Welcome to Trilith Institute Talks!   This episode of Trilith Institute Talks, hosted by Hunter Barcroft, features an engaging conversation with Kurt Kornemann, a seasoned Key Grip with experience on high-profile films such as Spy Kids, Zero Dark Thirty, True Grit, Rushmore, Selena, and Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 3... Kurt walks us through his role on set, the responsibilities of being a Key Grip, and the creative and technical challenges that Key Grips face in the film industry. The discussion also explores Kurt's career journey, from his early fascination with film to his experiences on various movie sets, including his work on Selena and with visionary directors like Quentin Tarantino... He shares insights on the evolution of filmmaking, the impact of filming location on production, and the essence of teamwork in creating cinematic magic. Additionally, film students Matt and AJ share their aspirations and experiences in the industry, highlighting the influence of figures like Robert Rodriguez on their careers. The episode delves into the changes in movie-making techniques, the importance of keeping a crew well-fed, and the future of storytelling in the era of short-form content. Kurt's stories reveal the gritty, thrilling, and often unpredictable world of film production, emphasizing the passion, resilience, and creativity required to succeed in the industry we all love.     Episode Timestamps   00:00 - Sunday Mornings with Selena: A Nostalgic Start / Cold Open 00:16 - Welcome to Trilith Institute Talks: Behind the Scenes with Kurt Kornemann 00:43 - The Life of a Key Grip: Kurt's Journey in Film 03:42 - From PA to Key Grip: Kurt's Path to Success 07:31 - Inspiring the Next Generation: Trilith Institute's Script to Screen Summer Camp 09:04 - The Magic of Filmmaking: Personal Journeys and Inspirations 15:51 - Craft Service: The Unsung Heroes of Film Sets 17:30 - The Evolution of a Film Career: From PA to AD 19:56 - The Future of Filmmaking in the Age of Short-Form Content 20:29 - Exploring the Evolution of Movie Runtimes 21:14 - The Business Model of Short Films 22:24 - Navigating Hollywood's Consolidation and Its Impact 24:11 - Screenwriting Essentials: A Course Overview 24:24 - The Dynamics of Film Production: From Indie to Blockbuster 25:12 - Crafting the Film: The Key Grip's Perspective 30:14 - Adventures and Challenges on International Sets 31:59 - The Economic and Cultural Impact of Filming in Georgia 36:12 - The Personal Journey of a Filmmaker in Georgia 42:52 - Reflecting on the Evolution of Film and Television 45:30 - Closing Thoughts and Podcast Information     Film Industry Terminology In This Episode   Boom - the microphone pole that Boom Operator's (Sound Dept) use to capture sound above actor's heads or outside of the image/ frame of any given shot on a movie or TV show. Key Grip - the leader of the Grip Dept, Key Grip's are typically responsible for all rigging and the shaping of light in any given camera shot. Condor - a very large crane; typically used to hold rigging and light shades/ screens above or to the side of a film set to help shade or shape the light you see on camera Locking Up - the act of making sure a film set is secured and cast/ crew are not needlessly walking around during a take. Could also mean traffic control, if shooting on or near an active roadway.  Dolly - a typically large piece of machinery on wheels that is designed to move a camera along a track at a slow, steady pace. Dollies are used for long tracking shots where the camera "floats" through a set. Color Pass - the edited cut of a film or project that has been processed through color grading, to add whatever changes filmmakers might want to help or change the "look" of the shots that were captured while filming. AD - an abbreviated name for the title of Assistant Director. This term is widely used to address or refer to both the title of Assistant Director itself, or the