We are thrilled to present the Season 3 Finale of The FilmUp Podcast! Thank you for tuning in and joining us on this exciting journey. Today, we have the absolute pleasure of introducing our incredible guests, Tye Sheridan and Nikola Todorovic, the brilliant minds behind Wonder Dynamics. Wonder Dynamics has completely transformed the industry with their groundbreaking AI tool, which seamlessly animates, illuminates, and composes CG characters into live-action scenes. With over $11 Million...

Get ready for a fun filled episode with two incredibly talented self made filmmakers, Martha McGuirk & Katie Lambert. Martha and Katie are the founders of MrMr Films based in London. MrMr includes a spread of brilliant freelance producers; and is committed to supporting innovative new directors, producers and writers.  They became established in music videos and commercials, winning awards such as MVAs, Creative Circle and Cannes lions and have worked with clients including Harry...

Our next guest creates some of the most iconic stop motion fiber animation you’ll ever see. The level of detail, patience, and persistence involved in her work is simply indescribable. Please welcome Andrea Love to The FilmUp Podcast! Andrea is an award winning stop motion director, animator and fiber artist. Her passion for all things wool has made her a force in the growing field of felt animation. With an audience of over 4.5 million across Instagram and TikTok, Andrea uses her platform to...

When it comes to filmmaking, it truly takes a village. There are countless departments and roles, each playing a vital part in the creation of a production. Often times, the true measure of their success is not defined by what immediately catches your attention, but rather in the subtle nuances that blend into the overall experience. Today, we are privileged to have a guest whose exceptional work often goes unnoticed, yet has undoubtedly left a mark on the series and films you’ve seen. Please...

The process behind making a film is changing forever right before our eyes. The emergence of the first still photograph ignited a digital revolution, paving the way for the cutting-edge media technology we enjoy today, whether it's films on the big screen, television content, or the media we consume on our devices. Now we have a new player in the mix, Artificial Intelligence. We wanted learn more about the profound impact AI will have on the film industry so we found the perfect person with...

This was such a fun episode, with great energy and even greater insights. We are so excited to share it with you. Please welcome our next guest, Emil Nava, to The FilmUp Podcast ⚡️ Emil is a director with over 23 billion views across projects and has proven himself to be one of the most globally impactful creatives in the industry. He has worked in the music video and commercial spaces for over a decade, collaborating with artists including Rihanna, Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Kid...

The man, the myth, the legend! Please welcome the great Roman Coppola to The FilmUp Podcast. As the son of the legendary Francis Ford Coppola, Roman shares his unique journey through the film industry, carving his own path and paving the way for his own success. Roman is a director, screenwriter, producer and entrepreneur. He serves as president of the film company American Zoetrope which has produced some of the most important films in American cinema and has received fifteen Academy...

Join us on a journey as we take an exclusive look behind the scenes of the captivating world of film scoring, led by our next guest, Marco Beltrami. In this episode, we will explore how Marco got his start in the industry and his signature style which has earned him credits on some of the world’s biggest box office hits.  Marco is a two-time Oscar nominated music composer with over 120 TV and film credits over a 25-year career in the industry. He’s composed music for iconic projects...

A film is not simply limited to what you see on the screen. In fact, a film has a life that extends far beyond its on-screen presence - from its inception to its reception, and beyond. Our next guest has made it her mission to explore the full cycle of a film's life and its potential impact on its audience and the world. Please welcome Keisha Senter to The FilmUp Podcast. Keisha is the Senior Vice President of Culture and Impact at Monkeypaw Productions where she produces mission-driven...

A remarkable journey from humble beginnings to collaborating with some of the most renowned artists on the planet, this episode delves into a transformative story of perseverance – from nights spent in the car to being honored at the VMAs for exceptional cinematography. Please welcome Rob Witt to The FilmUp Podcast. Rob is a Director of Photography known for his striking style, and feel for alluring imagery. He began his career in the San Francisco Bay Area shooting local bands and hip-hop...

Have you ever heard the phrase, how far would you go to get the shot? Well our next guest took that to an entirely new level shooting a production that involved hanging from a cliff. Please welcome Clair Popkin to The FilmUp Podcast.  Clair is an Emmy Award Winning Cinematographer working mainly in the commercial, documentary and film fields. His recent credits include National Geographic’s Oscar and Emmy winning feature length documentary: “Free Solo”, the Netflix series “Inside Bills...

Our next guest Johannes Lovund lives a very simple life in Norway unless he is jet setting around the world making content for the masses!  Johannes is a director, producer, and photographer for the award winning Music Producer, Kygo. He is also the Co-founder and CEO of Palm Tree Productions, a joint venture between himself and the Norwegian DJ and Music Producer Kygo. His latest projects include productions featuring Joe Jonas, Shawn Mendes, Rita Ora, Dean Lewis, Harry Hudson, Frank...

Get ready for an unforgettable story about how our next guest hustled from Australia to LA to become Jason Derulo’s videographer (and roommate) and created content streamed by hundreds of millions of people around the world. Please welcome David Strib to The FilmUp Podcast. Australian born, David made his way over to the states when he got his first big break at 19 to become the Creative Director for the one and only Jason Derulo. He steadily grew his career leading up Jason’s TikTok and...

