Lamp Dock
Lamp Dock
Podcast Description
Interviews with some of the Film & TV Industry‘s top Gaffers, Lighting Designers, and lighting manufacturers. They discuss everything from lighting philosophies & technology, to set politics, and the business of owning lighting gear.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
Explores various aspects of film and television lighting, covering topics such as lighting philosophies, technology innovations, set politics, and the business ownership of lighting gear, with episodes featuring insights from industry veterans on iconic shows and films like Everything Everywhere All at Once and Black Panther.
Interviews with some of the Film & TV Industry‘s top Gaffers, Lighting Designers, and lighting manufacturers. They discuss everything from lighting philosophies & technology, to set politics, and the business of owning lighting gear.
PART ONE
John Alcantara’s journey from a curious kid with an artist dad to one of New York’s most respected gaffers is nothing short of inspiring. In this in-depth interview, John shares how a free PA gig and a crash course in lighting sparked a lifelong passion — leading to major projects like Only Murders in the Building, The Many Saints of Newark, and the Bob Dylan biopic, A Complete Unknown.
We dive into:
• His early struggles and breakthrough moments
• Creative problem-solving in New York’s toughest locations
• Lighting for mood, speed, and story on set
• Behind-the-scenes stories with Steve Martin, Selena Gomez, Meryl Streep & Paul Rudd
• The evolving craft of gaffing in the era of LED and wireless tech
If you’re an aspiring filmmaker, gaffer, or just love behind-the-scenes film talk — this one’s for you.
Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.