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This is a Secret Sauce edition of Pizza Film School, a project-focused deep dive into the making of an AGBO release.

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Go behind the scenes of The Bluff with the filmmakers who built it from concept to final cut. AGBO's Angela Russo-Otstot and Michael Disco sit down with director Frank E. Flowers, and co-writer Joe Ballarini for a craft-focused conversation on making The Bluff.

Starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Karl Urban, The Bluff is an action-packed pirate epic set in the Cayman Islands, inspired by Flowers' personal connection to the region. The team explores how the idea evolved from concept to screenplay to production, unpacking the collaboration, world-building, and creative decisions that shaped the final film.

ABOUT SECRET SAUCE

Secret Sauce is a subseries of Pizza Film School that focuses on the making of a single AGBO film or TV series. Hosted by AGBO's creative leadership, each episode explores development, production, and post with the filmmaking teams, offering a practical masterclass on how a project comes to life.

ABOUT THE SHOW

Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production

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00:00:22 - The Bluff: A Grounded 19th Century Pirate Story

00:02:05 - The Origin of The Bluff

00:03:53 - Pirates Week in the Cayman Islands

00:05:23 - First Read of The Bluff at AGBO

00:06:12 - Partnering with Cinestar & Zoe Saldana

00:07:47 - The Zoom Pitch That Sold The Bluff

00:10:05 - The Home Invasion Turn: Blending Western, Horror & Pirate Genres

00:11:11 - Protecting the Vision & Getting the Film Made

00:14:28 - Creative Decisions & Authenticity in The Bluff

00:15:06 - Writing in the Cayman Islands & Archival Research

00:18:18 - Cultural Representation & Casting Authenticity

00:19:13 - Using Virtual Production to Prep The Bluff

00:23:47 - Production Design & Importing Sand for Authenticity

00:25:39 - Shooting Challenges: Weather, Islands & Blessings

00:28:39 - Family on Set & Multilingual Pirate Performances

00:32:15 - Post-Production: Editing, Pace & No Reshoots

00:35:54 - Why Writers & Editors Belong on Set

00:37:00 - What The Bluff Means to the Filmmakers

Acclaimed composer Henry Jackman (Captain America: Civil War, The Gray Man, Cherry) joins Anthony and Joe Russo for an in-depth exploration of cinematic scoring. From early classical training to cutting-edge electronic textures, Jackman breaks down how theme, tone, and story intersect in film music.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

00:10 - Welcome Henry Jackman to Pizza Film School
01:45 - How Henry Got Into Music as a Child
02:49 - Life at St. Paul's Cathedral Choir School
06:55 - From Classical Training to Rave Culture
08:51 - How Drum & Bass Changed Henry's Musical Perspective
11:04 - The Blend of Classical and Electronic in Winter Soldier
13:05 - Scoring the Winter Soldier: Creative Risks & Storytelling
17:17 - Getting Discovered by Hans Zimmer
20:28 - Film Music Is Storytelling, Not Just Music
22:29 - How Cherry Was Scored with a Suite
25:30 - The Power of Music Over Dialogue in Film
27:00 - Cherry's Final Scene: Emotion Without Words
29:37 - Writing the 10-Minute Cherry Suite
32:12 - Scoring as a Foundation for Storytelling
35:54 - Scoring the Civil War Airport Battle Scene
38:49 - Why the Music Slows Down at the Moment of Impact
40:00 - Underscoring Heroic Moments in Marvel
41:06 - The Misdirection in Civil War's Nanosuit Scene
43:00 - Musical Heroism: From Strauss to John Williams
45:19 - Why Fantasy Lets You Embrace Earnestness
46:32 - Small Bites: Henry's Quickfire Answers
47:05 - Music Henry Wishes He Could Hear for the First Time
50:39 - Henry's Go-To Karaoke Song
50:53 - Henry's Favorite Piece of Music

