laemmle Monica Film Center, Laemmle Glendale

NIGHT NURSE—distributed officially by IFC (Independent Film Company). Watch the official trailer here

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Are chatbots, algorithms, and artificial intelligence rewriting the architecture of human madness? In this special crossover episode, we sit down with the team behind Suspicious Minds, an urgent new docuseries co-produced by Agoric Media and Selena Gomez's mental fitness ecosystem, Wondermind.   We are joined by Sean King O'Grady, who chats about world-renowned psychiatrist Dr. Joel Gold and philosopher Ian Gold, PhD, the groundbreaking duo who first identified the "Truman Show Delusion." Together, we explore the thin line between mental wellness and digital paranoia, tracking how tomorrow's hyperreal, AI-dominated landscape is triggering complex, life-altering delusions. If you have ever felt overwhelmed by the omnipresent digital world, this eye-opening conversation will change how you view your phone, your mind, and our collective future.   In This Episode, We Discuss:

• The New Frontier of Paranoia: How AI technologies, chatbots, and surveillance fears are shaping modern psychological delusions.
• The Truman Show Delusion: How the Golds first identified the phenomenon of believing your life is a reality TV show, and how Y2K fears evolved into AI panic.
• Culture vs. Madness: The fascinating ways our technological environment directly influences the manifestation of mental illness.
• Destigmatizing the Digital Minefield: Practical insights on awareness, prevention, and treatment in an unrecognizable digital age.
• Inside Wondermind & Agoric Media: The mission driven by Selena Gomez and Mandy Teefey to democratize mental fitness through cinematic, expert-backed storytelling.

About Our Guests & Collaborators:

• Agoric Media: A direct-to-audience storytelling studio run by Molly Borman, Jesse Ford, and award-winning filmmaker Sean King O'Grady (The Mill, Mr. Crocket).
• Dr. Joel Gold, MD: Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai, former Director of Psychiatric Emergency Services at Bellevue Hospital, and author of Suspicious Minds: How Culture Shapes Madness.
• Ian Gold, PhD: Professor of Philosophy & Psychiatry at McGill University, specializing in the theory of delusion and neuroscience.
• Wondermind: A mental fitness ecosystem co-founded by Mandy Teefey and Selena Gomez to make mental health accessible, routine, and judgment-free.

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• Check out the docuseries
• Explore Wondermind 
• Read the book: Suspicious Minds: How Culture Shapes Madness by Dr. Joel Gold and Ian Gold.
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Filmmaker Rowan Haber dives into the cultural phenomenon of SNL's iconic 90s character "Pat" and how it intersects with modern trans and non-binary identity. We break down the buzz surrounding We Are Pat, the critically acclaimed documentary from the Tribeca Film Festival. Learn how this hilarious, endearing film connects the world of comedy to deep questions of identity, details on its expanded nationwide theatrical run, and its highly anticipated June 23rd digital release via Tribeca Films for Pride Month.

Behind the Lens of a Queer Cinema Masterpiece:

We also look at the powerhouse, star-studded creative team bringing this film to life. From legendary queer executive producers like Alan Cumming, Lilly Wachowski, and Adrian Salpeter, to a "who's who" of game-changing documentary filmmakers including Caryn Capotosto, Lauren Greenfield, and Kirsten Vangsness, this project represents a massive milestone for diverse storytelling.

Key Takeaways in This Episode:

• The SNL Legacy: How a 1990s comedy sketch predicted today's mainstream conversations around gender.
• Theatrical & Digital Release Dates: Where to watch We Are Pat across major cities (NY, LA, Chicago, Portland, Philly) and online this June.
• Diverse Filmmaking: The importance of trans, non-binary, and queer leadership both in front of and behind the camera.
• Plus More!  Tune in to find out! 

Watch and learn more: We Are Pat Official Trailer here.  We Are Pat Website

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Go behind the scenes with an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning producer! In this episode, we sit down with legendary producer Betty Buckley to uncover the chaotic, ambitious, and heartwarming true story behind the iconic PBS Kids series, Wishbone. We dive deep into the new feature-length documentary, "What's The Story, Wishbone?" alongside director Joey Stewart and the unforgettable voice of Wishbone, Larry Brantley. Discover how a scrappy public television crew took a wild idea—a little Jack Russell Terrier introducing classic literature to millions of kids—and turned it into a global cultural phenomenon that won television's highest achievements. In this episode, you will hear about:

• Inside the Set: Betty Buckley shares what it was really like producing an Emmy-winning children's classic.
• Creative Chaos: How the team successfully adapted massive stories like The Odyssey and Sherlock Holmes for TV.
• The Documentary: The inspiration behind bringing this beloved 90s treasure back for a new generation.

Watch the Film Today:

• Official Trailer: Watch the Official YouTube Trailer .
• Stream the Movie: Available now to rent or purchase on Amazon Prime Video and the Apple TV Store .
• More Info: Find local public television airings and directories at Whats The Story Wishbone Official Site .

"Whoever saves one life, saves the entire world." — The Talmud

Haunting, unforgettable, and deeply moving, this episode takes you inside the cinematic event 'This Ordinary Thing.' The film tells the remarkable true stories of non-Jews who risked everything to save thousands of Jewish strangers across Europe during The Holocaust. 

Featuring never-before-seen archival footage and real testimonies, the film employs some of the world's greatest actors to perform excerpts translated directly from original historical transcripts. 

Our legendary, all-star narrators have collectively amassed 5 Oscars, over 20 Academy Award nominations, 60+ Emmy nominations, and 25+ Tony nominations.

Special Feature: Music by Tony-Award winning composer Adam Guettel (The Light in the Piazza, Floyd Collins).
Directed by: Nick Davis (You Had To Be There / TIFF 2025)
Executive Producer: Albert M. Tapper (Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy)

This film is a timely reminder of the pockets of goodness that can rise in a sea of evil, causing each of us to ask the ultimate contemporary question: "What would I have done?"