What’s a better way to spend the day after the Oscars than with us on The FilmUp Podcast! Join us for a chat with the wonderful Michelle Chung, known for her amazing work on the Oscar-sweeping Everything Everywhere All at Once. Michelle is a Los Angeles based makeup artist known for her work on the Oscar Winning film Everything Everywhere All at Once, The Terminal List, Boo Bitch and more. She has been working in film and television for over 15 years and is a proud member of the IATSE...

Did you watch Rihanna's Halftime Show at Super Bowl LVII? If you did, you are going to be particularly interested in our next guest! We are excited to welcome Sean Flannery to The FilmUp Podcast! Sean is an incredibly talented Steadicam Operator. He has worked on various live concerts and performances of major musical artists including Luke Bryan, Adele, Smokey Robinson, Norah Jones, TI, and more. He now primarily operates the Trinity 2 Steadicam for commercials and live shows including the...

We are excited to welcome Jon Brandon Cruz to The FilmUp Podcast! Cruz is a content creator and video magician for some of the biggest celebrities and companies in the world, including Selena Gomez, Will Smith and The Rock. In his 15 year career, his videos have garnered over a billion views. And aside from videos, Cruz is passionate about mental health awareness and spreading the message of work/life balance, having boundaries with technology and practicing mindful living. Cruz is also a...

Please welcome the multi-award winning producer, screenwriter, director, show runner and head of content for Westbrook Media to The FilmUp Podcast!! Lukas has been with Westbrook since 2017, where he helped oversee the launch of the company’s efforts into the digital space - most notably Will Smith’s social & digital platforms along with the company’s successful slate of original content across Facebook, Snapchat, Youtube Originals, Roku & Oculus & beyond. He has created &...

When you watch a movie, have you ever wondered where the fake dead bodies come from? You may know our next guest from some of our most recent social media posts garnering millions of views. Posts include showcasing artificial disembodied figures, gut-spilling torsos, severed limbs, or decapitated heads! And with that introduction, please welcome Tenille Shockey to The FilmUp Podcast! Tenille has been a Special Makeup effects artist for 15 years in Toronto. Primarily working for MindwarpFX....

Please welcome the incredible Filmmaker and Award-winning Director of Photography Rina Yang to The FilmUp Podcast!! Rina is a Director of Photography originally from Japan, based in London. She has an extensive background in commercials and music videos working with many notable brands and artists including Nike, Apple, Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Sam Smith and many more.   Her recent feature and TV projects include; Flint Strong for MGM studios,, EUPHORIA Season 2 Episode 6, 'NANNY' a Sundance...

Have you ever wondered how to make your content go viral? or crack the social algorithm to work in your favor? Well, if you have, you're in luck because our next guest has the answers! Please welcome to Derral Eves to The FilmUp Podcast! In this episode, we discuss how Derral cracked the code to make content go viral before viral was a thing. He shares his experiences working with Mr. Beast, producing the series The Chosen (which has over 100M streams), and so much more. Derral is a Wall...

It's not everyday where you connect to the remarkable talent behind the Disney Marvel Universe. On today's episode, we did just that! We are so excited to welcome the incredibly talented Kat Coiro to The FilmUp Podcast. Kat is a director, producer and writer that continues to be at the forefront of the industry. 2022 was a big year with her studio directorial debut Marry Me starring Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson as well as She-Hulk, which she directed and executive produced for Marvel...

From Bar-Mitzvahs to Hollywood Productions like Euphoria. Our next guest is responsible for some of the most iconic stills and behind the scene photos you have of seen from your favorite shows. We are thrilled to welcome the phenomenally talented Eddy Chen to The FilmUp Podcast. Eddy is a Taiwanese American Photographer that lives, works, and plays in sunny Los Angeles. Eddy photographs some of the most amazing talent in Hollywood. He is best known for his film stills and his editorial...

All he had was a vision and dream, and he did everything he could to make his way to becoming the Cinematographer he is today. When you know you know. That is the origin story of our next guest, Nick Mahar. Nick is an accomplished commercial cinematographer based in Los Angeles. He has worked on projects for top clients around the world, including Marvel, Meta, Google, Ryan Reynolds, Macklemore, Logic, and many others. Originally from the Bay Area, Nick’s upbringing had a profound influence...

It is rare to come across someone who has so much humility coupled with so much accomplishment all in one. Today, we did just that. Please welcome Taylor Stephens to The FilmUp Podcast Taylor is a Director, Editor and Videographer who has worked in film and social media for over a decade. His most recent claim to fame is being the creator behind Jack Black's youtube channel, Jablinksi Games. He has collaborated with notable celebrities and brands including The Rock, Reese Witherspoon,...

It's not everyday you get to see the faces behind the voices of your favorite animated stars. Well today, we did! Please meet the our next guest on The FilmUp Podcast, Sarah Natochenny. Sarah is an actor and film editor. She is also an award winning voice actor best known for her work as Ash Ketchum on Pokémon for the last 16 years which is currently in Its 25th season. Since 2006, she's been a go-to actor for protagonists in many animated series like Marian in Robin Hood, Tinkerbell in...