PIZZA FILM SCHOOL SEASON 3 IS HERE! The Russo Brothers sit down with their longtime collaborators whose artistry has been instrumental in the Russos' projects, including their upcoming Netflix film, THE ELECTRIC STATE, starring Millie Bobbie Brown and Chris Pratt. Guests for season three include highest grossing screenwriting duo Chris Markus and Stephen McFeely, casting director Sarah Finn, producer and first AD Chris Castaldi, three-time Academy Award-nominated costume designer Judianna Makovsky, Academy Award-winning production designer Dennis Gassner, camera operator and producer Geoff Haley, Grammy-winning composer Alan Silvestri, editor and producer Jeff Ford, and composer Henry Jackman. Season three of "Pizza Film School" was filmed at AGBO's headquarters in downtown Los Angeles. 

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/N4p_zclxMVM?si=db_y_q6G6N62geA- 

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo talk to the very talented Nia DaCosta. They discuss their respective experiences with film school, DaCosta's upcoming Marvel project and her modern rendition of the supernatural horror-slasher, CANDYMAN.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo talk to the very talented Nia DaCosta. They discuss their respective experiences with film school, DaCosta's upcoming Marvel project and her modern rendition of the supernatural horror-slasher, CANDYMAN.

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/rjxyc8BPEP4?si=zoqmxvysm6jKNcVG 

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo connect with longtime friend and box-office giant, Justin Lin, to talk all about their memories of UCLA film school and Lin's directorial debut, BETTER LUCK TOMORROW.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo connect with longtime friend and box-office giant, Justin Lin, to talk all about their memories of UCLA film school and Lin's directorial debut, BETTER LUCK TOMORROW.

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mt-vvO_Frdg

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo sit down with documentarian, R.J. Cutler, to discuss his impressive documentary filmmaking process and his film, BILLIE EILISH: THE WORLD'S A LITTLE BLURRY.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo sit down with documentarian, R.J. Cutler, to discuss his impressive documentary filmmaking process and his film, BILLIE EILISH: THE WORLD'S A LITTLE BLURRY. 

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/NgyBYIR02h0?si=WV-6rG4DpzXGoKd3

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo chat with the incredibly talented Justin Chon, to talk about his spectacular work with film cameras and his stunning drama, BLUE BAYOU. 

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo chat with the incredibly talented Justin Chon, to talk about his spectacular work with film cameras and his stunning drama, BLUE BAYOU. 

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/oUu4lzRt5Xc?si=Rp9Uxh1zu9DxZXU1

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo sit down with the multi-hyphenate Emerald Fennell, to discuss her illustrious career and directorial debut, PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN. 

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/e_G2aLSnRzI?si=wsciIa1uAsy5CvCl 

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Legendary film editor Jeff Ford (Avengers: Endgame, The Winter Soldier, The Electric State) joins Anthony and Joe Russo for a deep dive into the craft of editing, the collaborative nature of filmmaking, and the surprising origin of Iron Man's iconic final line. A must-watch for anyone who wants to understand how movies are truly made.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

00:30 - Meet Jeff Ford: Editor of the Avengers Saga  
01:15 - Editing The Electric State with the Russo Brothers  
02:00 - Jeff Ford's Journey from Super 8 to Marvel  
03:00 - The Essence of Editing: Writing with Picture  
04:00 - Why Editing Never Matches the Original Script  
05:30 - How Cap 2 United the Russos and Jeff Ford  
07:00 - Paranoid Thriller Roots of The Winter Soldier  
08:30 - Making "Everyone's on the Same Movie"  
10:00 - The Director-Editor Relationship  
11:30 - Inside the Emotional Core of Marvel Scenes  
14:00 - Breaking Down the Cap & Peggy Scene  
17:00 - Editing Performances from Incomplete Footage  
19:00 - The Character-Driven Arc of Steve Rogers  
22:00 - Editing the Cap vs Bucky Final Fight  
26:00 - How Music & Rhythm Shape Action Scenes  
29:00 - The Role of Camera Operating in Editing  
31:00 - Creating Emotional Endings That Last  
33:00 - What Makes a Great Editor-Director Match  
35:00 - Nick Fury's Chase Scene: Action as Music  
38:00 - Managing Chaos: Cutting Across Units  
41:00 - Pre-Vis, Stunt-Vis & Planning the Cut  
43:00 - Working with Directors Like Mann & Watts  
45:30 - On-Set Rewrites & Actor-Driven Blocking  
48:00 - Why Simplicity Wins in Performance Direction  
50:00 - The Origin of "I Am Iron Man"  
54:00 - Thematic Symmetry & Emotional Closure  
56:00 - Jeff's Favorite Show to Rewatch for the First Time  
57:00 - Who Jeff Ford Would Love to Work With  
58:00 - Advice to Young Editors and Filmmakers  
59:00 - Wrap-Up: Jeff Ford on Chasing the Perfect Cut  