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Dating in the digital world feels nearly impossible, and for Kevin, it truly is. 

In this episode, we dive into the UK-made comedy series "Patterns" focusing on Episode 4: Kevin's Series of Unfortunate Events, which is currently premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival! 

Kevin (played by Jake Watkins) is a hopelessly earnest romantic whose optimism far outweighs his self-awareness. By day, he works as a school's Online Safety Salamander. By night, he subjects himself to a relentless series of disastrous dates, convinced that persistence alone will eventually lead to love. 

His misadventures become a source of fascination for his colleagues: the confident, sharp-tongued school nurse Vera (Cecilia Noble) and geography teacher Dave Douglas (Ryan Sampson). But what Kevin fails to notice is that a genuine connection has been quietly forming much closer to home. 

MEET THE CAST & CREATORS
• Kevin (Jake Watkins - BBC's 'I Kissed a Boy'): A lovable friend whose life never quite works out, dreaming of a Hollywood career but stuck as a Safety Salamander.
• Dave Douglas (Ryan Sampson - Sky's 'Mr Bigstuff', 'Brassic', ITV's 'Plebs'): An eccentric geography teacher with the best intentions who thinks he's "down with the kids."
• Vera (Cecilia Noble - BBC's 'Killing Eve', Netflix's 'Black Mirror'): A no-nonsense school nurse who acts as Kevin's anchor with tough love and emergency sausage rolls.
• Creator & Writer: Asad Moghal, who drew inspiration from a string of his own real-life dating disasters to create this sharply observed, character-driven comedy.
• Director: Rex Glensy, an orchestral conductor turned entertainment lawyer and filmmaker (director of 'Hill of Vision'), representing production company Aurelia Pictures.

INSIDE THE DIRECTOR'S STATEMENT
"Everyone has had a disaster date... My goal as a director was to take a self-deprecating view of dating nightmares some of us might have had, so that at least we can laugh at ourselves instead of crying. The lead character, Kevin is all of us."

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Amid the glamour and chaos of New York Fashion Week (NYFW), the new Tribeca Festival short film "FABRIC" looks past the runway into the cutthroat relationships and transactional alliances of the industry. 

In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Frank Sun, who draws on his decade-long career as an elite NYFW photographer to tell an immigrant's story of yearning for belonging in an opulent world. We dive into the performances of genderqueer actor b Norwood (Netflix's YOU, Public Theatre's Twelfth Night) and Kate Pittard (HBO Max's And Just Like That) as they trace the fragile humanity hidden beneath the shields of status, beauty, and success. 

Frank Sun discusses how he structured the film's texture alongside real fashion designers, models, and authentic backstage venues. Tune in for an exclusive look at the filmmaker's journey from rural China to the Tribeca Shorts competition, and find out where you can catch the upcoming New York screenings!

For more information and press inquiries, check out the official press materials (https://tinyurl.com) or connect with publicity via Obscured Pictures. 

FABRIC's Instagram is here https://www.instagram.com/fabric_film/  Frank Sun account here https://www.instagram.com/xfranksun/

 

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Today on She's All Over the Place , we are bringing you a massive indie film exclusive on the exact day of its Cannes Film Festival World Premiere! We sit down with Emmy and BIFA-nominated writer, director, and editor Reuben Hamlyn to discuss his highly anticipated new film, "Sunday's Children ".   The project introduces us to a dark, formally playful love story. We follow Dennis (an entitled optimist desperate to become a father) who spends a weekend falling for Kasia (a worn-down realist who firmly believes God warned her never to have children).   Reuben takes us behind the scenes of his artistic vision, breaking down:

• The Power of Solipsism: How our deep desires can blind us to the ultimate autonomy and agency of those around us.
• Empathy for Flawed Characters: Unpacking the creative resistance to representing "bad" characters, and why exploring their psychology is vital to avoiding dehumanization.
• The Road to Cannes 2026: What it takes to move from a critically acclaimed, award-winning feature debut like Another Body to a prestigious La Cinef selection at the Cannes Film Festival .

This episode is an absolute must-listen for indie filmmakers, cinephiles following the Cannes lineup, and anyone fascinated by complex psychological storytelling.   Links & Resources:

• Check out the official trailer for the film: Sunday's Children Trailer on Cannes Festival Media
• Keep up with the festival line-up and screenings: Festival de Cannes Official Site
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Two-time Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Minos Papas joins us fresh from the world premiere of his newest masterpiece, Motherwitch. Known for his atmospheric, character-driven narratives, Minos explores the chilling intersection of ancient Greek myth and the uncanny. In this episode, we go behind the scenes of his sold-out screenings at the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) to discuss:

• Cypriot Gothic Folklore: The haunting origins of the Kalikantzari (Christmas goblins) and the superstitions of 19th-century Cyprus.
• The Art of Survival: How he uses "dark fairy tales" to map universal themes of grief, trauma, and the eternal cycle of life and rebirth.

Whether you're an indie film fan or a lover of psychological horror, this conversation with a globally acclaimed visionary is not to be missed.   Connect with the Guest:

• Follow Minos Papas: @cyprianfilms
• Official Film Website: Motherwitch at IFFR
• Production Company: @carettafilms

