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Podcast IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit

IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit

Chris O'Falt

Tv & Film

Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 458

Hosting podcast Megaphone
Interviews with leading film and TV creators about their process and craft. From screenwriting to film language to cinematography, we'll be examining the innovative ways today's best filmmakers are getting their visions out into the world.
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    10/06/2026
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    09/03/2026
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    #75

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    #90

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    19/01/2026
    #52

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'A Different Man' Director Aaron Schimberg

Episode 311

jeudi 3 octobre 2024 • Duration 01:04:15

Director Aaron Schimberg takes us under the hood of his fascinating new film, which follows Sebastian Stan as a man with a condition that causes tumors to grow in the skin of his face. The story takes us through black comedy, thriller, and explores the streets of New York in an honest, gritty way we haven't seen since the films of the 70s. And Aaron opened up about his personal relationship to the story and actor Adam Pearson, who has the condition in real life. Around 48:00 we ask Aaron about his screening series at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, and he breaks down how each film inspired "A Different Man." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Industry' Creators Konrad Kay and Mickey Down

Episode 310

lundi 30 septembre 2024 • Duration 39:14

The creators of the hit HBO series join Chris O'Falt on Toolkit to discuss the season finale. They get surprisingly candid about the ways they needed to improve as writers and show runners after the first two seasons, and dive into the many choices that made season three a titanic leap forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Strange Darling' Director JT Mollner

Episode 301

vendredi 23 août 2024 • Duration 44:52

Today we’re joined by writer-director JT Mollner, here to talk about his audacious new thriller STRANGE DARLING - which IndieWire has called “the best horror film in years.” JT talks about finding an unusual structure for his tale, working with first-time feature cinematographer Giovanni Ribisi, and why shooting on 35mm film should remain a priority. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Barry: Season 4' Director Bill Hader

Episode 212

lundi 15 mai 2023 • Duration 36:20

As his hit show enters its final season on HBO, Bill Hader returns to Toolkit to break down his newest, weirdest ideas from the director's chair. As director for every episode this season, Hader's control over the artistic vision of the show has never been stronger, which comes with even more pressure and expectations. Hear how he found ways to improve on his previous work on the series, and what he hopes the future holds for Bill Hader, movie director. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep Dive: 'George & Tammy'

Episode 211

jeudi 11 mai 2023 • Duration 20:45

The cast and filmmakers behind Showtime’s “George & Tammy” break down the creative choices that went into bringing two country music legends to life. Jessica Chastain, Michael Shannon and others discuss the decision to record all the musical performances live, explaining how it was accomplished and why it was crucial to telling the stories of these icons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.' Director Kelly Fremon Craig

Episode 210

lundi 1 mai 2023 • Duration 31:43

For her adaptation of a beloved novel, the 'Edge of Seventeen' director understood a gentle hand was needed when approaching the nostalgia around this story. Kelly explains how she applied that gentle touch to period detail, as well as how she captured a truly authentic sense of childhood awkwardness. From the writing process to the edit room, Kelly shares many fascinating insights into this fantastic and much anticipated film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Beau Is Afraid' Director Ari Aster

Episode 209

jeudi 27 avril 2023 • Duration 25:08

One of the preeminent American horror auteurs is back with his third feature, and for the director of Hereditary and Midsommar, it's no small thing to say this is his most ambitious film to date. Hear Aster discuss how he leveled up his craft, convinced Joaquin Phoenix to trust him, and stepped beyond the horror genre to encompass the bizarre totality of Beau's mind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Perry Mason: Season 2' Showrunner Michael Begler

Episode 208

mardi 25 avril 2023 • Duration 28:51

The co-creator of The Knick joins us to talk about stepping onto Perry Mason as a showrunner for Season 2. Hear how he achieved the team's ambitious goals to expand the scope of the story, deepen the already fantastic characters, and craft a beguiling mystery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'House of 1000 Corpses' Director Rob Zombie

Episode 207

mardi 11 avril 2023 • Duration 29:49

With this horror classic getting a 20 year anniversary Blu-Ray release this year, we sat down with Rob Zombie to reflect on the making and impact of his debut film. He recalls wild stories from getting the movie made, and opens up about his journey since then finding his artistic voice within the industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Doom Generation' Director Gregg Araki

Episode 206

lundi 3 avril 2023 • Duration 32:31

"I just want those old version to die forever," director Gregg Araki told us during our discussion of the release of the long awaited restoration. Twenty eight years since the film was last properly seen at its Sundance debut, hear Araki unpack his long emotional journey with the film, and what it took for this restoration to bring his original vision back to the big screen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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