Anthony and Joe Russo sit down with the multi-hyphenate Emerald Fennell, to discuss her illustrious career and directorial debut, PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN. 

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/5ZIoaD2538M?si=AgPl_4R-xB1O6VSo

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo sit down with DC Extended Universe icon, Zack Snyder, to discuss the process of directing superhero films and ZACK SNYDER'S JUSTICE LEAGUE. 

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/u26FeJU5CBI?si=9kNKy_UiqJh5Dxpg 

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo sit down with DC Extended Universe icon, Zack Snyder, to discuss the process of directing superhero films and ZACK SNYDER'S JUSTICE LEAGUE. 

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/xqLvMZIO84M?si=X3E2pMF_0GZ71ezD

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Dive into the Russo Brothers' cinematic vault with the premiere of Pizza Film School Season II! Witness never-before-seen footage from their FIRST film, Pieces, and learn tips and tricks for aspiring filmmakers. Grab a slice and get ready for a pizza-fueled filmmaker feast! 

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Dive into the Russo Brothers' cinematic vault with the premiere of Pizza Film School Season II! Witness never-before-seen footage from their first film, PIECES, and learn tips and tricks for aspiring filmmakers. Grab a slice and get ready for a pizza-fueled filmmaker feast! 

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/F346Lkm_q_I?si=mQO9bstppwnq8rcP

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Chris Markus & Stephen McFeely sit down with the legendary Bob Gale, co-creator, co-writer and co-producer of the iconic sci-fi comedy, BACK TO THE FUTURE to talk all about the first film that kicked off the franchise.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Joe Russo, Chris Markus and Silvia Bizio talk about the classic western, ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Joe Russo, Chris Markus and Pete Hammond talk about the neo-noir mystery film, BLUE VELVET.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Joe Russo and Taika Waititi dive into the 80s superhero movie, the savior of the universe, FLASH GORDON.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony and Joe Russo chat with Josh Brolin, to talk all about the modern-western thriller from the Coen Brothers, NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN. 

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Legendary composer Alan Silvestri joins Anthony and Joe Russo at Pizza Film School to break down the unforgettable music behind Avengers: Infinity War, Endgame, Back to the Future, Forrest Gump, and more. Alan Silvestri opens up about his earliest days composing with a pencil and paper, why empathy is essential for film music, and how his themes became emotional landmarks in the MCU. This one's a masterclass in cinematic scoring.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

00:00 - Intro: Welcome to Pizza Film School  
01:06 - Meet Alan Silvestri  
01:45 - Alan Silvestri on Winemaking and Red Ranger Syrah  
03:00 - Alan's Musical Origin Story  
05:25 - Composing Process: From Guitar to Orchestra  
06:34 - Scoring Like a Sculptor  
08:00 - Finding the Emotion in Film  
09:38 - Creating the Avengers Theme  
11:30 - Learning Storytelling Through Music  
13:00 - Composing Through Empathy  
14:39 - Advice for Young Composers  
16:00 - How the Russos Met Alan Silvestri  
17:00 - Breaking Down the Portal Scene in Endgame  
21:00 - Using Music to Build an Emotional Arc  
24:33 - Cap's Return in Infinity War  
27:00 - Leading the Audience with Music  
29:00 - Thanos' Emotional Victory and the Retirement Cue  
33:00 - Final Notes and Thanos' Ending Explained  
36:00 - Audience Reactions and Scoring for Opera  
38:00 - From Temp Music to Final Score  
40:45 - Silvestri on Collaboration and Creative Direction  
42:54 - Alan's Career Advice: Know Your Role  
47:00 - Gratitude, Legacy, and the Magic of Music  
50:00 - Final Cheers and Farewell  

Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Chris Markus, and Stephen McFeely sit down with Luke Skywalker himself, Mark Hamill, to talk about arguably the best Star Wars film, THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Chris Markus, and Stephen McFeely sit down with Luke Skywalker himself, Mark Hamill, to talk about arguably the best Star Wars film, THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK.

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/P3gA73MVx3A?si=w3ezN7kKBxFgDpcc

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Joe and Anthony Russo sit down with Chris Markus and Pete Hammond, to talk about the horror thriller THE EVIL DEAD.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Avengers: Endgame directors and screenwriters assemble! Anthony and Joe Russo sit down with Chris Markus and Stephen McFeely, to talk about the action thriller RONIN. 

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Joe Russo sits down with Pete Hammond to talk about the 1995 French black-and-white drama La Haine.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias.An AGBO Production.

Get exclusive insights from Geoff Haley, the visionary cinematographer behind Avengers: Endgame's legendary scenes, Joker, Cherry, and Fast & Furious, as he reveals the secrets behind creating gripping action sequences and emotionally impactful visual storytelling with Anthony and Joe Russo.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

01:04 Meet Geoff Haley: Award-Winning Camera Operator 
06:56 Insane American Beauty Filming Story 
10:49 Geoff Haley Defines His "Imaginary Rectangle" 
12:52 Geoff Haley: How I Prep for Filming Movies 
15:42 Prepping Dramatic vs Action Scenes 
17:46 How Geoff Haley Collaborates With Actors 
19:43 Secrets to Great Cinematographer Relationships 
21:23 Avengers: Endgame Tokyo Scene Secrets Revealed 
27:24 Filming Rain Scenes: Hollywood's Hidden Truth 
29:14 Geoff's On-Set Injury Story From Endgame! 
30:07 Inside Avengers: Endgame's Epic Funeral Shot 
33:04 Psychology & Cinematography: Geoff's Mind Trick 
36:03 Geoff's Unique Musical Filming Technique 
38:09 Breaking Down Cherry's Powerful Opening Scene 
44:23 How Geoff Haley Films Green Screen Scenes

Some of the most visually stunning films of all time—The Truman Show, Skyfall, 1917—owe their immersive environments to Dennis Gassner. On this episode of Pizza Film School, Anthony and Joe Russo sit down with the master designer to explore how he approaches storytelling through set design, how color and shape influence emotion, and why his first job on Apocalypse Now changed everything.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

02:06 How Lawrence of Arabia Made Dennis Gassner a Filmmaker  
03:23 Designing for Apocalypse Now – His First Big Break  
05:21 Seeing His Work on Screen for the First Time in Apocalypse Now
06:26 The Hidden Story Behind the Apocalypse Now Poster  
08:21 What It's Like Designing for The Godfather Team  
10:00 Creating the World of Field of Dreams – The Power of Smell  
12:30 Pitching Miller's Crossing to the Coen Brothers in One Word  
16:24 How Architecture Inspired The Truman Show & 1917
19:30 Designing the Cinematic World of Skyfall
23:09 How the Nightclub Scene in The Gray Man Was Built  
24:00 The Power of Color in Blade Runner 2049 & The Gray Man
29:21 Designing Laszlo's Apartment – The Spider's Web Concept  
31:32 How the Gray Man Château Was Found and Designed  
35:01 The One Movie That Changed His Career Forever  
36:02 The Best Advice for Future Filmmakers  
36:31 The One Genre He's Dying to Design For  
37:10 Bringing The Electric State to Life  

Ever wondered how Captain America's stealth suit was created? Or why Katniss's flame dress was intentionally toned down? From the wizard robes of Harry Potter to the battle-ready suits of Avengers: Endgame, Judianna Makovsky has shaped some of the most memorable looks in film history. In this episode of Pizza Film School, she breaks down her creative process with the Russo Brothers, sharing behind-the-scenes stories about Marvel, The Hunger Games, The Gray Man, Harry Potter, and beyond!

