Cinema After Dark Podcast

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EP144 | Live w/ Denell Johnson Aug 03, 2017

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Denell Johnson shares a crazy life changing story at the beginning of this episode. He discusses his transition to Los Angeles and some of the lessons he learned while trying to navigate the business side of the film and television industry. He tells a hilarious story involving Don Cheadle, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, John Cho, and Kristen Bell. He also shares a fantastic story about the time he auditioned for Damon Wayans and how he was able to book that job and work with him. We discuss his roles in DEAR WHITE PEOPLE (TV Series), HOUSE OF LIES (TV Series), THE ORVILLE (TV Series), LETHAL WEAPON (TV Series), and NCIS: LOS ANGELES (TV Series). Denell also talks about the web series he wrote and produced, DOGS ARE A WOMAN’S BEST FRIEND. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2695249 https://twitter.com/denellj

EP143 | Live w/ Myah Hollis and Sarah Hawkins Aug 03, 2017

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Myah Hollis and Sarah Hawkins join us and discuss the genesis of OR DIE TRYING, a web series written and created by Myah and executive produced by Sarah. We talk about the promotional concept trailer they shot as a pitch for their crowdfunding campaign, as well as how they were able to launch season one. http://www.odtseries.com/ http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5613014/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm8053109 http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5174038

EP142 | Live w/ Jackie Dallas Jul 31, 2017

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Jackie Dallas shares a cool story about her transition into the entertainment industry. She shares several important pointers for those inspiring to start an acting career. We discuss the impact of her role as Jen on the hit Netflix series, STRANGER THINGS. We also discuss her roles in THE PINING, MR INVINCIBLE and TALK WITH ME. Jackie also announces her upcoming role in the web series, REPRESENT. She is currently producing a feature film titled, LOOK INTO THE FIRE. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6399766/ https://www.jackiedallas.com/

EP141 | Live w/ Jonathan T. Coleman Jul 31, 2017

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Jonathan T. Coleman shares how working for a college radio station was his first exposure to broadcast. He discusses the importance of exercising your creative and rest muscles. We also discuss the methods that he uses to obtain voice-over work. Jonathan reminds us of the importance of selecting the right equipment. He shares several do’s and don’ts that will help anyone looking to start a career in the voice-over industry. In addition to his work in film development and production, and as an established Voice-Over Artist, Jonathan has been developing a cerebral puzzle platformer game (Albatross Game), about time travel, causation, and death with Chad Voss. https://www.jonathantcoleman.com/ http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2994572/

EP140 | Live w/ Ethan Paisley Jul 31, 2017

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Ethan Paisley explains how his YouTube channel, which quickly landed over 600,000 views, taught him the business aspect of filmmaking. Ethan credits social media for jump starting his career and shares several pointers. We discuss THE ART OF ESCAPE, PLAYING THE GAME, POINT 453, INDELIBLE, and the upcoming film, THE ART OF LOVE — a film project under James Franco’s production company, produced by Elysium Bandini. We also discuss the genesis of Ethan’s production company, TAKE 18 ENTERTAINMENT, a company run by a group of film enthusiasts under the age of 18, as well as how much Ethan enjoys producing and directing. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6704806/ https://www.ethanpaisley.com/

EP139 | Live w/ Bentley Michaels Jul 24, 2017

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Bentley Michaels returns with several significant career updates as a Voice-Over Artist. We share several laughs, discuss the voice over services that he offers, and we also discuss two of his latest projects: VOICE OVER VLOG and INCONVENIENCE: A CLERKS MUSICAL. Learn how voice overs are created and produced from one of the industry's best! You don’t want to miss this episode! http://www.bentleymichaels.com/voice https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsvosj3yL5K1nOFPFx5eHCQ

EP138 | Live w/ Jamie Bernadette Jul 23, 2017

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Jamie Bernadette joins us to discuss her love for acting, producing, and writing. We review her latest work, including ALL GIRLS WEEKEND, I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE: DEJA VU, THE 6TH FRIEND, and AMERICAN SATAN. Jamie also shares her appreciation for horror/thriller films, as well as her desire to continue writing and producing more content. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2584117 http://jamiebernadette.com/

EP137 | Live w/ Tim Calandrello Jul 23, 2017

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Tim Calandrello shares a fascinating story about how he was able to break into the industry through the editing room. We discuss his preference for NLE’s and the difference between scripted and documentary editing. We also discuss the genesis of his production company, Twisted Pumpkin Inc. (a film and television production and marketing company that specializes in documentaries, theatrical trailers, and promo campaigns), as well as the importance of creating great trailers for documentary filmmakers. Tim also shares the importance of referrals and explains what it was like working with the likes of Steven Spielberg, Nancy Spielberg, Morgan Spurlock, James Moll, Francis Ford Coppola, Meryl Streep, and many others. He has worked exclusively with musicians and composers including Hans Zimmer, Nathan Wang, The Crystal Method (who also scored Hired Gun), Foo Fighters, Everclear, and others. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1872054

EP136 | Live w/ Lindsay Wilner Jul 08, 2017

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Lindsay Wilner shares how the Sundance Film Festival, and the desire for a career change, inspired her to write her first feature film screenplay, LEDGE DWELLER. She explains how a midlife crisis, and identifying with her protagonist, became the backbone of the story. We discuss the impact of the mid-life on relationships. Lindsay also shares the genesis of her production company, Look and See Film Productions. We also discuss Lindsay’s recent experience in Amsterdam. http://ledgedwellerthemovie.com

EP135 | Live w/ Christine Jace Jul 08, 2017

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Christine Jace explains how playing characters take her out of her shell and are her biggest escape. We discuss her recent roles in and DREAM GIRL and CEO. Christine is also developing a new dramatic short. She looks forward to participating in the 48 Hour Film Festival. Christine is an advocate for animal rights. She shares a fun fact that might make you think of dog food and horse grain differently. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4037381/ http://christinejace.com/

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