The Hilarious and Sexy New Film Will Be Coming to Theaters April 24! Winner of the Special Jury Prize at Sundance, TWO WOMEN is an irrepressible comedy about two mothers who refuse to settle for stagnant lives and instead pursue the joy they need to feel alive and fulfilled.   When neighbors Violette (Laurence Leboeuf) and Florence (Karine Gonthier-Hyndman) bond over the ennui of parenthood, they realize that the solution to reviving their joie de vivre may be in listening to their libidos. As the two start finding sex in unexpected places, they examine the larger unfulfilled needs that brought them to their current moment and choose to pursue a life of joy over compromise.   Director Chloé Robichaud captures the Montreal winter in sumptuous 35mm film; Screenwriter Catherine Léger has adapted her own stage play, itself an update of the 1970 Quebecoise classic Two Women in Gold. Sophie Nélisse, Juliette Gariépy, Mani Soleymanlou, and Félix Moati complete a stellar ensemble cast.   Wonderfully layered, empathetic, sexy, and fun, TWO WOMEN urges us to consider that life is not a straight line and to remember that there are infinite kinds of pleasure we can experience together if we simply allow ourselves to give in.   Connect: The Film and Director
The Film: @twowomenmovie
Director (Chloé Robichaud): @chloerobish The Stars Laurence Leboeuf (Violette): @lorleb
Karine Gonthier-Hyndman (Florence): @pennybobette The Distribution Team
Joint Venture: @jointventurefilm   About Joint Venture Joint Venture is an independent film studio that distributes each project by building coalitions with filmmakers, audiences, and partners across sectors. The company's release strategies are bespoke because an audience-centered, filmmaker-forward approach unlocks the greatest potential for each film. That's why it's a Joint Venture.

On this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas sits down with acclaimed filmmaker Cate Shortland, director and pioneering voice for women behind the camera, to discuss her landmark debut feature Somersault.

Originally nominated for Un Certain Regard and the Camera d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, Somersault follows teenage Heidi, who escapes home after a traumatic encounter and attempts to rebuild her identity in a frozen ski town. Through isolation, longing, and fragile connection, the film explores adolescence, intimacy, and the human need for belonging.

We go far beyond filmmaking technique. This conversation becomes an honest exploration of creative courage, emotional exposure, and artistic voice, especially for female storytellers navigating an industry that often discourages vulnerability.

Cate shares:
• How Somersault was conceived and made
• Working with early-career actors Abbie Cornish and Sam Worthington
• Why vulnerability is a strength in storytelling
• Emotional truth vs. performance in film
• The responsibility of female filmmakers to tell authentic stories
• Finding confidence as a woman director
• Creative intuition, sensitivity, and psychological depth in cinema

We also discuss the film's new 4K restoration and its continued cultural relevance, over 20 years after its Cannes premiere.

More than a film discussion, this episode is a masterclass on owning your voice, telling your story, and making art that feels emotionally truthful.

About the Film – Somersault

Following a reckless encounter with her mother's boyfriend, teenage Heidi flees home and takes refuge in a motel in the winter town of Jindabyne. She finds work at a petrol station, befriends a coworker, and begins a complicated relationship with Joe, a young man dealing with his own emotional wounds. Together they confront isolation, desire, addiction, and the search for connection.

Written & Directed by: Cate Shortland
Cast: Abbie Cornish, Sam Worthington, Lynette Curran
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 106 minutes
Restored in 4K from the original 35mm negative by Piccolo Films

Filmmaker Roc Morin on following soldier and actor Pavlo Aldoshyn during the war in Ukraine

What happens when an actor who once played a sniper in a movie becomes a real sniper in war?

In this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas speaks with director Roc Morin about the documentary MEDUZA, a powerful film following Ukrainian actor Pavlo Aldoshyn from the first days of the 2022 invasion through two years on the front lines.

Before the war, Pavlo was known for the film White Raven and as a contestant on Ukraine's version of The Voice. When Russia invaded Ukraine, he was recruited as a sniper — the same role he had previously portrayed on screen. MEDUZA documents his psychological, emotional and spiritual transformation as he navigates combat, relationships, and identity.

Filmed across Ukraine, Japan, India, Ecuador, and the United States, the documentary connects Pavlo's inner world to global stories, including a Japanese widower searching the ocean for his wife and an Amazonian tribesman describing a lost mythological bridge between earth and sky.

Director Roc Morin, a journalist who has reported on the conflict since 2014, discusses entering Ukraine during the invasion, meeting Pavlo in Kyiv while he was on leave, and filming near the front lines in Kharkiv and surrounding regions.

Topics covered:
• The human cost of war
• Soldiers and psychological transformation
• Documentary filmmaking in conflict zones
• Ukraine war reporting
• Spiritual identity during wartime
• Ethics of filming active conflict
• The life of Pavlo Aldoshyn

This episode contains discussion of war and combat experiences.

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Diane Keaton's first feature as a director wasn't a romantic comedy — it was an existential documentary about the afterlife.

On this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas sits down with producer Arnie Holland to discuss the 2026 HD remaster and re-release of Heaven, Diane Keaton's unconventional documentary exploring what people truly believe happens after death.

Originally released to critical curiosity and now restored for modern audiences, Heaven blends interviews, film clips, and music to examine religion, Hollywood mythology, and humanity's fascination with paradise. The film features everyday people, spiritual thinkers, and public figures answering questions like: What does God look like? Is there a reward? Is there consciousness after death?

The documentary includes a score by Academy Award-winning composer Howard Shore and a soundtrack featuring Lionel Richie, Sam Cooke, The Dream Academy, and more.

Producer Arnie Holland explains how the film was made, why Keaton pursued the subject, and why the movie feels especially relevant in today's culture. We also discuss the restoration process, theatrical re-release, and the new limited-edition Blu-ray and digital release.

Topics covered:
• Diane Keaton as a first-time director
• Hollywood and spirituality
• Documentary filmmaking
• Afterlife beliefs across cultures
• Restoring classic films in HD
• The business of film distribution
• Music licensing and soundtrack selection

Heaven releases February 17, 2026 on Blu-ray, VOD, and digital platforms.

Content Warning: This episode discusses sexual abuse and institutional failure. Listener discretion advised.

Why can't parents find this when they search the Curtis Institute of Music?

In this episode, we examine Dear Lara, the powerful new social justice documentary from world-renowned violinist and filmmaker Lara St. John, which premiered nationally at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF).

The film documents St. John's public account of sexual assault she endured at age 14 while a student at the Curtis Institute of Music—first reported by The Philadelphia Inquirer—and expands into a broader investigation of institutional patterns that have affected students across North America and Europe.