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

Ever wonder what it takes to run the set of the biggest movies in Hollywood? Chris Castaldi, the man behind the smooth operation of Iron Man, Avengers: Endgame, Jurassic World, and Pirates of the Caribbean, joins the Russo Brothers to talk about how he got his start, the pressures of managing massive film sets, and what really happens behind the scenes on blockbuster productions. 🍕🎥

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02:02 - How Chris Castaldi Got Into the Film Industry  
03:00 - The INSANE Ron Howard Story That Launched His Career  
06:30 - Breaking Into Big-Budget Blockbusters  
09:00 - The Role of an Assistant Director on Set  
10:30 - Why Communication is the Key to Running a Film Set  
12:00 - Managing the Massive Cast of *Avengers: Endgame*  
14:00 - Working With Robert Downey Jr. & Chris Evans on Set  
17:00 - The Most Expensive Shot in Movie History (*Avengers: Endgame* Funeral Scene)  
19:30 - How They Kept Tony Stark's Funeral a Secret from the Cast  
21:00 - The Complexity of Filming *Avengers: Infinity War* and *Endgame* Back-to-Back  
25:00 - How to Keep a Film Set Running Smoothly Under Pressure  
27:00 - Chris Castaldi's Most Stressful Day on Set  
29:00 - Behind the Scenes of *Jurassic World* & *Pirates of the Caribbean*  
30:30 - Why Chris Castaldi Always Starts Productions With Huge Scenes  
32:00 - The Secret to Managing Massive VFX & Stunt Sequences  
37:00 - The Wildest Hollywood Memorabilia Collection Ever  
39:00 - Chris Castaldi's Dream Projects: *Star Wars* & *James Bond*  
41:00 - The Ultimate *Avengers: Endgame* Cast-Signed Poster Gift  
46:30 - Final Words: Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers  

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production. 

Want to know what it takes to land a Marvel role? Sarah Finn, the casting director behind over 100 films, joins Anthony and Joe Russo to share the secrets behind her iconic casting process. Learn about the intense Spider-Man auditions, casting Chadwick Boseman, Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., and how she found the now Academy Award-winning talent like Ke Huy Quan for Everything Everywhere All At Once. A must-watch for actors & film fans.

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02:00 - Sarah Finn's Superhero Origin Story in Casting  
05:19 - What Does a Casting Director Really Do?  
07:30 - The Hidden Process of Casting & Auditions  
09:00 - Casting Robert Redford in Captain America: Winter Soldier  
13:12 - Finding Authenticity in Mosul and Casting a Foreign-Language Film  
18:22 - How Sarah Finn Helped Build the Marvel Cinematic Universe  
19:30 - The Secret to Casting Chris Evans as Captain America  
25:30 - Casting Chadwick Boseman as Black Panther  
28:01 - The Search for Spider-Man: Casting Tom Holland  
30:41 - Tom Holland's Audition Process & Screen Tests  
35:24 - Casting Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man
38:35 - How Everything Everywhere All At Once Was Cast  
41:00 - Casting Ke Huy Quan: A Hollywood Comeback  
43:38 - Jamie Lee Curtis Joins Everything Everywhere All At Once  
45:15 - How Filmmakers Match Actors to Themes & Tones  
48:17 - "Small Bite" Questions with Sarah Finn  
49:37 - The Last Time Sarah Felt the "Electric" Moment in Casting  
50:44 - Final Words: Advice for Aspiring Actors 

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production. 

Anthony and Joe Russo sit down with screenwriters, co-presidents of story at AGBO, and their longtime collaborators Chris Markus and Stephen McFeely to discuss their work on Marvel and at AGBO.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.