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Filmmaker and Fan"s Podcast

Steven Bernstein, Vince Grimes

“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives - where fandom meets film school. Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, executive producer, and former head of creative at Google...and mega film fan. Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from

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01:24:25

Lectures: Steven Bernstein | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2025/02/14

Episode SummaryIn this week’s special episode, we’re featuring a lecture that Steve gave in Winnipeg recently on filmmaking and the creative process, in partnership with the Onalee Ames Film Studio.In his lecture, Steve explores topics such as the importance of creativity and originality in artistic expression, the dangers of consensus and mediocrity in creative environments, and the importance of embracing chaos, vulnerability, and the rejection of orthodoxies.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this

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00:44:51

"Nickel Boys" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2025/02/07

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Nickel Boys”.Using Nickel Boys as their foundation, they explore topics such as the challenges of adaptations versus original screenplays, the artistic choices that filmmakers make to convey deeper truths, and the courage required to break conventional filmmaking norms.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker

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00:31:10

Industry Insights: Film Festivals | Filmmaker and...

Filmmaker and Fan"s Podcast ·

2025/01/31

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince discuss the current state of film festivals in their inaugural “Industry Insights” episode.In this conversation, Steven and Vince explore the intricacies and evolution of global film festivals, operational aspects such as selection processes and the politics involved, and the positive impacts of festivals on filmmaking careers.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram

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00:34:58

2025 Awards Season | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2025/01/24

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the ins and outs of the 2025 awards season.In this conversation, Steven Bernstein and Vince explore the cultural nuances of award season in the film industry, the dynamics of celebrity culture within the context of awards, and the impact of international cinema on Hollywood.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker and Fan’s"

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00:58:17

"The Brutalist" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

Filmmaker and Fan"s Podcast ·

2025/01/17

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “The Brutalist”.Using The Brutalist as their foundation they explore topics such as the broader implications of art and cinema, the dynamics between investors and artists, and the intricate details of cinematic techniques from the film like the use of VistaVision and its impact on film quality.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram

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01:15:22

[Re-release] Special Guest: Peter Debruge | Filmmaker...

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2025/01/10

Episode SummaryThis week, due to logistics from the tragic, ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles, we won’t be publishing a new episode. Instead, we hope you enjoy a re-release of one of our favorite special guests from 2024, Peter Debruge, Chief Film Critic at Variety.Peter has worked at Variety since 2005 and oversees a team of more than a dozen freelancers worldwide, assigning and editing film reviews for publication. In 2017, he helped co-found the Animation Is Film Festival in Los Angeles, and he

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00:49:03

Scene Study: "Conclave" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2025/01/03

Episode SummaryIt’s scene study time! In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince breakdown the opening scenes of the 2024 film “Conclave,” and explore topics such as the importance of opening scenes in establishing a film's world, the use of symbolism and cutaways to enhance storytelling, and how sound design plays a crucial role in creating atmosphere.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.Series

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00:27:40

2024 Reflections | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2024/12/30

Episode SummaryIn this last episode of 2024, Steve and Vince catch up on creative ventures of the past year, upcoming films and projects in 2025, and celebrate 2024 as a year of artistic growth and collaboration.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives. Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein,

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00:51:20

"A Complete Unknown" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2024/12/27

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “A Complete Unknown,” written and directed by James Mangold. Using A Complete Unknown as their foundation, they explore topics such as the significance of underplayed moments in the film, the complexity of artistic influence and the nature of inspiration, and how the film transcends a mere biography of Dylan and instead offers a deep commentary on art and creativity.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free

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00:50:09

"Wicked" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2024/12/20

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Wicked”.Using Wicked as their foundation, they explore topics such as the intimate relationship between directors and actors, the importance of costumes in building the world of Oz, and the crucial role of industry film screenings during awards season.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a

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00:47:38

IndieMaker: BREVI | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2024/12/13

Episode SummaryThis week Steve and Vince welcome their first Indie Filmmaker special guest (aka “IndieMaker”), BREVI.Brevi is a former recording artist (Cypress Hill, Universal Republic Records) turned screenwriter, and the three explore her journey from music to filmmaking through topics such as the challenges of navigating success and imposter syndrome, how collaboration enhances the creative process in both music and film, and the importance of personal experiences and relationships in the

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00:46:30

"Get Rich Quick" [GRQ] | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

Filmmaker and Fan"s Podcast ·

2024/12/06

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the intricate relationship between Steve's newly published novel, “Get Rich Quick”, and its film adaptation, “GRQ”, and discuss the differences in areas such as character development, storytelling techniques, and the marketing processes for both mediums.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for

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00:48:55

Special Guest: Tony Solis | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

Filmmaker and Fan"s Podcast ·

2024/11/29

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve talks with award-winning Hollywood sound mixer, Tony Solis.Tony is an Emmy and CAS-winning re-recording mixer and is known for his work on films such as Woman of the Hour (2023), Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2022), Hustle (2002), and Steve’s upcoming film, GRQ the Movie.Steve and Tony explore topics such as the intricate process of sound mixing, including the roles of ADR, Foley, and sound design, the importance of sound in enhancing the overall quality

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01:13:33

"Saturday Night" + BONUS | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

Filmmaker and Fan"s Podcast ·

2024/11/22

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Saturday Night”.Using Saturday Night as their foundation they explore topics such as the complexities of lighting and sound design, the challenges of real-time execution, and how to balance powerful ensemble casts as a director.PS: stay tuned to the end of the episode for a special bonus interview with the editor of "Saturday Night", Nathan Orloff!As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on

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00:43:09

Re-Release: "Jojo Rabbit" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2024/11/15

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2019 film, “Jojo Rabbit”.Using Jojo Rabbit as their foundation they explore topics such as the importance of perspective in storytelling, the balance between satire and drama, and audience expectations in historical movies.This episode was originally released on May 3rd, 2024.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker and

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00:48:39

"Anora" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2024/11/08

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Anora”.Using Anora as their foundation, they explore topics such as the importance of audience experience in independent films, how pacing in storytelling can mirror real-life experiences, and the difference between digital and film in the filmmaking process.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker and Fan’s"

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BTS with Steven Bernstein | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

Filmmaker and Fan"s Podcast ·

2024/11/01

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince caught up (behind the scenes) while Steve was in pre-production for his new feature film project he’s directing in London. They talk about everything from the evolution of Steve’s project from tv pilot to feature film, the creative process of writing a feature script under time constraints, and the realities of the film industry. As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram

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00:48:16

"The Outrun" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2024/10/25

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “The Outrun”.Using The Outrun as their foundation, they explore topics such as the challenges of adapting source material, the role of art in understanding complex themes such as addiction and recovery, and the balance between artistic interpretation and historical accuracy.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.Series

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00:48:37

"My Old Ass" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

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2024/10/18

Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “My Old Ass”.Using My Old Ass as their foundation they explore topics such as nuances of independent cinema, the significance of creating relatable characters, and the importance of subtext and nuance in performances.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and

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00:37:35

Scene Study: "Catch Me If You Can" | Filmmaker and...

Filmmaker and Fan"s Podcast ·

2024/10/11

Episode SummaryIt’s a new kind of segment this week! In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince go into “scene study” mode.Using a specific scene from the 2002 film “Catch Me If You Can”, they explore topics such as the intricacies of directing dialogue-driven scenes, the importance of tension and stakes in storytelling, and the role of patience and listening in acting.As a reminder: if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, and on

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