AMA Sessions: feat. Steve & Vince | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast
Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve answers questions from our listener community + thoughtfully curated ones inspired by our engagement with independent filmmakers around the world.In this AMA session, Steve and Vince explore practical advice for independent filmmakers such as finding one's creative voice, thoughts and tips for filmmakers working with micro budgets in 2025, and essential business skills for success in the industry. As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.Series OverviewThe Filmmaker and Fan’s Podcast is a podcast for film lovers and creatives - where film school meets fandom. Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.
New episodes are published every Friday. www.filmmakerandfans.comIG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast
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"Glengarry Glen Ross" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast'
Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the 1992 film, “Glengarry Glen Ross”.Using Glengarry Glen Ross as their foundation, they explore topics such as David Mamet's distinctive writing style, the moral complexities of the film’s characters, and its masterful use of language and performance.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, and follow us on Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives. Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.
New episodes are published every Friday. www.filmmakerandfans.comIG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast
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"The Studio" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast
Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Steve and Vince explore the new 2025 series, “The Studio”, starring Seth Rogen, Catherine O'Hara, Ike Barinholtz, and Kathryn Hahn.Using The Studio as their foundation they explore topics such as the intersection of art and commerce in Hollywood, how cinematic techniques, such as lens choices, can significantly impact storytelling, and the challenges of maintaining authenticity in a commercial environment.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives. Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.
New episodes are published every Friday. www.filmmakerandfans.comIG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast
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Lectures: Acting Workshop with Steven Bernstein | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast
Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, we bring you a lecture Steve delivered in Winnipeg this month during an acting workshop in collaboration with the Onalee Ames Film Studio.In this excerpt from his workshop, Steve explores topics such as the intricate relationship between performance and authenticity in acting, how actors often carry internal conflicts and emotions that can influence their performances, and the role of victimhood and anger in character portrayal.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives. Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.
New episodes are published every Friday. www.filmmakerandfans.comIG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast
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Scene Study: "Anora" | Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast
Episode NotesIt’s scene study time! In this week’s episode, Steve and Vince break down the opening scenes of the 2024 Oscar-winning film, “Anora”, and explore topics such as Sean Baker's unique approach to character development, visual storytelling techniques, and the importance of maintaining an integrity of vision in filmmaking.As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.Series Overview“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives. Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, former executive producer and head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.
New episodes are published every Friday. www.filmmakerandfans.comIG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast
“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives - where fandom meets film school.
Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, executive producer, and former head of creative at Google...and mega film fan.
Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.
New episodes are published every Friday.
Connect with us at:
www.filmmakerandfans.com
IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast
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