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Tash Talks Film

On Tash Talks Film, Natasha speaks with professionals and industry leaders in the Texas independent film industry.

tv & film film interviews

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00:46:35

Talking ‘Trading Races’ and a New Era of Texas...

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2025/10/10

In this week’s Tash Talks Film episode, Natasha sits down with writer/director Noah Mortel of Genesis Entertainment. They discuss his new genre-bending film Trading Races and his time interning and working in LA at New Line Cinema. We discuss the movie's influences, how the idea came to life, and what it reveals about race, identity and society. Noah and I also chat about how his internship in Los Angeles at New Line Cinema was the launching pad for his directing career.Noah also shares the

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00:57:36

From First Job to First Thursdays: Alfred Cervantes...

Tash Talks Film ·

2025/09/29

In this episode of Tash Talks Film, Alfred Cervantes, Executive Director of the Houston Film Commission, takes us through his journey from landing his first job as a PA on a movie to becoming one of the city’s leading advocates for film production. Alfred shares in-depth insight on the work the Houston Film Commission does, why it champions Houston as a filmmaking destination, and how bringing people to Houston often makes them fall in love with the city.He reflects on the pride he takes in creating

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00:49:20

Shahd Shahroor on Rewriting Muslim Cultural...

Tash Talks Film ·

2025/09/26

In this episode of Tash Talks Film, I got the chance to talk to filmmaker Shahd Shahroor. We discuss overcoming networking anxiety, trusting your voice as a young, female director, and rewriting cultural narratives in Western media.Shahd shares insights into her filmmaking journey, the significance of accurate Muslim and Arab representation in media, and the story behind starting her production company, Honey Blackbird Films. We learn more about Shahd's upcoming projects, her inspirations, and the

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00:57:26

Joe Grisaffi on Balancing Life and Career, Set...

Tash Talks Film ·

2025/09/22

On this episode of Tash Talks Film, I got the chance to sit down with award-winning director and veteran actor Joe Grisaffi. Joe shares his journey into acting, working in California, and starting his own casting company, Southwest Casting. He discusses his directorial projects, including the touching film 'Laughing Boy' and 'Lars the Emo Kid.' Joe also offers invaluable advice for new filmmakers, highlights the importance of networking, and shares the story behind the Laughing Dog

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00:43:16

Zaire Folson on Film, Community, and the Art of...

Tash Talks Film ·

2025/06/18

Did you know the signature orange-and-blue look in Hollywood films isn’t just a style choice—it’s actually a trick? Blue and orange are opposites on the color wheel, and when used together, they make actors pop on screen while triggering emotional contrast in your brain.I got to sit down with Houston-based film colorist Zaire Folson. While he may be new to Houston, he’s already positioned himself as one to watch in Houston’s film scene. At only 24, he's got half a decade of experience in the

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00:47:54

Lights, Camera, Legacy: Katy Lea Cannon on 58 Years...

Tash Talks Film ·

2025/04/21

Ready to mix and mingle with Houston’s finest in the film industry? On today’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Katy Lea Cannon, Vice President of WorldFest Houston. The film festival’s 58th anniversary is quickly approaching, so Katy gave me the rundown on what we can expect this year. We talked everything from her dad, Hunter Todd, the founder of WorldFest being a documentary filmmaker for the precursor to Nasa to helping expand the film festival landscape in Houston. We also chat

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01:09:05

Finding Your Film Community with Not Another Film...

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2025/02/27

Do you want to start collaborating with other filmmakers and finally get your foot in the door? Do you have an incredible screenplay but aren’t sure of how to get it produced and filmed? First things first, find your film community. Go to a networking event or a film screening in your city. These are guaranteed places to find like minded individuals who can help you get started. Today I have two talented guys joining me on the podcast who are very popular in Houston’s film scene. Sketch comedy

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00:47:52

Creating Our Own Stories with In The House's Rehman...

Tash Talks Film ·

2025/01/03

In this week’s episode, I sit down with two of the founding members of Houston film production company In The House. Rehman Ahmed and Byron Franco share the unlikely filming location that you wouldn't dare walk around at night.The pair also share some wild stories of their early filming days that ended in the police showing up to their set. Rehman shares his experience studying with the legendary Groundlings comedy troupe. Rehman and Byron also emphasize the importance of creating your own

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01:11:59

Favorite Houston Filming Locations, Acid Test, and...

Tash Talks Film ·

2024/12/10

In this episode, I am excited to introduce today’s guest, award-winning producer, writer, and director Jenny Waldo. Jenny discusses her time at the USC Graduate School of Cinematic Arts, her debut film Acid Test, and shares advice to the next generation of filmmakers. Jenny's website: https://www.jennywaldo.com/about Jenny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennywaldo Jenny's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jenny-waldo Natasha's website: https://www.natashaero.com Natasha's

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00:47:51

Why Community Storytelling is One of the Strongest...

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2024/11/12

This week Tash talks to Camille Ashraf, co-founder of film & theater production house Actors Across Borders. Camille shares how Actors Across Borders was formed, the idea behind the Falasteen Arts Festival, and why it was so important to tell the stories of 12 Houston Palestinians in the org's new documentary "In Our Own Words."Actors Across Borders Instagram: @actorsacrossborders Check out AAB's latest short film 'Thinking About You': "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvdY0l3-eZ8 Tash's

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00:45:57

What the Houston Film Industry is Missing with...

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2024/10/31

Co-founder of Houston Film Scene Julissa "Juls" Guajardo sits down with Tash to talk about how Houston Film Scene was born, their experience working on a BET+ show and what's keeping the Houston film industry from gaining national attention. https://www.houstonfilmscene.com Houston Film Scene's Instagram: @houstonfilmscene Juls' Instagram: @juls.media Tash's Instagram: @tashtalksfilm Music by FASSounds from Pixabay

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