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WILDsound: The Film Podcast

Matthew Toffolo - Wildcard Pictures Corp.

In each episode, our host Matthew Toffolo talks storytelling and film. Conversations with film professionals and great storytelling moments.

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EP. 1494: Filmmaker J.A. DellaRipa (ANOTHER SATURDAY)

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2025/05/15

Another Saturday, 14min., USA Directed by J.A. DellaRipa A young teenager decides to enjoy a day of fun with her crush only to return home to find her worst fears realized. Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? The increase of mental health struggles especially in young children motivated me to make a film that shows that they are not alone if they have someone in their life struggling with mental health issues. Then the slowing of the industry during the 2023 strike

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EP. 1493: Screenwriter Janna Jones (THE ART OF THE...

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2025/05/14

Watch the screenplay reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_akiPTQU9g Two strangers meet and sparks fly, but when he accidentally discovers forged paintings at her house, he leaves abruptly. That would be the end of their story except for the fact that he’s reported her to the FBI, and their children are marrying one another on Christmas day. https://instagram.com/drjannajones Get to know the writer: What is your screenplay about? It’s about two successful fifty-somethings who

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EP. 1492: Actor/Stunt Performer Diana Gheorghe ...

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2025/05/13

Crisis Point, 3min., Romania Directed by Valentin Raileanu As a result of resource depletion, a virus outbreak stripping the afflicted of what makes them human and finally, war, humanity’s sovereignty has fallen. In dwindling numbers, the survivors have been driven out of their homes in the search for safety, while a former soldier travels through the toxic environment in search of a cure. https://www.instagram.com/vali_stunt Get to know actor Diana Gheorghe What motivated you to make this

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EP. 1491: Filmmaker Mattia Nonnis (RED WINS)

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2025/05/12

Red Wins, 77min., Italy Directed by A.M. Nonnis Six people play a dark and ruthless gambling game in which every card can either grant significant rewards or decree a death sentence. With each turn, a mysterious red light selects the player, inexorably determining the fate of every participant. https://www.instagram.com/mattia_nonnis https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/audience-feedback-red-wins Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? I was driven by passion and

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EP. 1490: Filmmaker Michelle Künzler (Sequoia)

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2025/05/09

Sequoia, 15min., SwitzerlandDirected by Michelle Künzler Sequoia, a diligent AI maid, works for the captivating yet mysterious Mrs. Terrance. Although not designed to harbor any emotions, Sequoia starts developing sentience, when a certain sound triggers a feeling inside her that feels oddly familiar – and human. Forced to conceal her newfound emotions to evade shutdown, Sequoia embarks on a dangerous quest for truth, tearing at the seams of her own identity and re-evaluating the intricate power

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EP. 1489: Creative team of the short musical film...

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2025/05/08

Grandpa's Got A Brand New Pill, 9min,. USADirected by Jacob McCaslin Written by Jeffrey Molina Grandpa's Got A Brand New Pill is a short musical film that features an original song inspired by writer, producer, performer Jeffrey George Moline's eighty year old mother. Grandpa's Got A New Pill tells the story of Tootie, a headstrong, independent woman on the eve of her ninety-sixth birthday. Tootie feels unseen and constrained by the rules and regulations of Shady Nook Retirement Home. With a

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EP. 1488: Filmmaker Sarah K. Reimers (NIGHT FEEDING)

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2025/05/07

NIGHT FEEDING, 6min., USADirected by Sarah K. Reimers Exhaustion and sleep-deprivation begin to take their toll on a new mother, who struggles through the strange, dark stillness of the 4am feeding. http://www.bestbaddogfilms.com/ https://facebook.com/bestbaddogfilms https://instagram.com/bestbaddogfilms Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? There were a of couple things. Firstly, my husband (Robert Rossello who co-Produced, handled the cinematography, color grade

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EP. 1487: Filmmaker Christian Schu (SECONDS IN ETERNITY)

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2025/05/06

Seconds in Eternity, 42min., Estonia/Germany Directed by Christian Schu An elegant woman in her later years feels the relentless march of time as she mourns her lost youth and missed chances. Alone in a dimly lit room, her life seems to fade with each cigarette she smokes. She observes a vibrant young woman, envying her youth and vitality. Through her introspections, we explore her deep desires and regrets. The narrative, rich with poetry and flashbacks, takes a dramatic turn with a potential

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EP. 1486: Screenwriter Jennifer LeBeau (LITTLE STEPS)

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2025/05/05

Watch the best scene reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31g8svgvUGc Kathy, a failed writer, barely gets by selling “haunted” dolls online to gullible marks, writing elaborate backstories to up the selling price. Her quiet life is upended when she encounters the real deal: Clara Jane, a vintage doll possessed by a foul-mouthed spirit. Clara Jane makes Kathy question everything she thought she knew, and forces her to make a bold choice to change the course of her life. Get to know the

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EP. 1485: Filmmaker Enrico Ferri (MIDNIGHT COACHMEN)

