In the podcast episode "E126S4 - Going Viral" by Aimme La Joie, Christine W Chen and special guest Amy Joie discuss their experiences in the entertainment industry, focusing on TikTok trends and the challenges faced by content creators. Amy Joie shares the origin of her popular "Film Crew" TikTok trend. The conversation also covers viral videos, industry trends, and the impact of social media on careers in the film industry. The podcast delves into the challenges of the film industry,...

In Episode 125 of the Get Reelisms Podcast, the hosts welcome Adam Linkehelt, a director, producer, editor, and short filmmaker, to discuss his short film "The Unreliables." The film revolves around a father who discovers his ex-wife's passing and grapples with telling his children. Katie, a producer on "Unreliable," is introduced, and her children play pivotal roles in the film, bringing a unique set of challenges. Adam talks about the tough but rewarding experience of working with five and...

In Episode 124 of the Get Reelisms Podcast, co-hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen introduce, Loren Maxine, an independent film producer, writer, and director of web series "Home Girls". "Home Girls," revolves around four close friends in their twenties living in LA, depicting their day-to-day lives. Each episode is around eight to 10 minutes long and is set in one of the character's living rooms. Loren discusses the challenges faced during the production, including a technical...

In Episode 123 of the Get Reelisms Podcast, hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen welcome Nik Pelecki, a freelance DP from Canada.. Nik shares his journey into the film industry, starting with his first camera, a Canon T2i, and his early projects, including a music video for his indie rock band. He emphasizes the importance of learning on the job and faking it until making it. Nik discusses his entry into the commercial space, where larger projects approached him despite his initial lack...

In Episode 122 of the Get Reelisms Podcast, hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen share their experiences working in the film industry. Adam introduces special guest Mike Pariseau, whose background in greens work and special effects was facilitated by his father-in-law, a well-known production designer. Mike talks about his transition to being a filmmaker and shares details about his first horror film project, supposedly based on a true story. The hosts discuss Mike's journey from...

In Episode 121 of the Get Reelisms Podcast, hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen discuss various issues in the film industry. They begin by addressing the recent strike by SAG AFTRA, highlighting concerns about clauses in contracts and the need for fairness and equal pay. Independent films have the option to get an interim contract to avoid crossing picket lines. The hosts discuss Taylor's fundraising efforts for her short film "Love, Angie" and the collaborative filmmaking process. They...

In this episode of the podcast, hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen discuss various aspects of the film industry and their experiences. They touch upon the current mini-shutdown in the industry and how it's an opportune time for organizing and updating resumes and websites. Adam shares his use of this time for editing projects and watching movies, highlighting a recent trend in Asian American content. The hosts discuss the importance of timeless films, mentioning films like "The...

In Episode 119 of the Get Reelisms Podcast, hosts Adam Chase Rani,, Christine Chen explore the dynamics of introverts in active environments, with Adam emphasizing his extroverted nature and the importance of constructive feedback. The hosts share a humorous story involving shrooms and discuss the potential dangers of excessive cannabis consumption. The episode touches on ongoing projects, including post-production for the Austin short film "Adequate Spice" and setting goals for oneself and...

In this episode of the Get Reelisms Podcast, the hosts welcome listeners and discuss various topics related to their work in Austin, Texas. They touch upon their experiences in Waco while working on a short film called "Catan" and mention editing a documentary about the transgender community. The conversation covers the challenges of adapting to new identities, potential future projects after Colorado, and an interview with a transgender male drag queen named Ruby. The hosts also discuss...

In Episode 117 of the Get Reelisms podcast, hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen welcome guest Mye Hoang to discuss the documentary, "Cat Daddies." The episode covers topics such as seed funding and Kickstarter, finding subjects for the documentary, the challenges of being a first-time filmmaker, and the impact of the pandemic on travel and production. The conversation delves into the unique aspects of casting cats, the size of the crew, and shooting in New York. Mye shares her transition...

In Episode 116 of Get Reelisms, special guest Christian Russo, a writer, director, and producer, discusses his film "No Loss No Gain." The episode covers various aspects, including when the film was made and released, the unexpected benefits of quarantine, and the challenges of producing a first film. Russo shares insights into the film's budget, filming in a real bank in Louisiana, and the importance of test screenings. The conversation delves into the unique visual opportunities and...

In episode115 of the Get Reelisms podcast, Academy Award winning documentary filmmaker, Cynthia Wade joins as a guest. The discussion begins with Cynthia's introduction and her journey into documentary filmmaking, which started during her junior year of college. She shares her experiences working in homeless shelters and how it relates to the documentary filmmaking process. The conversation explores the slow pace of change in the industry and the chaos of editing a documentary. Cynthia...

