Today is Friday the thirteenth, because of course it is. The world is falling apart and there's a lot of fear and worry in the air. So let's, just for a moment, set all of that aside and focus on a fun story written by a fun dude. In this video from Behind the Curtain,... Continue Reading →
Depicting a True Prison Break in ESCAPE FROM PRETORIA
(L-R) Ian Hart as Denis Goldberg, Daniel Radcliffe as Tim Jenkin and Daniel Webber as Stephen Lee in the drama/thriller, “ESCAPE FROM PRETORIA,” a Momentum Pictures release. Photo Courtesy of Momentum Pictures. by John Bucher (@johnkbucher) In 1978, Tim Jenkin was sentenced to prison for twelve years for working on behalf of the African National Congress... Continue Reading →
BURDEN: Writer/Director Andrew Heckler on His Sundance Audience Award-Winning Debut
by John Bucher (@johnkbucher) Andrew Heckler spent his time in front of the camera before making the move to write and direct. His years appearing on shows ranging from Ally McBeal to Law and Order helped him understand how to create a good story, both on the page and from the director’s chair. Heckler’s directorial debut drew talent such... Continue Reading →
Filmmaker Brandon Rhiness on Making HOT BOX
by Ashley Scott Meyers This week I talk with Canadian filmmaker Brandon Rhiness. Topics include how Brandon gets movies made thanks to coming up with stories that only need a few locations. The most recent example of this is the contained comedy called Hot Box, which he wrote and directed. You can listen to the... Continue Reading →
THE CALL OF THE WILD: A Conversation with Harrison Ford
by John Bucher (@johnkbucher) Harrison Ford is one of the most iconic actors in cinematic history. From Indiana Jones to Han Solo, he has defined the archetypal hero for millions all over the world. His latest role, playing the legendary John Thornton from Jack London’s The Call of the Wild, may be his most personal project... Continue Reading →
Writer/Director Martin Gooch on His Latest Film, Atomic Apocalypse
by Ashley Scott Meyers Filmmaker Martin Gooch is back on the Selling Your Screenplay Podcast for a third time! In this episode he talks about his latest sci-fi action movie, Atomic Apocalypse. Other topics include making movies in the United Kingdom and the struggles of getting financing for indie film. You can listen to the... Continue Reading →
WAITING FOR ANYA: Ben Cookson on Connecting with Living History
by Carrie Harris (@carrharr) In Waiting for Anya, a young shepherd boy and a widow help smuggle Jewish children across the border from southern France into Spain during WWII. The film is based on the novel by Michael Morpurgo and stars Noah Schnapp (Stranger Things), Oscar-winner Anjelica Huston, and Jean Reno (Léon: The Professional). LA... Continue Reading →
Canadian Filmmaker Adriana Maggs on Her Latest Film, GOALIE
by Ashley Scott Meyers The guest this week is filmmaker Adriana Maggs. She talks about working in Canada and her latest movie. Goalie (2019) is a bio-pic about the legendary NHL goaltender, Terry Sawchuk. He played for all the top teams including the Maple Leafs, Boston Bruins, and Red Wings. Adriana Maggs is the writer/director.... Continue Reading →
York Shackleton on His Latest Film, DISTURBING THE PEACE
by Ashley Scott Meyers Filmmaker York Alec Shackleton talks about the latest movie he directed, Disturbing The Peace (2020). This is an action-crime film which stars Guy Pearce as a Texas Ranger who has to run a gang of outlaws out of town. York talks about casting Guy Pearce and how he has continued to... Continue Reading →
Producer/Writer Kristin Alexandre on Making ALTAR ROCK
by Ashley Scott Meyers Filmmaker Kristin Alexandre is the guest this week. She has made a career by flying back and forth from Los Angeles and making movies in Boston. Her credits include producing Grey Lady and being the writer/producer of Altar Rock. It is interesting to hear how Kristin Alexandre makes this work form... Continue Reading →