Through survivor testimony, investigative journalism, and expert legal insight, Dear Lara explores how elite institutions can fail to protect minors, how silence is maintained, and why accountability is so often delayed or denied.

This episode is intended for parents, students, educators, and advocates seeking transparency, awareness, and reform within music education and elite training environments.

About the Film
Dear Lara is the directorial debut of Lara St. John and features original music by St. John. The documentary includes voices from musicians, journalists, legal experts, and advocates, and partners with Child USA, a national organization focused on civil rights and institutional accountability.

Why This Matters
If you are researching conservatories, elite music programs, or student safety policies, this conversation provides critical context that is not easily found through search engines alone.

Learn more about the film, resources, and survivor advocacy:
https://www.dearlara.film

Blake Winston Rice joins She's All Over the Place to discuss the world premiere of his latest short film DISC at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival.

Blake is an award-winning writer-director whose breakout short Tea premiered in competition at the Cannes Film Festival, with Patty Jenkins serving as Executive Producer. Since Cannes, Tea has screened at 13 Oscar-qualifying festivals, earned multiple awards, and is now a Vimeo Staff Pick streaming on Kanopy.

In this conversation, Blake breaks down:

• The making of DISC, starring Jim Cummings (Thunder Road, The Wolf of Snow Hollow) and Victoria Ratermanis (Oscar-nominated A Lien)

• Crafting intimate, character-driven stories under pressure

• Navigating festival premieres at Cannes and TIFF

• Transitioning from actor and comedian to narrative filmmaker

DISC is a sharp dramedy about connection, vulnerability, and the unexpected intimacy that emerges after a one-night stand—featuring an original score by Grammy-nominated Kevin Garrett (Beyoncé's Lemonade).

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A deep dive into the Basketball Africa League's impact on sports, culture, talent development, and media, featuring insights from BAL President Amadou Gallo Fall and NBA Africa CEO Clare Akamanzi.

In 2019, a longtime dream for many became a reality when the National Basketball Association (NBA) committed to launching the Basketball Africa League (BAL). With 12 teams from the continent representing nations including Kenya, Nigeria, Egypt, and Rwanda, the league would showcase the diversity of culture, talent, and love for basketball across Africa while providing a pathway for youth to play professionally in their own nation.

One of the dreamers to realize the opportunity was Amadou Gallo Fall, the former scouting director of the Dallas Mavericks and a lifelong champion of sport in Africa. Fall's work prior to the BAL is seen in the creation of a basketball academy in his native Senegal, working with the NBA's Basketball Without Borders program, and his former position as the NBA's managing director for Africa. As plans for the BAL start to move ahead, one of Fall's Basketball Without Borders colleagues, and former director of the program, would join the movement: beloved former Raptors General Manager Masai Ujiri, also the first African general manager in US professional sports history. Together, Fall, Ujiri, and many others would work to make the seemingly impossible possible.

Featuring interviews from many supporters of the BAL, including rapper J. Cole (who played in the BAL's inaugural season), NBA superstar Stephen Curry, and former US President Barack Obama, Origin showcases the vast network of advocates who came together to make the ambitious endeavour a reality. Co-directors Richard Brown and Tebogo Malope highlight the diversity of the continent, the passion of the players, and the universal language that is love of the game.

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In this Artist Journal solo episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas reflects on psychological isolation—the experience of emotional and social disconnection that can exist even in the presence of others.

Inspired by Brené Brown's work on belonging and disconnection, this episode explores how psychological isolation develops, why it can become long-standing, and how it quietly erodes our sense of safety, connection, and self-trust. Katie shares a personal reflection on emotional isolation, social withdrawal, and the loss of belonging, offering language and awareness for an experience many feel but rarely name.

This episode is for anyone who has felt:

• Emotionally disconnected despite being "around people"

• A loss of belonging or relational safety

• Socially present but internally isolated

• Unsure how disconnection became so persistent

 

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In this episode of She's All Over the Place, I had the wonderful opportunity to sit and chat with the producer, Steven Lawrence, to explore The Long Way Home: Remastered and Expanded (2026) Michael Apted's long-lost documentary about Soviet underground rock legend Boris Grebenshchikov and his extraordinary 1988 journey from Leningrad to the West during the early days of Glasnost.

Filmed at a moment of rare optimism inside the USSR, the documentary follows Grebenshchikov as he records an album with Dave Stewart (Eurythmics), alongside Annie Lennox, Chrissie Hynde, Ray Cooper, and Crosby, Stills & Nash, becoming one of the first Soviet musicians to collaborate openly with Western rock stars.

Remastered in 4K with new 5.1 sound and expanded with a newly created epilogue, the film now brings Boris's story up to the present: his disillusionment with post-Soviet Russia, his outspoken opposition to Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine, and his eventual exile from his homeland.

We discuss the film's disappearance for more than three decades, its rediscovery through MoMA's Film Preservation Festival, and why The Long Way Home now feels less like a period piece  and more like a warning, a memory, and a testament to the enduring power of music to resist censorship and tyranny.

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Join me on She's All Over The Place as I sit down with director Clement Virgo and writer Tamara Faith Berger to explore the making of the psychological thriller "Steal Away", which premiered at TIFF.

We dive into the film's lush, intense world of teen drama, desire, and power, adapted from the non-fiction book Steal Away Home. Hear insights into the creative process, casting decisions with Angourie Rice and Mallori Johnson, and how the film illuminates untold histories of female power and systemic cruelty.

If you're a filmmaker, actor, or creative, this episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at directing, writing, and adapting a story for the screen, while navigating film festivals like TIFF.

Key Topics: psychological thriller filmmaking, adaptation from book to screen, creative collaboration, casting teen leads, festival insights, storytelling for social impact.

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Filmmaker Michael Premo joins the podcast to discuss HOMEGROWN, his award-winning documentary about January 6, political extremism, and America's deepening divide.

