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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.

tv & film film interviews

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EP. 1170 - Filmmaker Anita George (THE GIFT OF MAGPIE)

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2024/04/08

THE GIFT OF MAGPIE, 11min,. USA Directed by Anita George It’s carpe diem for a couple of small time grifters on Christmas Eve 1934. Get to know the filmmaker: I love the genre and thought it might be interesting to tell a story about expectation and balance of power. I wrote the screenplay a few years before filming actually started. Once that was completed it was about 11 months until the film’s first public screening. You can sign up for the 7 day free trial at www.wildsound.ca (available on

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EP. 1169 - Filmmaker Andre Joseph (DISMISSAL TIME)

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2024/04/08

DISMISSAL TIME, 29min,. USA Directed by Andre Joseph When a black high school student in a reputable prep school becomes the victim of a vicious form of cyberbullying, his history teacher makes it her mission to bring those responsible to task when the administration fails to act. Inspired by true events Get to know the filmmaker: I experienced racially-motivated bullying as a high school freshman where I was one of the few black students in my class. For years, I tried to suppress the trauma

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EP. 1168 - Filmmakers Jonathan Gallo, Jeoffrey TC...

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2024/03/30

AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER – SUKI & SOKKA, 4min., USADirected by Jeoffrey TC Howe The lighthearted rivalry between Sokka and Suki unfolds as they engage in a friendly competition, showcasing their respective strengths and weaknesses. https://www.facebook.com/liveactionavatar https://instagram.com/officialjaynjay Get to know producer Jonathan Gallo: We are big fans of the Avatar the Last Airbender Series, and an actress reached out to our Youtube channel about collaborating on a short about Suki

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EP. 1167 - Filmmaker Baylee Sinner (WHERE THE ROPE ENDS)

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2024/03/30

WHERE THE ROPE ENDS, 70min., USA Directed by Baylee Sinner In her relentless pursuit of happiness, Nichole found herself drawn to the exhilarating realm of canyoneering. Little did she know that this new daring interest would lead to a life-altering 60-foot fall, during which she would catch a glimpse of the happiness she was chasing. http://www.wheretheropeends.com/ http://www.facebook.com/wheretheropeends http://www.twitter.com/wtredocumentary https://instagram.com/wheretheropeends Get to know

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EP. 1166 - Filmmaker Trevor Motes (THE FABULOUS...

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2024/03/30

THE FABULOUS MISADVENTURES OF PIZZA BOY, 18min,. USA Directed by Trevor Motes Pizza Boy is the town’s most popular and fun-loving Pizza Delivery Boy. After an encounter with a rude customer, a motivational speaker ad on TV motivates him to face his bullies. https://www.instagram.com/pizzaboymovie/ Get to know the filmmaker: In 2022, I began my final year at college/film school. I looked back at the previous 3 years of film school and felt unsatisfied with my experience. I wasn’t known for doing

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EP. 1165 - Actor/Writer Michael Hooper & Director...

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2024/03/30

THORNWHIP EXPLORATIONS, 7min., USA Directed by Chase Korzep In this short comedy film, Australian wilderness expert, Max Thornwhip, takes on the perilous Australian bush with his trusty partner, John Simmons. With danger lurking behind every corner, will Max make it out alive? https://www.instagram.com/sadurnproductions Get to know Writer/Producer Michael Hooper: The idea for this film came when I was watching an Australian wilderness show, and someone got bit by a snake. I remembered that the

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EP. 1164 - Filmmaker Sangita Iyer (MITTI -...

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2024/03/30

MITTI (Discovering Ikigai), 30min., Canada Directed by Sangita Iyer Mitti (Discovering Ikigai) is a story of young woman of colour in Canada who chose organic farming as her career choice. Through her story the film highlights the Japanese concept of Ikigai to inspire others, especially youth, to find their passion and purpose in life. The film also highlights environmental and sustainability challenges the world is facing and how ancient cultures considered Mother Earth with gratitude instead of

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EP. 1163 - Filmmaker Matt Szymanowski (EARLY ADOPTER...

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2024/03/29

EARLY ADOPTER, 15min., USA Directed by Matt Szymanowski After a tech junkie’s addictive research into a new technology that probes the deepest realms of consciousness nearly kills her, her partner decides to do something drastic to prove just how fragile their relationship and life really is. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12937582/ https://www.instagram.com/mattszy Get to know the filmmaker: I was inspired by the question about whether the great answers of the universe are either outside of us or

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EP. 1162 - Filmmaker Kiersten White (A DIFFERENTLY –...

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2024/03/29

A DIFFERENTLY – CURATED WORLD, 2min., USA Directed by Kiersten White In this age of Black nostalgia, as we see the remake of classic Black sitcoms and the reimagining of Black excellence using the tools, fashion, entertainment, and mediums of yesteryear– we find that one particular community of Blacks is missing from the mainstream conversation, the LGBTQ+ community. Reimagine, with us, a Black and Queer utopia– through the eyes of Black America’s most famous coming-of-age sitcom. Get to know the

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EP. 1161 - Filmmaker Judie Alice Zhang & Actor Aille...

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2024/03/29

CONTENTMENT, 6min., New Zealand Directed by Judie Alice Zhang A young girl and passionate artist tries her very best to impress with her work. Her quirky and heartwarming journey centres around the theme of self-love. https://www.instagram.com/judiezhangx Get to know the filmmaker: Definitely the message behind it. It’s something that I believe a lot of us struggle with sometimes, including myself. The idea initially stemmed from an abstract poem I wrote for school, also revolving around the

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EP. 1160 - Screenwriter Anthony Hyatt (Game of...

