Focal Point
Focal Point
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Conversations with artists across all industries, taking a deep dive into the nuances, techniques, and philosophies of society's talent.
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The podcast explores themes such as the creative process, personal growth in the arts, and industry challenges. Episodes delve into individual stories, such as Nathan Weidner discussing his film based on personal forgiveness and Bentley Mitchum reflecting on the healing power of music against life's tragedies, highlighting the diverse perspectives and techniques that artists employ.
Conversations with artists across all industries, taking a deep dive into the nuances, techniques, and philosophies of society’s talent.
What if the best film school is a 15×22 basement? Former NationWriter-director Chris Maes breaks down how he turned a tiny room into a soundstage, shot two features with lean crews, and resourceful filmmaking. We dig into Hemisphere and AirShift, the genre twist that saved a stalled script, and the Nat Geo lessons that taught him to prep hard and stay lean.
Chris shares candid night-shoot challenges, smart pre-lighting tactics, and why actor chemistry and small details make low-budget films feel big.
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