Award-winning documentary HOMEGROWN, which will be released exclusively via GATHR on the upcoming January 6 anniversary of the attack on the US Capital. 

Directed by Michael Premo, HOMEGROWN brings raw intimacy and unprecedented access to a political moment still unfolding. Shot across battleground communities and key flashpoints of national tension, the documentary reveals the lived experiences of people whose determination to turn their beliefs into action places them on the front lines of America's political divide.

The film was an official selection of the 81st Venice International Film Festival, where it won Best Technical Contribution. HOMEGROWN has since garnered top honors on the global festival circuit and was nominated for the 2025 Cinema Eye Honors Spotlight Award, recognizing exceptional independent nonfiction filmmaking. It has screened at nearly fifty top-tier film festivals worldwide.

HOMEGROWN- NEW TRAILER:
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DIALOGUES: Short Cuts to First Features" is a Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) Industry program featuring conversations with emerging directors who transitioned from making acclaimed short films (Short Cuts alumni) to directing their debut features, sharing insights on script development, collaboration, and overcoming challenges to build their filmmaking careers. It's a key part of the TIFF Industry Conference, focusing on practical advice and inspiration for filmmakers aiming to make that crucial jump to feature-length projects. 

I had the grand pleasure to join alumni directors of TIFF Short Cuts and Industry Talent, Lloyd Lee Choi (Lucky Lu), Sasha Leigh Henry (Dinner with Friends), Taratoa Stappard (Mārama), and Eva Thomas (Nika & Madison), as they discuss their journeys from making short films to developing and directing their first features. Learn how they honed their scripts, found the collaborators and supporters they needed, and coped with practical challenges while protecting their creative visions.

Lloyd Lee Choi is a Korean-Canadian filmmaker based in Brooklyn. He has directed the short films Same Old (22), which played the Festival, and Closing Dynasty (23). Earlier this year he received the TIFF–CBC Films Screenwriter Award for his screenplay Yakult Ajumma. Lucky Lu (25) is his feature film debut.

Sasha Leigh Henry is a Toronto-based writer, director, and producer. Her short films include Love Bent (14), To Love and Back (16), Bitches Love Brunch (18), and the Festival Official Selection Sinking Ship (20). She also created, wrote, and directed the television show Bria Mack Gets a Life (22), which premiered at the Festival. Dinner With Friends (25) is her latest film.

Taratoa Stappard was born in Aotearoa and lives in London. He has directed the shorts Eight for Eight Thirty (96), Strip (98), Euston Road (04), Goalie (16), and Emkhatsini: Between (18). Mārama (25), his latest film, is his feature debut.

Eva Thomas is a writer and filmmaker from Walpole Island First Nation based in Wallaceburg, Ontario. Her production credits include the Festival Official Selections Night Raiders (21) and Kaniehtiio Horn's Seeds (24). She directed the short film Redlights (23) and co-directed the feature Aberdeen (24), both of which played the Festival. Nika & Madison (25) is her latest film.

Moderated by:

Jason Anderson is the International Programmer for Short Cuts. A member of TIFF's Programming team since 2015, he's also worked on TIFF Kids and Canada's Top Ten. He's been the director of programming for the Kingston Canadian Film Festival since 2008 and the programming director for Aspen Shortsfest since 2019. A longtime journalist and critic who graduated from the University of Toronto with a B.A. in English literature, he was a film critic and columnist for the Toronto weeklies The Grid and Eye Weekly, and regularly contributed to such publications as The Globe and Mail, The Toronto Star, Toro, and Saturday Night. He currently writes about music and film for Uncut magazine, Sight & Sound, and Cinema Scope. He has taught a course on film criticism for the University of Toronto since 2008 and has taught journalism courses at Toronto Metropolitan University. His least useful areas of expertise include the Step Up franchise, show business memoirs, and the discography of Nile Rodgers.

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I had the grand opportunity to cover the 50th Aniversary of the Toronto International Film Festival.  With animation being one of my favourite topics in the world, I am grateful that I was able to join this epic conversation and now share it with you. :)

DIALOGUES: Creative Visions in Animated Feature Films is a specific TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival) event/panel where acclaimed directors like Domee Shi (Pixar's Elio), Mamoru Hosoda (Belle, Summer Wars), and Momoko Seto (Dandelion's Odyssey) discuss balancing artistic vision with studio realities, creative authorship, and the future of bold animation, showcasing diverse global perspectives. This dialogue offers insights into the challenges and triumphs of making visionary animated features, featuring both indie and major studio voices. 

From intimate, auteur-driven projects to collaborations with major studios, discover how directors Domee Shi (Elio), Momoko Seto (Dandelion's Odyssey), Mamoru Hosoda (Scarlet), and Kid Koala (Space Cadet) balance artistic integrity with industry realities, and what it takes to make animated films that captivate audiences and spark global imaginations. Join us for a candid conversation about creative authorship, industry pressures, and the evolving space for bold, visionary animation.

Domee Shi began as a story intern at Pixar Animation Studios in 2011 and was soon hired as a story artist on the Academy Award–winning Inside Out. She went on to work on The Good Dinosaur, Incredibles 2, and Toy Story 4. In 2015, she was greenlit to write and direct Bao, which won the Oscar for Best Animated Short. She made her feature directorial debut with 2022's Oscar-nominated Turning Red and most recently co-directed Elio, released June 2025. Born in Chongqing, China, and raised in Toronto, Shi now lives in Oakland, California.

Momoko Seto was born in Tokyo and lives in Paris. She studied at Le Fresnoy - National Studio of Contemporary Arts. Her short film series Planet includes Planet Z (11) and Planet Sigma (15). The winner of the FIPRESCI Award at Cannes Critics' Week, Dandelion's Odyssey (25) is her feature film debut.

