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Matthew Toffolo interviews Aleca King about her documentary film "Love Revolution," which explores the George Floyd protests and Black Lives Matter movements through her personal journey as a flight attendant who turned her COVID-related work disruptions into an opportunity to document the social unrest. Aleca explained how the film concept came to her in a dream during the protests, and she used her travel opportunities as a private flight attendant to interview people in different cities, including New York and Minneapolis, where she met George Floyd's roommate. She discussed her background working for NBA teams, including the Lakers; her experience contracting COVID before it was widely known; and her artistic approach to filming raw, unfiltered interviews on her phone. The conversation also covered her current projects, including two completed hurricane documentaries set in Jamaica, her music career, and her reflections on balancing her privileged position as a private flight attendant with her mission to document social justice movements. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed Daniel Han-Shiang Young, a USC dance student and choreographer, about his short film "My Skin." Daniel discussed how he started dancing at age 12 and developed into a multi-style dancer before transitioning to film through a USC class assignment. He explained how the film, which he directed, danced in, and created, was made in just one night with friends helping with camera and lighting, and how it represents his personal experience with grief and internal emotions. The film was submitted to festivals and received positive feedback from his professor Sarah Sokin, who encouraged him to submit it. Daniel expressed interest in making more films in the future, and WILDsound challenged him to move beyond solo performance to work with multiple dancers in his next project. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed Tamara Cook, a writer-director from Australia, about her short film "Savannah's Curse." The film, set in a future where resources are limited for the elite, features retro 70s art direction and explores themes of power, abuse, and social cycles that repeat throughout history. Tamara discussed her transition from theater to filmmaking in 2021, sharing insights about her learning process across three films and the challenges of working with small crews in Western Australia. She revealed that her father, who had never acted before, played the central character based on Harvey Weinstein, Jeffrey Epstein, and Hugh Hefner, while the rest of the cast were former students. The film has been well-received on the festival circuit and will be shown in Austin, Texas, Italy, and LA, with Tamara expressing surprise at the positive response despite concerns about potentially controversial content. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed legendary artist Harry Roseman for the third time to discuss his film "5 Hotels" (now expanding to 6 or 7 hotels), which explores the routine of leaving hotel rooms through abstract visual elements and subtle narrative observations. Harry explained how the film exists on two levels - abstract (focusing on color, pattern, texture, and rhythm) and narrative (following someone leaving a hotel room, walking through hallways, taking elevators, and exiting to the street) - with the underlying theme of the seen and unseen. They discussed how hotel routines are universal across different cities while being influenced by local culture and design choices, particularly noting the significance of hotel carpets and elevator designs. Harry shared his experience with public sculptures, including a large installation at an airport, and mentioned his ongoing projects including "Out From Under" (a series of 4-7 minute films about organizing his studio) and "Information" (a film featuring people sharing knowledge with him). The conversation revealed Harry's collaborative approach to animations with two helpers while maintaining directorial control over his other work, and his preference for working on multiple projects incrementally rather than completing them all at once. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed Mark Mori, about his documentary film, "Baristas vs. Billionaires," which explores the Starbucks union movement that began in Buffalo. Matthew shared a personal connection to the film's themes, discussing the decline of unions and the impact on communities like Buffalo. Mark explained his motivation for making the film, drawing from his own background in union activism and his belief in the importance of the story. He detailed the filmmaking process, which involved filming interviews with baristas and using found footage, all done with a small, volunteer crew. The film highlights the challenges faced by Starbucks workers, the role of Howard Schultz as a central figure, and the broader economic issues at play. Mark also mentioned the film's distribution plans and his upcoming project about Orson Welles. Both participants agreed on the film's relevance and the need to raise awareness about the union movement. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed Noel Thompson, about directing her first short film, "Snowdrift," and her subsequent work on a second short, "Psychomantium." Noel discussed her transition from screenwriting to directing, motivated by a desire to learn how scripts are interpreted during production. She detailed the collaborative process with her DP, Mike Fitzer, and the challenges of shooting on a tight schedule and budget. The discussion covered the film's location, the importance of the black and white checkered floor, and the mystery tone of the narrative. Noel shared insights into working with actors, ensuring each had an arc, and the editing process with Mike. She also reflected on her background in writing and her enjoyment of the directing role, emphasizing teamwork and communication. The interview concluded with praise for the film's quality and a look forward to Noel's future projects. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. v Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed Travis P. Molloy about his feature film "Driver Ed," which played at the Sci-Fi Fantasy Film Festival. Travis discussed the film's inspiration, which came from wanting to shoot an entire movie inside a moving vehicle, and the challenges of doing so with a micro-budget and a crew of just himself and his wife, Laura. He explained the casting of Anthony Casabianca, who brought a comedic element to the lead character, and how the film evolved from a darker script into more of a dark comedy. Travis shared his excitement about the current state of filmmaking, emphasizing the accessibility of technology and the importance of storytelling over equipment. He also mentioned that he is developing a new post-apocalyptic dark comedy film. WILDsound praised the film's photography and unique production approach. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviews John Franklin Stevens about his short film "Obituary," a 14-minute dark comedy about a funeral service that descends into chaos, which he directed and wrote. John, who is also the founder of Act With Purpose International and works with the Act on Ability Foundation, collaborated with acting students from his school to create the film, which was well-received at the Comedy Festival. The film features an ensemble cast including child actors, was shot in a church during Orthodox Easter, and focuses on how different people have varying perspectives of the same person, highlighting the human ego and the importance of genuine con —- https://www.actwithpurpose.world/ https://www.instagram.com/ActWithPurposeintl/ Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.h child actors, and the film's diverse cast. He also mentioned his upcoming projects including "A Matter of Principles" and "Now You See Mia," which stars members of the Mulroney family, and noted that audiences have suggested developing "Obituary" into either a series or feature film. https://www.actwithpurpose.world/ https://www.instagram.com/ActWithPurposeintl/

