Beyond The Scenes
Beyond The Scenes
Podcast Description
Welcome to Beyond the Scenes, the podcast that takes you on an intimate journey into the lives of the creative minds.
Join us as we sit down with filmmakers, musicians, writers, and other artists to uncover the stories behind the scenes—the passions, struggles, and triumphs that fuel their artistry beyond their public personas.
Each episode, we dive deep into conversations that reveal the human side of these creatives, exploring their personal experiences, inspirations, and the unique paths they've walked.
Beyond the Scenes offers a glimpse into the hearts and minds of the people behind the
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The show explores various themes in the creative industry, focusing on personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs. Topics include the impact of cultural backgrounds on creative expression, the importance of personal development in filmmaking, and discussions about resilience in professional growth, with specific episodes addressing subjects like migration, the balance of personal life and art, and creative collaboration.
Welcome to Beyond the Scenes, the podcast that takes you on an intimate journey into the lives of the creative minds.
Join us as we sit down with filmmakers, musicians, writers, and other artists to uncover the stories behind the scenes—the passions, struggles, and triumphs that fuel their artistry beyond their public personas.
Each episode, we dive deep into conversations that reveal the human side of these creatives, exploring their personal experiences, inspirations, and the unique paths they’ve walked.
Beyond the Scenes offers a glimpse into the hearts and minds of the people behind the
In this episode of Beyond the Scenes, I sit down with cinematographer Paul Nguyen, to explore the intersections of art, immigrant identity, and life behind and in front of the camera. From his early days as a breakdancer to becoming a sought-after filmmaker, Paul reflects on how dance shaped his camera movement, how growing up on a chicken farm influenced his work ethic, and how documentary storytelling fulfills his creative purpose.The conversation touches on technical aspects of filmmaking, working with the DJI Ronin 4D, the power of teamwork on set, and how his immigrant family’s resilience helped shape who he is today. Paul also shares how he met his wife, and how their artistic journeys have intertwined.Whether you’re a filmmaker, creative, or just someone navigating identity and passion, this episode is for you.Follow Paul Nguyen: https://www.instagram.com/polly___studioConnect with Carlos Andrés Cuervo: http://carloscuervo.comFollow Carlos Andres Cuervo: https://www.instagram.com/andrescuervoTimestamps:0:00 – Intro: Filmmaker Meets Farmer1:11 – Holding Chickens & Lenses with Care2:24 – Paul’s Approach to Stress on Set3:42 – Creative Solutions vs. Technical Skills5:03 – Being Helpful Without Overstepping6:54 – Chicken Royalty: Paul’s Family Story10:45 – Vietnamese Roots & Farming Legacy14:46 – Hard Work, Immigration, and Gratitude20:25 – Creative Careers & Parental Expectations22:30 – From Breakdancing to Cinematography27:50 – Dance, Film, and Identity34:00 – Blocking as Choreography38:15 – Why We Love Documentaries43:51 – A Brief History of the Future (PBS Doc)49:50 – Tech Talk: FX3, Ronin RS3 Pro, and 4D55:00 – Building Creative Family & Business57:45 – Meeting DJ Sharon & Starting Together1:01:00 – Experimentation, Music, and Vis#BeyondTheScenes#FilmmakerInterview#Cinematography#BreakdancerToDP#ImmigrantStories#AsianAmericanVoices#DJIRonin4D#FilmmakingJourney#CreativeProcess#ChickenFarmToFilmSet#VietnameseAmerican#DocumentaryLife#PBSDocumentary#PaulWInterview#DanceAndFilm#BlockingIsChoreography#FilmSetVibes#BehindTheScenes#GimbalRig#VisualStorytelling#RoninRS3Pro#SonyFX3#DPWorkflow#IndieFilmmaker#CreativeCouples#ImmigrantExperience#FilmmakingTips#ContentCreators#RepresentationMatters#CultureAndArt
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