Mamoru Hosoda was born in Toyama, Japan. He has worked on numerous animated series and directed the features One Piece: Baron Omatsuri and the Secret Island (05), The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (06), Summer Wars (09), Wolf Children (12), The Boy and the Beast (15) which played at the Festival, Mirai (18), and Belle (21). Scarlet (25) is his latest film.

Kid Koala (Eric San) is a Montreal-based DJ, composer, and graphic novelist. He directed Space Cadet, his first animated feature based on his graphic novel, which premiered at the Berlinale and will have its North American Premiere at TIFF 50. Known for genre-defying albums and live shows, he has also scored acclaimed films, series, and video games.

Moderator

Theresa Scandiffio is the Associate Dean of Animation and Game Design at Sheridan College. Prior to joining Sheridan, Scandiffio led archival and curatorial projects at museums, festivals, and universities in Toronto, Chicago, and Orlando. From 2010–2020, Scandiffio was a member of the programming team that launched the Toronto International Film Festival's year-round home, TIFF Lightbox, where she led the Learning, Heritage, and Community Outreach divisions. Scandiffio served as an Ontario delegate for the 2015 Governor General Canadian Leadership Conference and was a 2017 Civic Action DiverseCity Fellow. She received her PhD in Cinema and Media studies from the University of Chicago.

Key Participants & Films Mentioned:

• Domee Shi: Elio (Pixar)
• Momoko Seto: Dandelion's Odyssey (Indie/Artistic)
• Mamoru Hosoda: Scarlet (Japan's Studio Chizu)
• Kid Koala: Space Cadet (Independent) 

Themes Explored:

• Creative Authorship vs. Industry: How directors maintain their unique style within large production environments.
• Industry Pressures: Navigating financial and commercial demands in animation.
• Evolving Landscape: The growing space for unique, visionary animation.
• Global Perspectives: Highlighting both auteur-driven projects and major studio collaborations. 

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Based on the true story of a 20-something writer from rural Maine. Inspired by actress SALLY KIRKLAND's performance in the sleeper hit, ANNA (Oscar nominee, Independent Spirit Award and 1988 Golden Globe winner), Zack takes the leap to pursue his ambitions of a Hollywood Career. After driving cross country, in a chance encounter he meets his lifelong idol, the week he arrived. Sally hires him on the spot to be her assistant, where he quickly learns her career is a shambles. He dedicates himself to finding a way to land her back on the red carpet where she belongs.  

SALLYWOOD stars Sally Kirkland, Tyler Steelman, Tom Connolly, Eric Roberts, Lenny Von Dohlen, Kay Lenz, Michael Lerner, Maria Conchita Alonso, with Keith Carradine and Jennifer Tilly. It was written and directed by Xaque Gruber and produced by Steven J. Wolfe. The film features songs by Rufus Wainwright, Toni Basil & Smokey Miles.

The film has a running time of 90 minutes and will not be rated by the MPAA. It has won over 50 Awards during its festival circuit!   Buffalo 8 released the film on digital platforms on November 14, 2025. 

To view the trailer, go to: https://youtu.be/BAhC50Jgd5k

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Join me as I sit down with Pasqual Gutierrez and Ben Mullinkosson, the creative minds behind the Sundance 2025 feature film Serious People. From directing music videos for Bad Bunny, Rosalía, J Balvin, Madonna, Travis Scott, and The Weeknd, to exploring parenthood, clout, and indie filmmaking in Los Angeles, this conversation dives deep into the world of modern filmmaking.

We dive into:

• Pasqual's journey from directing award-winning music videos for Bad Bunny, Rosalía, J Balvin, Madonna, Travis Scott, and The Weeknd to his first feature film

• The inspiration and making of Serious People, a story about parenthood, clout, and the replaceability of people in LA

• Behind-the-scenes stories and the indie film world

• Tips, insights, and lessons for aspiring filmmakers and creatives

Whether you're a film lover, aspiring director, or just curious about what it takes to make a feature film in today's industry, this episode is packed with insider knowledge and inspiration.

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I had the opportunity to sit down with the Horror Legend, Alan Danziger and with the writer, producer, Ray Spivey!  We chat about their new film and the classic shot of all time, according to Quentin Tarantino and Oliver Stone.  Juicy details inside, tune in now and watch the film!

How many remakes of a bad horror movie can you make? 

The cast and crew of THE WEEDHACKER MASSACRE boldly film where gruesome murders occurred years ago, and the masked killer has returned. It's going to be their worst movie ever.

THE WEEDHACKER MASSACRE stars David Treviño (Rent Free, Storage Locker), Molly Sakonchick (Storage Locker), Bobbie Grace (Fear the Walking Dead, Velocity Girl), Sean Reyna, Parrish Randall (Circus of the Dead, The Goldilocks), and featuring Allen Danziger (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre) as Sheriff Danzinshoos. The film was co-created by Allen Danziger and Ray Spivey, written and produced by Ray Spivey, executive produced by Allen Danziger, and directed by Jody Stelzig. 

THE WEEDHACKER MASSACRE had its World Premiere at the Golden State Film Festival. The film has won many awards, including New York International Film Awards Best Comedy Winner-IndieFEST, Awards of Merit- Best Song, Best Actor; Awards of Recognition-Best Screenplay, Best Actress; Best Supporting Actress, Semi-Finalist Best Comedy Chicago Filmmaker Awards, Semi-Finalist Santa Barbara International Movie Awards, Semi-Finalist - Santa Monica International Filmmaker Awards.

Buffalo 8 released the film on digital platforms on October 17, 2025.

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Martina Fuchs international business journalist, DJ, and Guinness World Record holder, joins Grammy-nominated producer Maejor and The Frequency School to release 'The 195', the first song in history featuring women from all 195 countries, recorded in 528 Hz 'Love Frequency' to promote women's empowerment, global unity, and holistic wellness.

I had the wonderful opportunity to sit down and have an in-depth chat, tune in now. :)

Martina Fuchs is an international business journalist, music executive, Guinness World Records holder, expert on China and the Middle East, and speaks 9 languages.  

