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Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett on Ready or Not 2, Scream, and Directing as a Duo Mar 24, 2026

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The kings of modern horror-comedy are here! Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (the filmmaking collective Radio Silence who made Scream and Scream VI) join Dom Lenoir and Conor Boru to discuss their blood-soaked new theatrical hit, Ready or Not 2: Here I Come (2026). In this deep-dive interview, Matt and Tyler reveal why they decided to return to the universe of their 2019 breakout hit, how they managed to pick up the story on the exact same day seven years later, and the joy of torturing Samara Weaving all over again. We also discuss assembling a dream horror cast including Kathryn Newton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Elijah Wood, and director David Cronenberg. The duo breaks down their collaborative process on set, the lessons they learned from directing franchises, and how to successfully balance terrifying tension with laugh-out-loud comedy. A masterclass for any filmmaker looking to make an impact in the genre space!

'Ready or Not 2: Here I Come' is out NOW in cinemas Radio Silence, Ready or Not 2, Ready or Not Movie, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler Gillett, Samara Weaving, Kathryn Newton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Scream 6, Horror Filmmaking, Directing Masterclass, Filmmakers Podcast, Giles Alderson, David Cronenberg, Indie Horror. For more filmmaking interviews like this subscribe to our channel and / or head to our website www.thefilmmakerspodcast.com

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How to Direct Romance & Drama: Vanessa Caswill on Adapting a Bestseller 'Reminders of Him' Mar 17, 2026

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In this episode, host ⁠Conor Boru⁠ sits down with director ⁠Vanessa Caswill⁠ to discuss her latest feature, Reminders of Him.

Vanessa is an English director and screenwriter known for her work across television and film, including the BBC miniseries Thirteen, Little Women, and the feature Love at First Sight.

Her latest film follows a young mother who, after serving time in prison, attempts to rebuild a relationship with her daughter. Facing hostility from nearly everyone around her — except a bar owner with unexpected ties to the child — she must confront her past in order to create the possibility of a better future.

In the episode, they discuss:

Vanessa Caswill’s career journey from TV into feature filmmaking

The creative challenges of adapting a bestselling novel

Practical directing techniques for working with young actors

Production challenges and problem-solving on set

Emotional storytelling and performance-driven filmmaking

Why protecting your own creative voice is essential in the industry

...and so much more! Enjoy!

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RE-RELEASE 'Hamnet' Producer Liza Marshall on How to Produce TV dramas with Temple, Riviera, Taboo Mar 14, 2026

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We are delighted re-release this episode with Hamnet producer and TV producer Liza Marshall as she gears up for the Oscars this week!

Hosted by Giles Alderson and co-host Dom Lenoir, we sit down and chat about her experience as a producer and how she went about making TV dramas such as 'The Sins', 'Fields of Gold', 'Taboo', 'Honour' and 'Temple' and the feature films, 'Welcome to the Punch', 'Springsteen & I' and 'Before I Go To Sleep'.

We talk about how he started off working as a producer for the BBC, as well as how she worked her way up, to where she is today. She discusses how she finds writers, as well as giving constructive feedback on various different screenplays. We dive deep into the difference between film and TV and how to go about pitching them to various producers in the industry.

We talk pitching, working in the writers room and we discuss how the terrific Temple came about

We can't wait for you to hear this weeks episode with Liza. You don't want to miss it! Enjoy!

Temple is now available on Sky

Temple is a British medical crime drama television series. Created by Mark O'Rowe, and starring Mark Strong, Carice Van Houten and Daniel Mays, it is based on the Norwegian drama Valkyrien, and premiered 13 September 2019 on Sky One

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Episode 500 Special! Filmmaking Advice: Audience Q&A, IndieFilm determination & Director Secrets with Giles Alderson, Dom Lenoir and Phil Hawkins Mar 09, 2026

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We made it to Episode 500! 🎉

After 9 years, over 600 hours of audio, and interviews with hundreds of the greatest directors, writers, actors and producers in the world, The Filmmakers Podcast is celebrating its 500th episode the best way we know how: by turning the microphones over to YOU.

