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Kingdom of Dreams Podcast

Kingdom of Dreams Podcast is a must-listen for film enthusiasts. As a director, producer, and passionate movie lover, I’ve always been captivated by the behind-the-scenes stories, especially those from my own filmmaking journey.This podcast is dedicated to uncovering untold stories from Directors, Editors, Screenwriters, Cinematographers, Production Designers, Producers, Composers, VFX artists, and more. It also explores the highs and lows of building a career in filmmaking and the profound ways it

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EP 297 - Secrets of the Bees - Director Nadége Laici

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2026/04/10

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Nadége Laici, director of Secrets of the Bees, for a fascinating conversation about bringing the hidden world of bees to life. Nadége takes us behind the scenes of crafting a film that blends education with cinematic storytelling, sharing how the team approached capturing bee behavior in ways rarely seen before. She breaks down the technical innovations and filming techniques that

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EP 296 - Decorating 'Bridgerton' Series - Natalie...

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2026/04/08

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Natalie Papageorgiadis for a fascinating conversation about set decoration on the Netflix series Bridgerton. Natalie takes us behind the scenes of crafting the show’s rich and immersive interiors, sharing how each space is carefully designed to reflect character, status, and emotion. She breaks down key moments from various episodes, revealing how subtle details in set decoration help

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42:26

EP 295 - Directing 'The Dinosaurs' - Netflix - Steven...

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2026/04/06

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with editors Jolyon Sutcliffe and Joe Fereday to talk about their work on The Dinosaurs. They share insights into shaping a series that blends real-world natural history with VFX-driven storytelling, and the challenges of balancing authenticity with spectacle. We discuss the differences between cutting traditional nature documentaries and hybrid VFX formats, their collaborative process, and

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EP 294 - The Making of 'Gladiator 2' - Author &...

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2026/04/03

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with author John Walsh to talk about his book Gladiator II: The Making of Ridley Scott’s Epic Sequel. John shares the unique access he had to the production of Gladiator II, offering insight into the vision of Ridley Scott, the scale of its VFX, and stories from behind the scenes. We also discuss his writing process, how he approached documenting such a massive film, and his broader work as

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EP 293 - 'The Dinosaurs' - Cinematographer - Jamie...

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2026/03/20

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with cinematographer Jamie McPherson to talk about his work on The Dinosaurs, executive produced by Steven Spielberg for Netflix. Jamie shares his approach to crafting the show’s visual palette, using light and shadow to bring a sense of scale and realism to a world that blends live action with cutting-edge visual effects. We dive into the challenges of shooting alongside extensive VFX,

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EP 292 - Cutting 'Nuremberg' - Editor Tom Eagles -...

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2026/03/18

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with film editor Tom Eagles to talk about Nuremberg, directed by James Vanderbilt. Tom shares how he shaped the film’s powerful narrative by weaving in historical footage and allowing key moments to breathe, holding on tension rather than cutting away too quickly. We discuss the challenges of working with extensive coverage, and how his collaboration with Vanderbilt helped sculpt a story

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EP 291 - Editing 'Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die' -...

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2026/03/16

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with film editor Craig Wood to talk about the sci fi film Good Luck Have Fun Don’t Die, directed by Gore Verbinski. Craig shares insights into the editing process and the technical challenges of shaping the film’s pace and structure. We also discuss the deeper themes of technology, violence, and the digital world we live in today. It is a thoughtful conversation about filmmaking,

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EP 290 - 'Directing 'Bridgerton' Finale - Anya Adams

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2026/03/14

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with director Anya Adams for a wonderful conversation about directing the powerful Episodes 7 and 8 finale of the Netflix series Bridgerton. Anya takes us behind the scenes of crafting the emotional climax of the season, sharing how she approached blocking complex scenes, collaborating closely with actors and the creative team, and balancing the visual elegance the show is known for with

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EP 289 - 'Lawnmower Man' - Director's Cut - Director...

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2026/03/12

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with visionary director Brett Leonard for a fascinating conversation about his groundbreaking science fiction film The Lawnmower Man and its newly released Director’s Cut, now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Brett takes us behind the scenes of making one of the earliest films to explore virtual reality and digital consciousness, discussing how the film’s visual effects were far ahead of

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EP 288 - Guillermo's Pinocchio - Animator - Jan...