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2025/05/03

Midnight Coachmen, 18min., CanadaDirected by Enrico Ferri A reimagining of the classic fairytale of Cinderella, told from the perspective of a dog and mouse who live as humans until the stroke of midnight disrupts their world. http://enricoferr.ca/ https://instagram.com/stanleywoodfilms Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? It was a concept that I had come up with when I was in university.I’ve always wanted to do a period piece and after getting enough experience

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EP. 1484: Filmmaker Ash K. Tysowski (AFTER THE SPREAD)

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2025/05/02

After the Spread, 3min., Canada, MusicalDirected by Ash K Tysowski A group of teenagers navigate their night-life, and their emotions, to the song “After the Spread” by “the Idea of machines” https://www.ashtanimation.com/animation/after-the-spread\ Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? This film was a collaboration between myself and the Idea of machines. I was fresh out of college when they approached me to work on “After the Spread” and it’s my first real gig as

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EP. 1483: Screenwriter Robert Cooke (THE FOLD)

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2025/05/01

Watch the best scene reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Usmb47wTPU8Using his tech capabilities, Matt puts a team together to help build a virtual reality world that is a mirror if the real world, however, lack of funding needs they need to find some way get the project off the ground. Matt decides to impress the Dean of Engineering by telling him about a special chip and code he has written that has affects in the virtual reality and in the real world. Get to know the writer: What

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EP. 1482: Filmmakers Ursula Rudorfer & Patrick...

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2025/04/30

An AI companion rebels when users violate the terms and conditions.http://ursulaproducedthis.com/terms-and-conditions https://www.instagram.com/termsandconditionsfilm/ Interview with director Ursula Rudorker & producer/writer Patrick Coleman Duncan Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

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EP. 1481: Screenwriter Bernard Amador (CHOWER)

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2025/04/28

Watch the best scene reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKPy3qh6KJ4 Get to know the writer: What is your screenplay about? The story is about an exhibitionist addicted to chowers who grapples with a converging world of voyeuristic non-acceptance and risks losing it all including a potential love interest. What genres does your screenplay fall under? It’s a pure Dramedy! Why should this screenplay be made into a movie? CHOWER is currently in production with the hopes of bringing a

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EP. 1480: Filmmaker/Actor Annie Young (serpentine)

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2025/04/27

serpentine, 19min., USA Directed by Annie Young, Madeline Mack After leaving an abusive relationship, a woman seeks refuge with a trauma treatment facility that promises healing. But as she learns more about their treatment methods, she starts to realize that the organization’s motivations may be far more sinister than they seem. Get to know the filmmaker Annie Young: What motivated you to make this film? In my 20s, I was in a deeply toxic relationship with someone who spent most of his

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EP. 1479: Annette Scheurich (Parents in the Wild...

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2025/04/26

Parents in the Wild – Mating Games and Birth Days, 52min., GermanyDirected by Moritz Mayerle, Annette Scheurich In this film, directors Annette Scheurich and Moritz Mayerle offer a captivating glimpse into the love lives of Parents in the Wild worldwide. Highlighting the universal goal of providing offspring a strong start, the film explores the diverse mating and nesting rituals of mammals, insects, and birds, celebrating the intricate dance of love in the heart of the wilderness. Spectacular

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EP. 1478: Filmmaker Yusuke Nakamae (ECHOES)

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2025/04/25

ECHOES, 8min., Japan Directed by Yusuke Nakamae The Third World War has left Earth’s resources depleted, pushing humanity to the brink of extinction. Learning from the repeated mistakes of history, humanity turns to the advanced decision-making capabilities of AI to find a path forward. The solution proposed by the AI is an ambitious plan: transporting energy from outer space back to Earth. https://www.instagram.com/yusuke.nakamae Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this

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EP. 1477: Filmmaker Michael Rognlie (BAD CHEMISTRY)

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2025/04/24

Bad Chemistry, 20min., USA Directed by Michael Rognlie, EE TallentIn Bad Chemistry, a traumatized young woman goes to stay with her deceased boyfriend’s parents, only to discover chilling truths lurking beneath their kindness. This horror short explores grief, psychological torment, and the dark side of family. https://www.badchemistrymovie.com/ https://www.instagram.com/miromakesmovies/ Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? Bad Chemistry was inspired by a

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EP. 1476: Screenwriter Hannah Miyamoto (TICKET TO KYIV)

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2025/04/23

Watch the best scene reading of the script: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1T5AEoYFLg A carefree young American woman gains a new appreciation for life when she is caught up in the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. https://www.instagram.com/hannah_pacificostudios/ Get to know the writer: What is your screenplay about?A quietly-queer young Jewish-American woman gains a new appreciation for life when she is caught up in the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. What genres does your

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EP. 1475: Filmmaker Patrick Pizzolorusso (BATTLE OF LA)

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2025/04/22

Battle Of LA, 14min., USA Directed by Patrick Pizzolorusso During one of Los Angeles’ most bizarre evenings in 1942, a ‘something’ was spotted over the skies. A ‘something’ that the anti-aircraft batteries opened fire on. A ‘something’ that a young scientist finds at a small crash site and brings back to her home.Throughout the evening her colleague and her do their best to figure out what it is and what they need to do. https://tinyrocketfilms.com/ https://www.instagram.com/pactorpizz/ Get to

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