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2024/03/29

Watch the Screenplay Reading: https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/the-rains-of-castamere The iconic GAME OF THRONES ‘Red Wedding’ episode in the style of PARKS AND RECREATION: While a recently divorced wedding planner attempts to engineer the perfect day, a self-conscious groom tries desperately to discover who he is marrying, all while the realm’s most famous conflict mediator strives to secure a peaceful outcome between the Starks and Freys. Get to know the writer: This script is an

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EP. 1159 - Filmmaker Alan Yammin (JOI fashion film)

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2024/03/29

JOI, 3min., USA Directed by Caleb Viti, Alan Yammin JOI is a showcase of unique collections portrayed by three diverse fashion designers. It combines film and fashion industry together and reveals artistic expressions of each designer. Emphasizing various mediums such as politics, escape from reality and animal extinction. It is organized around musical composition, visual and editorial storytelling, setting the pace and atmosphere of each collection. It is a fashion film that reminds us of the

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EP. 1158 - Filmmakers Kallie Hu & Madonna Gonzalez (OCD)

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2024/03/26

OCD, 1min,. Canada Directed by Madonna Gonzalez “Amanda, a girl with a debilitating “tick” fights to survive the war raging within her terrifying psyche – all while stuck sitting in a Psych 101 lecture. https://www.imdb.me/micahkelpin https://www.instagram.com/iammicahkelpin/ Get to know Kallie Hu Writer & Story Creator: The film is based on a true story that is very close to me and my family. It’s meant to be a raw look at the reality of its namesake, attempting to demystify the disorder and

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EP. 1157 - Director Max Sun (FOR PETE'S SAKE)

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2024/03/26

FOR PETE'S SAKE, 9min., Canada Directed by Max Sun, Massimo Russo Based on a true story, For Pete’s Sake is a coming-of-age drama about a boy (LEE) who struggles to defeat his father in an arm wrestling match as he grows up. But when LEE finally achieves victory over his father, he realizes the bittersweet reality of his father’s dismissing strength and time's inevitability. You can sign up for the 7 day free trial at www.wildsound.ca (available on your streaming services and APPS). There is a

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EP. 1156 - Filmmaker Luke Rex (BONDING)

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2024/03/26

BONDING, 13min., USA Directed by Luke Rex A solitary figure at an empty bar, CIA clinical and forensic psychologist, Dr. John Flemington, is planning to visit his girlfriend in Mexico when he is pressured by mysterious underground operatives to join them on a secret mission. He really doesn’t have a choice. http://www.9livesentertainment.net/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086267809895 https://www.twitter.com/9LivesEntertain https://www.instagram.com/9_lives_entertainment/ Get to

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EP. 1155 - Filmmaker Steven Speliotis & Artist Naomi...

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2024/03/26

“DON’T STARE, SEE ME”, 5min., USA Directed by Steven SpeliotisNaomi was born with a facial difference,and growing up she fell victim to the bullying ofher peers because she looked different. Get to know the filmmaker: I asked a client who works with individuals with craniofacial issues If she knew anyone that would have a strong story to tell… She introduced me to Naomi and Aaliyah who were both born with Craniofacial issues.. and Naomi was a make up artist / photographer; And doing photo sessions

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EP. 1154 - Tim Searfoss & Michael Ortoll (One Second...

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2024/03/26

A powerful documentary about a father and the resilience of his daughter Christine Ortoll as she confronts mental illness, addiction, and the transformative power of support. Through her personal journals and the unwavering dedication of her loved ones, witness a journey of hope and the creation of a meaningful legacy by her father. Interview with Christine’s father and producer Michael Ortoll, & director Tim Searfoss https://www.onesecondatatime.com/ Director Statement This is a film about

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EP. 1153 - Filmmaker Xuepei Hou (THE ADULTS ARE TALKING)

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2024/03/14

THE ADULTS ARE TALKING, 9min., USADirected by Xuepei Hou Alex is a young graduate who is struggling to balance her life. She pretends to have it all together and breaks down all of a sudden when her mom tells her the secret she has been hiding for a year. Get to know the filmmaker: This is a semi-autobiographical story that happened between me and my mom years ago. It is the first time facing the fear of losing someone that close and the fact that she held that secret from me set off a scary

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EP. 1152 - Filmmaker Naomi Silver-Vézina & Vincent...

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2024/03/14

SPACEBOY (A FILM IN SEVEN SONGS), 27min., Canada Directed by Naomi Silver-Vézina Naomi Silver-Vézina weaves the Montreal artist’s L’INDICE seventh album through a short film. At the top of a church tower, a man wakes up weakened and disoriented. He must find the strength to cross this strange place in order to find an exit. SPACEBOY explores loss of autonomy, loneliness and isolation through a quest towards self-acceptance and grief. https://lindice.ca/ Get to know the filmmaker: I’ve known

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EP. 1151 - Sonja Grace (SPIRIT TRAVELER: Looking into...

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2024/03/14

Mystic Sonja Grace looks at the breaking point of two ancient cultures on opposite sides of the world and how their history can help us today. Her ability to Spirit Travel back in time gives a new perspective on the Hopi Indians from Northern Arizona and the Celtic people of England, Ireland, and Scotland. She examines why circular chambers like kivas and stone circles such as Stonehenge were built, the portals that are marked by these sites and the Demi Gods and aliens who influenced them. From the

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