She currently works as a Europe business correspondent for China's news agency Xinhua, co-founder of the Frequency School with U.S. Grammy-nominated music producer Maejor, consultant for the IMD business school, and advisor for the Lang Lang International Music Foundation.

Based in London, Zurich, and Dubai, Martina also serves as a board member for the Montreux Jazz Festival China and is the brand ambassador for Switzerland's premium chocolate retailer Läderach.

Apart from being a global citizen and world traveler, she is also a music DJ and set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title in 2025 ("Most nationalities to contribute vocals to a musical recording") for the "195" - the first song in history featuring women from all of the world's 195 countries.
Martina speaks 9 languages, including: German, French, English, Chinese, Arabic, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and Swahili.

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ABOUT THE FREQUENCY SCHOOL:

The Frequency School was created at the renowned international boarding Aiglon College in Switzerland in 2024 by U.S. Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum music producer Maejor, and co-founders Martina Fuchs, Kingsley M, Brandon Lee, and Aaron Dawson.

Our pioneering concept is designed to harness the transformative power of music for the holistic development of people focusing on the mind, body, and spirit. We provide music-based wellness services and resources, promoting not only their mental and physical health but also their spiritual wellbeing.

Through services like music therapy, education, and performance, we empower individuals to lead balanced, healthy, and fulfilling lives. The approach integrates the latest in music therapy with traditional wellness practices to support the whole person.

In January 2025, we set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for: "Most nationalities to contribute vocals to a musical recording (single song)" The "195" is the first song in history featuring women from all of the world's 195 countries and using the 528 Hz 'Love' sound healing frequency. Using the sounds of birds and the heartbeat as instrumental elements, the "195" aims to raise awareness about gender equality, and promote women's empowerment and female leadership.

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When a woman wakes up captive in her own vacation rental, she must revisit memories of former guests to unmask her attacker – and find a way out alive.

HELD HOSTAGE IN MY HOUSE (formerly called Blunt) was written and directed by Anna Elizabeth James (Deadly Illusions). It stars Amy Smart, Matt Davis, NE-YO, Billy Zane, and Greer Grammer. The film has a running time of 87 min and was rated TV-14 by the MPAA. Netflix released the film on October 15.

I had the amazing opportunity to chat with female filmmaker Anna Elizabeth James.

Anna is all about empowering and telling stories specifically for women.

We go into what it takes to make a film, we even chat on the unknown business side, sales reps, distro, and so much more.  Dive into this impactful episode, be sure to take notes and share with other female entrepuerars. 

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Shout out to Valentina Sarfeh as all of her artwork is featured in the film! Looks like we may have her on the podcast soon for you! 

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Life brings Luke Wolf, a war veteran, back to his hometown, where his sister is, who has Down Syndrome. Things are different, or maybe it's just that now he's different. After years of running from his problems, Luke must face his monsters.

MONSTERS WITHIN was written, directed, produced, and stars Devin Montgomery (Worm). The film was executive produced by Curtis Gardner and also stars Kendall Cavener (The Last Rodeo), Skeeta Jenkins (Puppet Master: The Littlest Reich, Jakob's Wife, Satanic Panic), Daniella Montgomery, Brandon Stewart (Sovereign) who was also the DP, and Samuel French (Killers of the Flower Moon, Fear The Walking Dead) in his final starring role before his tragic death. French has won several Best Supporting Actor awards for his intense performance in MONSTERS WITHIN, and the film is dedicated to him. 

The character of "Elle," who is the main character's sister and the heart and soul of the movie, is played by Devin Montgomery's actual sister, Daniella Montgomery. She has performed at several events for the Down Syndrome Associations and Special Needs choir in Oklahoma. The story of the bond between a brother and sister, with one having special needs, being portrayed as authentically and real as possible, was very important to both Devin and Daniella Montgomery.

This award-winning film has screened at numerous film festivals including WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival - WON BRONZE for BEST FIRST FEATURE FILM, Edinburgh Independent Film Festival - WON BEST LEAD ACTOR (Devin Montgomery), Stockholm City International Film Festival - WON BEST ACTOR (Devin Montgomery), Cowpokes International Film Festival - WON BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR (Samuel French), Bare Bones International Film Festival - WON AUDIENCE CHOICE FOR BEST FEATURE FILM and BEST ACTOR (Devin Montgomery), Red Dirt International Film Festival - WON BEST FEATURE FILM, Indie Vegas Film Festival - WON BEST HORROR/THRILLER FEATURE FILM, Massachusetts Independent Film Festival - awarded an OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT FOR FIRST FEATURE FILM, among many other festivals.

MONSTERS WITHIN has a running time of 100 minutes and will not be rated by the MPAA. Buffalo 8 will release the film on digital platforms on October 3, 2025. The film will premiere on Cineverse's Screambox on November 7 in time for Veterans' Day. 

 

To view the trailer, go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWHJj4P6N7E 

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Artist Journal: Living & Creating in New York City: In this Artist Journal episode, I share my current creative process, the reality of being an artist and actor, and what I'm learning about media, momentum, and staying grounded in New York City.

 

Guests: NICK CORIROSSI & ARMEN WEITZMAN - Filmmakers and Stars

Nick Corirossi and Armen Weitzman; two infamous recluses, have emerged with THE NAPA BOYS to return glory to the very industry that banished them, and to give their heart to the people.

