Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and Directing – Details, episodes & analysis

What does cinematic mean to you? Carlyn Hudson https://www.carlynhudson.com/ joins Matt and Oren fresh off completing her latest short, "Waffle".

Is cinematic just a slick look? Is it about lighting? Or is it whatever Midjourney gives you when you ask for a cinematic style? It's always a party when these three are together, with lively discussion, interesting perspectives, and free thrown punches. And our partners in banter spar over all the different layers that make cinematic more than any one thing. And how it's different, arguably different, for different people!

It all opens into a side discussion about this summer's movies: Jurassic Park, F1, and of course Danny Boyle's "28 Years Later". What do you think about its "Trainspotting" look, jaw-dropping $75 million (no kidding) budget, and how Instagram is shaping believability. You won't want to miss this fun and thoughtful episode!

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Matt's Endorsement: Pocket Dispo Lens https://pocketdispo.com/ for your DSLR or mirrorless camera.

Oren's Endorsement: The Nintendo Switch 2, because it's fun without the addiction. Especially "Mario Odyssey". Toiletry bags with 2 zippers that double as your shower caddy. 

Carlyn's Endorsement: Support the Kerr County (Texas) Flood Relief Fund https://cftexashillcountry.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=4201

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Matt’s back from the Chattanooga Film Festival, and Oren just wrapped a whirlwind gig in Thailand. Jet lag not included. Yay!!! This week, they unpack the age-old question: is it still essential to live in L.A.? Is the cost of living worth it? And what does long-term career sustainability actually look like?

It’s an episode about experimentation and pushing boundaries. Matt tested the waters by bringing his kid to a low-key film festival. Before actually trying to juggle parenting, pitching a film, and festival revelry till the sunrises. Meanwhile, Oren pitched against some heavy-hitters to prove he’s ready to play at the next level. Oh, and a producer found Matt because - wait for it - ChatGPT said he was the perfect director for their commercial!!

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Matt's Endorsement: Make playlists on Spotify related to screenplays and scripts you're writing.

Oren's Endorsement: PatchTagger for saving videos by adding tags https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/patchtagger-save-videos-b/aehpdnmfpeagdgjlhehfgmgnkkpnmdof

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Jody McVeigh-Schultz shares his journey from editor to director of Amazon’s *Spy High*. Matt and Oren quiz Jody on exactly what made him the right fit for the job. And they delve into the techniques he uses to uncover hidden stories in footage directors might overlook.  

Jody also opens up about landing an agent—and what he wishes he had done differently looking back.  

You can find Jody on Instagram @jodymcvs and see his work at https://jodyms.com

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Matt's Endorsement: The movie "Scanners" https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0081455 now available at https://www.criterion.com/

Oren's Endorsement: https://pika.art AI tool that lets you manipulate a character (or object) in your videos while keeping the rest perfectly intact. Like making a stuffed animal dance.

Jody's Endorsement: Bring the wheels for your tripod. The Netflix show "Baby Reindeer" https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13649112/, not to be confused with the movie "Lamb".

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This week, Matt & Oren test out a new segment: Hustles and Struggles!

Matt's Endorsement: CGY

Oren's Endorsement: Soundly

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Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos.

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In this week's episode, Matt & Oren chat with Bonnie & Allison, the Bonabart directing duo!

Matt's Endorsement: Elevenlabs.io, Adobe Podcast, & Chris Blattman's Professional Advice

Oren's Endorsement:

Bonabart's Endorsement: Matcha Lattes, Being A Boulder Pusher, Come As You Are, & Catch Air

Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.

Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.

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Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.

Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojy

See who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPod

Music was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.

Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos.

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AAA!! Matt & Oren are feeling overwhelmed! This week, they chat about that universal feeling and how they're working through it.

Matt's Endorsement: The Bear S2 & Love Island

Oren's Endorsement: Kill Fees, Eye Masks, & iPhone Chargers

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See who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPod

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Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos.

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Kestrin is back! This week, Matt & Oren discuss her new movie 'Pretty Problems', how to talk to celebrities, and "showing up".

Matt's Endorsement: Cowboy Pool

Oren's Endorsement: Travel Health Insurance & Coffee Power Naps

Kestrin's Endorsement: Delegating & Picking One Airline

Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.

Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.

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Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.

Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojy

See who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPod

Music was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.

Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos.

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In this week's episode, editor Noah is back! Matt & Oren dive in on post-production for Noah's first indie feature and the 3 big lessons he took away from it all.

Matt's Endorsement: NYT Dad Canon Article

Oren's Endorsement: Low Power Mode

Noah's Endorsement: MoviesBrand and GR Film Society

(Photo by Jordan Skutar)

Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.

Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.

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Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojy

See who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPod

Music was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.

Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos.

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While Oren is flying away on vacation, Matt, and special guest Roxy Shih, dish out some advice on how to deal with turbulent productions!

Matt's Endorsement: Vintage Sci-Fi Art on IG

Roxy's Endorsement: Past Lives

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See who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPod

Music was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.

Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos.

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All filmmakers understand what it's like to experience burnout, and in this week's episode, Matt & Oren talk about their experiences with it and give some nuggets of advice.

Matt's Endorsement: Paper Moon

Oren's Endorsement: Fiscal Responsibility

Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.

Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.

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Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.

Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojy

See who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPod

Music was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.

Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos.

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