Roll Camera
by Linda Gacsko & Steve Hiller
Welcome to the Roll Camera Podcast, which takes you behind the scenes of the motion picture industry like never before. If you've ever wondered how Hollywood truly works, this is your backstage pass to the entertainment world. Hosted by industry veterans Linda Gacsko and Steve Hiller, who bring their extensive experience from working on major blockbuster films, TV shows, indie gems, and thought-provoking documentaries. Together, they'll peel back the curtain on the fascinating and dynamic world of filmmaking. But that's not all. Linda and Steve will also engage in candid conversations with seasoned professionals in the field, offering insights into their journeys, challenges, and successes. Discover the secrets to thriving in this captivating, creative business, whether you aspire to be in front of the camera, behind it, or somewhere in between. Join us every week as we explore the inner workings of The Film 5.0 motion picture training company and unravel th
Episodes
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How Movie Special Effects Really Work
How are movie special effects really made? Go behind the scenes of practical movie effects with SPFX Supervisor John Milinac as he explains how professional special effects are created safely and effectively on a film set. In this episode of the Roll Camera Podcast, John takes us inside the world...
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The Filmmaking Adventures of Jamie Barber | Film 5.0
Brace yourself for some amazing filmmaking stories from a film industry legend! Jamie Barber is a veteran cinematographer and television director with over 30 years of experience in Hollywood. His credits include Titanic, Demolition Man, Roswell, The O.C., Knight Rider, Covert Affairs, and...
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Scalability | How To Make A Movie With Any Size Budget
How can you make a movie on any size budget? The short answer is "Scalability". For filmmakers, this means the ability to adapt a production’s workflow, budget, and resources without compromising quality, and ultimately jeopardizing your story. This is always easier said than done, but at the end...
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Episode 8 - Special Guest - Kyle Rankin
This week on The Film 5.0 Podcast, Roll Camera, we're thrilled to have the talented writer and director Kyle Rankin as our special guest! You might know Kyle from his work on films like "The Battle of Shaker Heights," "Infestation", and his latest intense thriller, "Run Hide Fight." In this...
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Episode 7 - Special Guest - Peter Cavaciuti
A Conversation with Peter Cavaciuti - Camera Operator" Join us on this captivating episode of The Film 5.0 Podcast "Roll Camera”, where we sit down with the legendary camera and Steadicam operator, Peter Cavaciuti. This was recorded during the Strike of 2023. With a career that began in 1985…
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Episode 6 - Special Guest - Sam Goldman
Exciting News! Our next guest on the Film 5.0 podcast, Roll Camera, is none other than camera assistant Sam Goldman! Sam has been working hard and making connections as she gains experience moving into bigger productions. She's joining hosts Steve Hiller and Linda Gacsko to share her journey in…
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Episode 5 - Special Guest - Guido Cavaciuti
A Legacy Behind the Lens with Guido Cavaciuti In this "Roll Camera" episode, we're thrilled to welcome Guido Cavaciuti, a distinguished second-generation camera operator from the UK. Son of the renowned camera and Steadicam operator Peter Cavaciuti, Guido has already amassed impressive industry...
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Episode 4 - Meeting Industry Legends - Part 3
Get ready for another thrilling installment of "Roll Camera," where we continue talking to Steve Hiller about his time working with influential directors who've made an indelible mark on the world of cinema. In this episode, we spotlight the incredible talents of Ron Howard, Danny DeVito, and…
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Episode 3 - Meeting Industry Legends - Part 2
In this second part of Episode Two, we continue our journey through the captivating world of Influential Directors, featuring the remarkable talents of Costa-Gavras, James L. Brooks, and Richard Pryor. • Costa-Gavras: The master of political thrillers, renowned for films like "Z" and "Missing." •...
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Episode 2 - Meeting Industry Legends - Part 1
Episode 2: Join us on this cinematic journey as we explore what it was like to work with influential directors in the film industry. In Episode 2, we're talking about directors John Landis, Francis Ford Coppola, and Tony Richardson, with unique insights from our very own Steve Hiller, who had the...
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Episode 01 - From the Beginning
This is an introductory overview of our platform, where you will learn the essentials of how Hollywood really works from movie and TV professionals. In this episode, Linda Gacsko and Steve Hiller will talk about how they launched their career in the film industry.
About this show
Welcome to the Roll Camera Podcast, which takes you behind the scenes of the motion picture industry like never before. If you've ever wondered how Hollywood truly works, this is your backstage pass to the entertainment world.
Hosted by industry veterans Linda Gacsko and Steve Hiller, who bring their extensive experience from working on major blockbuster films, TV shows, indie gems, and thought-provoking documentaries. Together, they'll peel back the curtain on the fascinating and dynamic world of filmmaking.
But that's not all. Linda and Steve will also engage in candid conversations with seasoned professionals in the field, offering insights into their journeys, challenges, and successes. Discover the secrets to thriving in this captivating, creative business, whether you aspire to be in front of the camera, behind it, or somewhere in between.
Join us every week as we explore the inner workings of The Film 5.0 motion picture training company and unravel th
Hosted by
Linda Gacsko & Steve Hiller