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2026/03/10

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with stop motion animator Jan Erik Maas for a fascinating conversation about his work on Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio directed by Guillermo del Toro. Jan Erik takes us inside the meticulous process of stop motion animation, explaining how characters are brought to life frame by frame and the patience, precision, and teamwork required to create a film like Pinocchio. He shares behind the

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EP 287 - 'Anaconda' - Cinematographer - Nigel Bluck

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2026/03/08

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Nigel Bluck for a fascinating conversation about crafting visual storytelling on large-scale productions. Nigel takes us behind the scenes of Anaconda, sharing memorable stories from the set including the intense jungle sequences, the famous squirrel moment involving Jack Black, and the dramatic staging of the anaconda’s final confrontation. He explains how

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EP 286 - Anupama Chopra - Dining with Stars - Bollywood

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2026/03/06

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed film critic Anupama Chopra for a wide-ranging conversation about cinema, storytelling, and her remarkable career spanning more than three decades. Anupama discusses her book Dining with the Stars, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from her many conversations with some of the biggest names in Indian cinema. She reflects on how film journalism has evolved over the years, the

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EP 285 - 'Bridgerton' - Cinematographer - Alicia Robbins

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2026/02/27

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Alicia Robbins, who lensed key episodes of Bridgerton Seasons 3 and 4. Alicia takes us inside Episodes 2, 4, 7, and 8 across both Volume 1 and Volume 2, breaking down how she crafted the visual language of romance, tension, and spectacle that defines the series. She shares how she approached lighting the grand ball sequences and intimate character moments,

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EP 284 - Editor Affonso Gonçalves - Hamnet - Golden...

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2026/01/12

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Affonso Gonçalves, the acclaimed editor behind Hamnet. Affonso opens up about the deeply emotional experience of editing Hamnet—how the material affected him personally and the responsibility he felt in shaping such an intimate, grief-driven story. He reflects on his creative collaboration with director Chloé Zhao, discussing trust, restraint, and how emotion guides editorial

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EP 283 - 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' - Animator...

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2025/12/23

Tell us what you though of the episode http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdom http://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast http://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast Watch the feature films that I have directed Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21 Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

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EP 282 - Editors of Golden Globe Nominated - "The...

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2025/12/20

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with editors Eduardo Serrano and Matheus Farias to explore the craft behind a Golden Globe nominated Brazilian spy drama set during a political dictatorship. They discuss how they shaped the film’s pacing, tension, and emotional rhythm, handled key scenes, and approached their editing workflow. It’s a focused conversation on discipline, restraint, and how editing can amplify both story and

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EP 281 - 'The Hunting Season' - Editor - Håkan...

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2025/12/18

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed editor Håkan Karlsson for an intimate conversation about the power of editing and narrative rhythm. Håkan takes us inside the cutting room of Mel Gibson’s latest film, breaking down how pacing, restraint, and emotional timing shaped the final story. He speaks candidly about the difficult editorial decisions behind the scenes, including a pivotal moment that was ultimately

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EP 280 – Hamnet | Costume & Production Design- ...

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2025/12/16

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed production designer Fiona Crombie and costume designer Malgosia Turzanska for an intimate conversation about the art of collaboration and visual storytelling. Together, they take us inside the creation of Hamnet, revealing how sets and costumes became a perfect marriage; breathing together, evolving together, and carrying the emotional weight of the story. They sp...

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EP 279 - 'Don't be Late, Myra' - Director - Afia...

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2025/12/14

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed Pakistani filmmaker and director Afia Nathaniel, who takes us inside the making of her powerful short film inspired by a real rape incident in Pakistan. Afia shares how that harrowing event deeply affected her and became the emotional trigger that compelled her to tell this story. She speaks candidly about confronting trauma through cinema, the responsibility of portraying

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EP 278 - 'Sinners' - VFX Team - James & Michael -...

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2025/12/11

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Juan Sarmiento, who takes us inside the visual world of The Voice of Hind Rajab. Juan shares how he crafted the film’s powerful and haunting imagery, shaping its emotional core through light, composition, and an unflinching sense of realism. He speaks about the artistic and personal weight of photographing such a deeply human story, and how the experience

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