In episode 114 of the Get Reelisms podcast, Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen discuss what it is like to get fired on set.. The discussion continues with updates on the writer's strike and the importance of being cautious about what one posts on social media, as even the smallest details can have consequences. The conversation delves into the dynamics of Hollywood and the presence of full PR teams for many individuals. The hosts emphasize the need to navigate politics and business in the...

In episode 113 of the Get Reelisms podcast, the host begins by wishing John Cusack a happy birthday and reflecting on the ups and downs leading up to his own birthday. They discuss working on an awesome set with Michael Cera and touch on the differences in how unions work in the film industry. The focus then shifts to the current writer's strike, explaining its impact on writers, the streaming industry, and the reasons behind the removal of shows from streaming libraries. The effects of a...

In episode 112 of the Get Reelisms podcast, the hosts introduce the founders of PA Bootcamp, Leigh and Chuck. They discuss the PA Bootcamp origins in 2004. They talk about how sets have changed over the years and the ongoing evolution of the industry. There are discussions about the current happenings in the industry, including rumors of unionizing production assistants and the shift from paper to digital vouchers. The differences between how things are run in the US and internationally,...

In episode 111 of the Get Reelisms podcast, the hosts Christine Chen and Adan Rani reflect on the beginning of the podcast and reconnecting with old film friends. They discuss their experiences touring with Hollywood film buddies and the challenges of the grind in the industry, particularly as one gets older. The importance of appreciating people who take their time and the high costs of organizing screenings are highlighted, especially for short films. The episode delves into exploring ways...

In episode 110 of the Get Reelisms podcast, Christine Chen introduces special guest, Leighton ‘Ty’ McLeod, an actor in the Austin film industry. The conversation begins with Adam Chase Rani sharing his journey into the Austin film industry and becoming a "jack of all trades" behind the camera. They discuss the growth of the Texas film industry and the unique dynamics of the small community in Austin. The discussion then shifts to acting, with advice for actors struggling with casting and the...

In episode109 of the Get Reelisms podcast, the hosts welcome special guest Alex Walker and Rob Moore, both from the camera department on the recent feature film, A Christmas in New Hope, 1st AD’d be co-host Christine Chen. They start by discussing lunch and joking about spoiling an NDA for a Christmas film. The conversation then turns to the best part of the shoot, including fake snow and Texas-sized snowmen on set. They introduce Rob Moore, the 1st AC, aka focus puller. Alex shares his...

In episode 108 of the Get Reelisms podcast, the hosts, Christine Chen and Adam Rani, discuss various topics related to film festivals, challenges, and the upcoming Oscars. They begin by reflecting on their experiences at the SXSW Film Festival and supporting other filmmakers. They mention specific films they watched, such as "Her-icanes" by Olivia Kwan. The hosts also talk about quickfire challenges and how limited resources can spur creativity. They share ideas for short film festivals and...

In episode 107 of the Get Reelisms Podcast, Michelle Casanova and Christine Chen discuss their journey in the film industry. Michelle shares her experience of making her first film in less than five days and how it aligned with her vision. They talk about the evolution of film equipment and the impact of technology on the industry. Michelle also discusses her work with Moth to Flame, creating concept commercials for brands like Girl Scouts and Beatbox Beverages. They emphasize the importance...

In episode 106 of the Get Reelisms Podcast, the hosts introduce special guest, Marsha Skinner and her journey in the film industry. They discuss how Marsha got started in filmmaking and Marsha shares her own story of entering the industry. The conversation emphasizes the importance of passion-driven work and the trials and rewards of being on set. They talk about the lightbulb moments that sparked their passion for filmmaking and the satisfaction of seeing projects come to fruition. The...

In episode 105, special guest Andre Harrison discusses his background in the film industry, including his move to London. He shares how he got started making short films and funded his first feature. The focus then shifts to his film "Summer" and the process of writing and filming it. Andre talks about the improvisation on set and the quick writing process. He also touches on the challenges and advantages of working with a small crew. The conversation delves into the importance of trust,...

Josh Segundo a local Austin filmmaker talks about his journey starting off in the grip and electric department and making his way to his directorial debut. Learn more about Josh's new film "Where do we Go?"

Mike Uva has been a grip for many years. He recounts many of his on set stories and we take a trip down memory lane and talk about the changes that the film industry has taken since he has retired and what he does now that he is Santa!