🎥 Topics Covered:

• Phillip’s unforgettable crash on the vintage Vespa before the first shot

• The chaos and comedy of shooting complex green screen scenes on day one

• Blending practical and visual effects, including glowing grenades and mutant faces

• How the Clone Cops aesthetic was shaped on-set, shot by shot

• The challenges of directing stunts without a stunt coordinator

• Cinematography inspiration from Dean Cundey and 80s sci-fi classics

• The team’s indie VFX approach, including screen replacements and weapon effects

• How the Clone Cops team built a safe, high-vibe film set with a ten-hour-day philosophy

• Reflections on what the director and DP would do differently in future productions
 

🎤 Notable Quotes:

• “The first thing that happened on day one was a wreck… and we hadn’t even rolled a shot yet.” – Corey Allen

• “Every decision I made on set for VFX… was wrong. I learned a lot.” – Charles Royce

• “We had no business making this movie without that helmet. It became our brand.” – Phillip Cordell

• “If you want to find Zen… just drive a scooter into a wall.” – Danny Dones
 

📌 Key Takeaways for Filmmakers:

✅ Be flexible — your best-laid plans will be tested on day one

✅ Have a VFX supervisor and experienced crew on set to avoid costly mistakes

✅ Blend practical effects with CGI enhancements for indie-level magic

✅ Think intentionally about coverage and inserts — especially when you’re also the editor

✅ Stick to your budget, but don’t sacrifice safety or the vibe on set

🛠 Next Episode Preview:

Get ready for some behind-the-scenes cast stories as the filmmakers sit down with actors from the Clone Cops universe to share hilarious anecdotes and insight into their characters.

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🎙 Meet the Team:

• Corey Allen – Cinematographer

• Phillip Cordell – Co-writer, Actor, Producer

• Danny Dones – Co-writer, Director

• Charles Royce – Producer, VFX Supervisor

This podcast isn’t just for fans of the film—it’s also for aspiring filmmakers looking to learn from real-world experiences in indie film production. Expect candid discussions, valuable insights, and a whole lot of fun along the way.

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