Filmmaking Friends with Ryan Little

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KRISTOPHER KIMLIN: Directing 2nd Unit on the "House of David" television series Jul 19, 2026

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In this epsidoe Ryan chats with full-time filmmaker, DP / Director and good friend KRISTOPHER KIMLIN about how he prepares to block shoot 2nd Unit on the successful television series "House of David" on Amazon.

MATTHEW RIVERA: Shooting the "Homestead" television series Jun 24, 2026

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In this episode Ryan interviews Cinematographer and good friend MATTHEW RIVERA about his experience of being the Director of Photography on the TV series "HOMESTEAD." They talk in depth about the camera and lens choice for the show as well as creative ways to keep things viusally fresh.

Guest: Mattthew Rivera / Instagram - matthewrivera

ERIC GEYNES: The Chubbuck Acting Technique Jan 02, 2026

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In this Episode Ryan chats it up with good friend and actor ERIC GEYNES (Emily in Paris, Carême, The Bureau) about how he uses the "Chubbuck Acting Technique" to create a more authentic performance.

ERIC GEYNES - Chubbuck Techique Coach

Instagram: ericgeynescoach

20th Anniversary of "Saints and Soldiers" Q&A Feb 25, 2025

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In celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the award-winning film "Saints and Soldiers" a special screening was held followed by an engaging Q&A with Cast and Crew moderated by actor Doug Jones.

KELLY SCHWARZE: How to Make a Micro Budget Feature Jul 12, 2024

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In this episode Ryan chats it up with fellow filmmmaker KELLY SCHWARZE about his amazing book "What Film Schools Don't Tell You" and his amazing approach to making Micro Budget Feature films.

Guest: Kelly Schwarze (Film Director / Producer) Instagram: @directorkelly

Host: Ryan Little (Film Director / Cinematographer) Instagram: @ryanlittle_director

STEVE VITOLO: Scriptation - The Film Directors Best Friend Apr 13, 2024

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In this episode Ryan talks with STEVE VITOLO the creator of the filmmaking app SCRIPTATION. This is app is a Film Directors best friend! It not only saves trees by going digital, but it will also save any Filmmaker a TON of time through the process of making a movie or working on a TV series.

GUEST: Steve Vitolo

https://scriptation.com/

CHRISTIE WILL: How to be an Effective Film Director Jan 24, 2024

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In this episode Ryan talks with filmmaking friend CHRISTIE WILL (Director, Producer and Screenwriter) about her very impressive career in which she shares insight on the things she has learned from directing over 40+ films. An amazing conversation full of tips for any inspiring feature film director out there. Thanks Christie for taking the time to be on the show. You're awesome!

CHRISTIE WILL

Website - www.christiewillfilms.com

Instagram - www.instagram.com/christiewillwolf?igsh=NWk0cTl4dnhrMzky

DOUG JONES: Creating Amazing Movie Characters Aug 28, 2023

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In this episode Ryan chats with actor DOUG JONES (Shape of Water, Hell Boy, Hocus Pocus) about the iconic movie characters he has created for the big screen. Doug also shares his love for a good cup of hot chocolate and a Christmas movie.

DOUG JONES: Instagram, X (Twitter) and Facebook - @actordougjones

Villians Incorporated (w Jeremy Warner, Matt Moen and Cast) Aug 05, 2023

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In this episode Ryan talks with the Filmmakers and Actors of the comedy VILLAINS INCORPORATED in front of a live audience at the Desertscape International Film Festival. They share their funny stories about how they got this great movie made.

JUDITH WESTON: Directing Actors Apr 23, 2023

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In this episode Ryan talks with author JUDITH WESTON about her amazing and must-read book "Directing Actors." Judith explains tools and techniques directors can use to help them work better with their actors to create memorable performances.

JUDITH WESTON (Guest) - https://www.judithweston.com

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