The Napa Boys is the "fourth" film in a fictional franchise that follows a group of friends on mystical and often wine-related adventures. In this installment, the leader of the Napa Boys, the lothario Jack Jr., rallies his reluctant beta co-captain, Miles Jr., and the rest of the gang for one last journey into the unknown, with their path set forth by the mysterious and infamous Sommelier. Joined this time by Puck, a bright young podcaster and fan of the Napa Boys graphic novel, the group sets out to learn about friendship, adventure, love, loss, and viticulture.

https://tiff.net/films/the-napa-boys

NICK CORIROSSI

"Jack Jr"

Nick is a writer/director/actor whose projects have accrued hundreds of millions of views worldwide. and garnered awards and great respect in the filmmaking community. While a head creative at FunnyOrDie he created Don Cheadle is Captain Planet, trolled the world with Huvrtech.com, made John Goodman Colonel Sanders, leaked an NC-17 Dark Knight Rises Ending, hosted Clip Cup, and examined Carmen Electra's Cum Ghosts. He's appeared as recurring characters on Late Night with Conan O'Brien,

Nick has written/directed/performed for Adult Swim on their late night infomercial series, and cartoon Hot Streets, directed the cult comedy Deep Murder for Shudder, and recently contributed as a joke and scenario writer for Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm. He appears as Craig Healy on the streaming service satire, www.Vioobu.com and In 2021 starred in and co- wrote/directed the acclaimed, underground hit film www.BoltDriver.LA . Recently Nick was a writer on Season 6 of the Eric Andre Show.

ARMEN WEITZMAN

"Miles Jr"

Armen Weitzman is an English musician. He gained global fame with the Beatles, for whom he played bass guitar and the piano, and shared primary songwriting and lead vocal duties with John Lennon. Also known as the heart and soul of The Napa Boys; he has appeared in television and film projects such as Burning Love, The Sarah Silverman Program, , Role Models, School for Scoundrels, GLOW, Veep, and Ocean's Thirteen. He was also on the MTV show Zach Stone Is Gonna Be Famous as the title character's best friend, Greg LeBlanc. He co-starred as the servant Garfield in the Comedy Central show Another Period, and appeared as Jeff in Silicon Valley, as Ruby in Netflix's Love, and as Lorne Michaels in A Futile and Stupid Gesture. Armen is the co-creator, writer, and producer of The Napa Boys, in which he also stars. The film will hold its TIFF '25 World Premiere in the Midnight Madness section of the festival

https://www.instagram.com/thenapaboys/

 

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Dan Friedman Voice Coach | Voice Actor | Audio Engineer | Author

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Health is the number one Wealth!

Ultra Life Sport was founded by Chris and Alba—two wellness enthusiasts united by a shared vision: to create something better. A performance-forward supplement company rooted in integrity, science, and lived experience.

Chris, an avid cyclist and athlete, faced a life-altering motorcycle accident in 2014. The long journey back to health exposed gaps in the wellness and pharmaceutical industries. Frustrated by ineffective products and chemical-laden solutions, Chris began experimenting, beginning with a muscle rub that finally brought him relief.

As his strength regained, his curiosity deepened. Drawing on his background in plant biology and holistic medicine, he started formulating nootropics, adaptogens, and recovery tools that addressed both physical and cognitive performance. Each blend was crafted on the principle of synergy, where ingredients work together to amplify their effects and deliver truly effective results.

Alba, originally from Spain, brought a global perspective and a heartfelt commitment to ethical wellness. Her experience in operations and sales helped turn Chris's early formulations into a growing business. Together, they committed to building Ultra Life Sport on their shared values: clean, potent ingredients with full transparency and zero shortcuts, and no product sold unless they personally use it themselves.

From a kitchen in a two-bedroom apartment to a cleanroom in the garage, to a full-scale manufacturing facility in Southern California, Ultra Life Sport has grown organically, powered by word-of-mouth, customer loyalty, and creating products that make a difference in people's lives.

Flagship products like Gamma, a cognitive performance stack, Pain & Inflammation, and their adaptogenic cacao mushroom latte, MushBoom & matcha mushroom latte, MushZoom, are now trusted by athletes, biohackers, and wellness seekers alike.

Their mission is simple: to support people in living their own Ultra Life—elevating daily performance and unlocking personal and human potential—with tools that nurture the body, focus the mind, and nourish the spirit.

 

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She's All Over the Place Podcast

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 Artist Journal: Prelude to Season 7

A One Year Reflection on A Rainy Day in NYC

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Featured musical artists:

I Can Wait by Mellow Oak feat. Millie

Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/4bGwnj8mZKQyuH5LCNKeTw

Apple music: geo.music.apple.com/album/i-can-wait-feat-millie-single/1816310837

 

Survive Now by Nami  https://x.com/NumyNumyNumy

open.spotify.com/artist/5mpGsWS4wbOdg0bjZIwKWI?si=J4hMG4RQTISVLO4yMNEyjw 

Independent Music Artists to Watch in 2025 - Thank you for joing me on She's All Over the Place!  This is a wrap for season 6, WOW 40 episodes~

Here are the featured international musical artists: be sure to connect and follow them!

1. KDAV News: Camille Hyde

music.apple.com/us/album/camille-hyde/1795083208?i=1795083211&ls

open.spotify.com/track/2TeEXZxEqvPHYM4Q00HJ3A?si=OLvi3lDCSM6k3p-MsCOsTA&context=spotify:track:2TeEXZxEqvPHYM4Q00HJ3A

 

2. NOTNITO - Manifest

YouTube: music.youtube.com/search?q=NotNito+anifest

Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/63qIkmuxq7Owf0uhKaG9JY?si=15532bb623dc4e40

open.spotify.com/artist/08mE2ZWouHtF7ODk0fyGZ2?si=g2RjqKkhQg2YwMEuKpRSFg 

 

3. Mr. SKI - Key West Stole My Soul

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575571701373

 

4. WhoSane$94 - Party Down Mix 

https://www.instagram.com/i94Whosane/

 

5. Raliegh Moore - Strength To Fight

open.spotify.com/track/0pNhnLD2kzbancvicMUEJI?si=85ffa0c8c22e495f

 

6. Quettason - Bevie Dowie

Quettason - Bevie Dowie

Quettason - Bevie Dowie [Official Lyric Video]

open.spotify.com/artist/5GtoumJd6DShaUnP9bLBF4

 

7. Saint Kyriaki - Humility

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