In this massive milestone episode, hosts and working filmmakers Giles Alderson (The Dare), Dom Lenoir (Winter Ridge), and Phil Hawkins (Robin and the Hoods) sit down to answer your audience questions. We strip back the curtain on our own filmmaking journeys, share the brutal realities of the indie hustle, and reflect on the greatest pieces of advice we’ve gathered from half a thousand episodes.

From chatting about micro-budget producing to remembering our legendary sit-downs with cinematic titans like Sam Raimi, Paul Schrader, Steven Knight, Ari Aster, Chris McQuarrie and Zack Snyder, this episode is a love letter to the independent filmmaking community that makes this show possible.

In this 500th Episode Q&A, we discuss:

The Origin Story: How the podcast started as a chat between friends in 2017.
The "Host" Hustle: How Giles, Dom, and Phil balance making actual feature films with running lives and the podcast.
The Greatest Advice: The best lessons we've learned from 500 episodes about overcoming the fear of failure, financing indie films, and surviving on set.
Your Questions Answered: Tackling the biggest hurdles our listeners are facing right now in 2026.
What’s Next? For the hosts and where the podcast goes from here!

Thank you for 500 episodes of listening, sharing, and making movies. We are in the business of making films, not just talking about them—now go get your next project made!

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Subscribe on Apple Podcasts & Spotify!
Leave us a 5-star review (it helps us get to episode 1,000!)
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The HOSTS films The Dare, Winter Ridge, Robin and the Hoods and many more are available to watch. Please do watch and support us.

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Steven Knight & Hannah Walters: Creating A Thousand Blows, Peaky Blinders & Boiling Point Mar 02, 2026

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On this weeks The Filmmakers Podcast are legendary creator Steven Knight (Peaky Blinders) and powerhouse actress/producer Hannah Walters (Boiling Point) who join Dom Lenoir (Winter Ridge) to discuss their hit Disney+ series, A Thousand Blows (2026).

We delve into the true history of the Forty Elephants gang, the art of writing historical thrillers, and what it takes to produce high-end drama for global streamers. Steven also shares updates on the Peaky Blinders movie and writing the new James Bond, while Hannah discusses her mission with Matriarch Productions and her role as Eliza Moody. A masterclass in television architecture and independent producing.

A Thousand Blows is OUT NOW on Disney and Hulu

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Making a microbudget indiefilm, Crowdfunding to Apple TV: The Story of 'Time Rewind' with writer-director Lincoln Fenner & actor Tim Cullingworth-Hudson Feb 27, 2026

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In this episode, hosts Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir sit down with writer-director-producer Lincoln Fenner and lead actor Tim Cullingworth-Hudson to talk about their time-travel feature Time Rewind (2025) — an ambitious independent film made on a very limited budget that went on to win multiple festival awards and secure international distribution on Apple TV.

In their conversation, they discuss:

Building a creative partnership based on trust, passion, and shared commitment

The nearly decade-long journey of developing the film

Writing the complexities and internal logic of a time-travel story
Crowdfunding the project and navigating indie financing realities

Creative problem-solving when working with limited resources

The importance of perseverance, collaboration, and trusting your instincts

TIME REWIND is out NOW! | TRAILER

A man wakes with amnesia suspected of the murder of his teenage daughter and finds he must travel back to 1989 to save her from a bullying accident that is destined to claim her life.

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How Bart Layton Turned a Novella into an 85% Rotten Tomatoes Hit with latest feature film Crime 101 Feb 19, 2026

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BAFTA-winning filmmaker Bart Layton (The Imposter, American Animals) joins Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir to discuss his massive new crime thriller, Crime 101 (2026).

In this deep-dive interview, Bart reveals how he assembled a powerhouse cast including Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Halle Berry, and Barry Keoghan. We discuss his process for adapting Don Winslow’s novella, why he prefers 'character-driven tension' over CGI spectacle, and the technical challenges of filming high-speed car chases on the L.A. freeways.
Whether you’re a fan of Michael Mann-style thrillers or looking to learn how to bridge the gap between documentary and fiction, this is a masterclass you cannot miss.

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& every comment helps us share the film’s important message with
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Help us out and Subscribe, listen and review us on iTunes, Spotify,
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Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!