The conversation centered on Ty Brulee's experimental art film "Seventh Circle," which is part of the Shucks cinematic world and heavily influenced by Dante's Inferno. Ty discussed the film's themes, including addiction and the death of innocence, symbolized by the burning toy baby, and the challenges of presenting such themes in his conservative hometown of Asheboro, North Carolina. He explained his hands-on approach to filmmaking, handling everything from shooting and editing to scoring and costume design, often using his own footage. Ty shared his background, including living in China and how that experience influenced his silent filmmaking style. He also mentioned his work in starting a local film festival in Asheboro to support independent filmmaking. The discussion touched on the cultural shifts in North Carolina and the broader film industry, with Ty expressing a desire to eventually focus on the festival and transition away from music. https://www.instagram.com/filmbybrueilly/ —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed Madison Wade about her short film "Candid Goodness," which explores women's relationships to their inner goddess. Madison discussed the film's concept, her background in dance and choreography, and the process of selecting participants through an online survey. She explained her interest in themes of sacredness, cycles, and shared female experiences, and how the film served as a personal and therapeutic project. WILDsound praised the film's visuals, diversity of participants, and the way it combined interviews, dance, and experimental elements. They also talked about Madison's upcoming documentary about love and birds, and WILDsound shared thoughts on human impact on birds' ecosystems. The conversation ended with mutual appreciation for the film and the opportunity to discuss it. https://www.instagram.com/candidgoddess —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed Rich Figel about his screenplay "I Gotta Be Me," a political musical feature film. Rich described the story as a David versus Goliath tale, with a punk rocker protagonist battling a corporate giant reminiscent of Donald Trump. He discussed the script's origins, its themes of repackaging and corporate influence, and its connection to the punk rock movement of the 70s and 80s. Rich shared his background, growing up in New Jersey and living in New York before moving to Hawaii, and how his experiences informed the script. He recounted the screenplay's history, including its option by Michael Miner, co-writer of RoboCop, and the challenges in getting it produced. Rich also mentioned his other writing projects, such as a TV pilot about addiction treatment and a limited series about James Whistler, and the difficulties of breaking into the industry from Hawaii. The interview concluded with plans for a second part. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed Anne Catharine Blake about her poem “The Last Voyager” and its adaptation into a poetry film, with Anne sharing the personal story behind it about her father, Canadian actor Bud Browning, and his difficult end-of-life experience with cancer. Anne explained how her background as an illustrator, visual storytelling professor, and writer informed her approach to the poem and how caregiving for her father and other family members inspired her to write about these universal but often unspoken experiences. She and Matthew Toffolo discussed the emotional and practical challenges of caregiving, the impact on families, and cultural differences in how death and mourning are handled. Anne also talked about her extensive work in publishing, poetry, and celebrating other writers, as well as her family’s experiences with illness, advocacy, and turning personal hardship into ways to help others. The conversation highlighted the therapeutic value of writing and storytelling, especially around caregiving and loss. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed Barney Walsh about his short film "Love Bug," which he directed and starred in alongside Laurel, who also wrote the film. Barney explained that the film was created collaboratively with Laurel, inspired by their own relationship dynamics, and was written quickly while he was at LAX. They discussed the film's focus on the nuanced conflicts and evolution of a relationship, with a realistic and emotionally mature portrayal of the characters. Barney shared details about the minimalist production, with just the two of them handling all aspects on set, and how practical constraints led to the film's one-take scenes. They also talked about the film's open-ended conclusion and its reception. The conversation touched on Barney's filmmaking background, his preference for collaborative projects, and his future plans to make a feature-length horror film. They also discussed influences like the TV show "Inside No. 9" and horror films, with Barney naming "Suspiria," "Cult of Chucky," and "The Thing" as favorites. https://www.instagram.com/BarnabusWalsh —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed the “Jumping at Shadows” team discussing their latest animated film, Forsaken Father Part 2 Part 1, which is part of a larger series and trilogy. The creative forces Locky and Loki explained the film's hand-drawn animation style, the process of creating and editing the imagery, and the challenges of maintaining audience engagement over 40 minutes. They detailed the collaborative efforts in writing, illustrating, and voice acting, with contributions from Mansour, Isabelle, Tom, and Jett. The team shared insights into character development, thematic elements, and the balance between creative ambitions and practical constraints like budget and time. They also talked about their personal backgrounds, interests outside of filmmaking, and the dynamics of working together as a team. The conversation highlighted the group's dedication to storytelling and their pride in overcoming challenges to bring their creative vision to life. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

Matthew Toffolo interviewed Martin Ryan, an Australian filmmaker and musician, about his 4-minute music video short film "Truth is Dead" under the umbrella of his music project Nemesis Legion. Martin explained that he created original trap and heavy metal music with political themes warning about authoritarianism and the need for critical thinking, then used AI to generate visual content when his network of traditional filmmakers disappeared during COVID. He spent approximately 400 Australian dollars (about £200) on AI video generation through Magic (formerly FreePick) using Stable Diffusion 2.0, which allowed him to control timing to tenths of a second and create solidified characters, though he faced pushback from some viewers who criticized it as "AI slop." Martin discussed the challenges and costs of AI video production, noting that while it's not free, it provides opportunities for independent creators to compete with major studios, though he plans to use more traditional filming techniques for his next project. —- Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.