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Theme Music by John J. Harvey

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The Nun Director Corin Hardy: From Music Videos to Sundance to Hollywood Horror 'WHISTLE' Feb 14, 2026

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In this episode, host Giles Alderson (The Dare) sits down with acclaimed director Corin Hardy for an in-depth conversation about craft, career trajectory, and working within the horror genre.

Corin Hardy is an award-winning filmmaker, illustrator, sculptor, and writer known for a striking visual style that blends the macabre with the epic and the beautiful. After studying theatre design at Wimbledon School of Art, Hardy created the award-winning stop-motion short Butterfly (2004), which launched his directing career. He went on to direct acclaimed music videos for major artists, before making his feature debut with The Hallow, which premiered at Sundance and won multiple international awards.

He later directed the global horror hit The Nun, part of The Conjuring Universe, and most recently completed his latest feature Whistle.

In this episode, we discuss:

Corin’s early creative upbringing and DIY beginnings in practical FX
Transitioning from shorts and music videos into feature filmmaking
The making and impact of his debut feature The Hallow
How he landed the directing role on The Nun
Working within major studio franchises vs independent filmmaking
His newest feature Whistle and what audiences can expect
Crafting visual storytelling through storyboarding

...and so much more!

A must-listen episode for directors, horror fans, and anyone interested in the intersection of visual design, genre storytelling, and career progression in the film industry.

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& every comment helps us share the film’s important message with
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Lee Hutchings

Marli J Monroe

Karen Newman

Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!

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The Filmmakers Podcast is written and produced by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson

Edited by @tobiasvees

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Theme Music by John J. Harvey

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SEND HELP: Sam Raimi (Evil Dead), Zainab Azizi & actor Dylan O’Brien on creating an Original Thriller for Cinema Feb 12, 2026

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Welcome back to The Filmmakers Podcast!
Filmmakers, today is a massive double-header. We are taking a deep dive into the survival horror sensation that everyone is talking about: Send Help.
In the first half, we are joined by the architectural minds behind the film. First, he is a man who needs no introduction — the architect of modern horror and the superhero blockbuster. From the cabin in the woods of Evil Dead to the original Spider-Man trilogy and the madness of Doctor Strange, please welcome the legendary Sam Raimi!
He is joined by his powerhouse producing partner and the President of Raimi Productions, Zainab Azizi. Zainab has been the driving force behind a string of recent hits, including the high-concept thriller 65, the Netflix hit Don't Move, and the upcoming Locked. Together, they break down how they navigated a grueling 11-week shoot in Australia and Thailand to bring this visceral story to life.
Then, in part two, we sit down with the film’s co-lead. He’s an actor who has evolved from a YA icon in The Maze Runner into one of the most versatile performers working today — shining in everything from Love and Monsters to playing Dan Aykroyd in Saturday Night and his award-winning turn in Twinless. He is here to talk about playing the boss-from-hell turned helpless survivor: Dylan O’Brien!
Grab your notebooks... let’s welcome Sam Raimi, Zainab Azizi, and Dylan O’Brien!

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Big thank you to:

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Lee Hutchings

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Karen Newman

Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!

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The Filmmakers Podcast is written and produced by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson

Edited by @tobiasvees

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Theme Music by John J. Harvey

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Making the BAFTA-Nominated 'I SWEAR': Producers Piers Tempest & Georgia Bayliff + Director Kirk Jones Feb 03, 2026

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In this special episode, we go behind the scenes of the 6-time BAFTA-nominated film I Swear (2026) with the filmmaking team!

In Part 1, Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir sit down with producers Piers Tempest (The Wife, William Tell) and Georgia Bayliff (Paradise Highway) from Tempo Productions. They discuss the reality of financing independent British drama in 2026, how they packaged a film about Tourette’s syndrome as a crowd-pleasing theatrical event, and the role of a producer during a busy awards season.

In Part 2, Giles and Dom are joined by writer/director Kirk Jones (Waking Ned, Nanny McPhee, Everybody’s Fine). Kirk reveals why he returned to his indie roots for this passion project, the challenge of directing Robert Aramayo's transformative performance (nominated for Best Actor), and how he raised finance and balanced humor with the gritty reality of the true story.

I Swear is OUT NOW on PRIME VIDEO

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& every comment helps us share the film’s important message with
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Karen Newman

Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!

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