Episodes
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“The Only Living Pickpocket in New York” Director, DP, Production Designer & Costume Designer on Crafting the Film
This week on The Making Of, we’re taking a behind-the-scenes look at The Only Living Pickpocket in New York, a new crime thriller starring John Turturro, Steve Buscemi, Giancarlo Esposito, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Tatiana Maslany. Joining us for a special conversation are writer/director Noah Segan,...
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The Art of Horror Cinematography with Lowell A. Meyer and James Kniest — LIVE at Screamfest 2026
In this episode of The Making Of, recorded live at the Screamfest Horror Film Festival in Hollywood in October 2026, host Michael Valinsky moderates an engaging conversation with cinematographers Lowell A. Meyer (Other Mommy, Knock at the Cabin) and James Kniest (Annabelle, The Haunting of Bly...
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“Primetime” Editor Daniel Garber ACE on Cutting the A24 Feature Film
In this episode, we welcome Daniel Garber ACE, editor of the new A24 film Primetime, directed by Lance Oppenheim and starring Robert Pattinson. In our conversation, Daniel shares his journey into filmmaking, his approach to storytelling through editing, and the making of Primetime. He also...
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Director Kate Dolan on Crafting “SOULM8TE,” Part of the M3GAN Universe, Produced by James Wan
In this episode, we talk with director Kate Dolan about SOULM8TE, the latest addition to the M3GAN universe, produced by James Wan. Kate, whose previous work includes the acclaimed horror feature You Are Not My Mother, takes us inside the making of SOULM8TE, discussing her approach to directing…
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“Futurama” Showrunner David X. Cohen on the New Season, Collaborating with Matt Groening, & More
In this episode, we welcome four-time Emmy Award winner David X. Cohen, co-creator, executive producer and head writer of Futurama. David takes us inside the making of the iconic animated series, from its origins and his longtime collaboration with Matt Groening on The Simpsons, to the creative...
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“Mayday” Directors John Francis Daley & Jonathan Goldstein on Making the Apple TV Film
In this episode of The Making Of, we’re joined by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the writer-director team behind Vacation, Game Night, and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, to go behind the scenes of their latest film, Apple TV’s MAYDAY, starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth...
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Carlson Young on Directing “The Last Sunrise” for Amazon MGM Studios
In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Carlson Young to discuss her latest feature, The Last Sunrise, and her evolution from actor to director. Carlson reflects on her early years in front of the camera, including Scream: The TV Series and Emily in Paris, and how those experiences shaped her...
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PBS KIDS’ Sara DeWitt on Back-to-School Programming, Navigating Funding Challenges & More
In this episode, we welcome Sara DeWitt, SVP & GM of PBS KIDS and Education, for a wide-ranging conversation about her background and career, her leadership role at PBS KIDS, and the organization’s mission to educate and inspire children nationwide. We discuss current and back-to-school...
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“LION” Cinematographer Sophie Darlington ASC on Crafting the Disney+ and National Geographic Documentary
In this episode, we welcome Sophie Darlington ASC, an award-winning cinematographer whose remarkable career has taken her around the world capturing wildlife and the natural world. In our conversation, she takes us behind the scenes of LION, sharing how she filmed the documentary over the course…
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How 3 Indie Filmmakers Made an $8,000 Horror Feature—and Got Distribution
In this episode, we welcome co-directors Christian Hurley and Ben Oliphint, and producer Matt Wassong—the filmmakers behind the horror feature A Most Atrocious Thing, made for just $8,000 and ultimately landing distribution on Roku and other platforms. In our conversation, the team shares the...
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“Widow’s Bay” Cinematographer, Editor & Sound Mixer on Crafting the Hit Apple TV Series
In this episode, we welcome the creative team behind the 19-time Emmy-nominated Apple TV series Widow’s Bay—cinematographer Christian Sprenger ASC, editor Isaac Hagy ACE, and production sound mixer Kevin S. Parker. In our conversation, Christian, Isaac, and Kevin take us behind the scenes of the...
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"Other Mommy" Cinematographer Lowell A. Meyer on Making the Horror Film, Crafting "Tuner," & More
In this episode, we welcome Lowell A. Meyer, cinematographer of Other Mommy, Tuner, Knock at the Cabin, Thunder Road, and the Apple TV+ series Servant. In our conversation, Lowell shares his early inspirations, his journey to becoming a feature film cinematographer, and about the making of Tuner...
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Natasha Braier ASC, ADF on Crafting "I Love Boosters," DeepLight Community, & More
In this episode, we welcome Natasha Braier ASC, ADF, the cinematographer behind acclaimed films such as She Said, Honey Boy, The Neon Demon, Gloria Bell, and I Love Boosters. In our conversation, Natasha shares her journey from her roots in Argentina to building a career in Los Angeles, along…
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"Dark" Cinematographer Nik Summerer ASC on Crafting "Color Book" in Black & White
In this episode, we welcome cinematographer Nik Summerer ASC, best known for his work on the critically acclaimed series Dark, as well as 1899 and the feature film Color Book, now streaming on Netflix. In our conversation, Nik shares his journey into cinematography, reflecting on his influences…
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Filmmaker Connie He + Google DeepMind's Márcia Mayer on Making the Tribeca Festival Animated Short Film
In this episode, we welcome director Connie He and Google DeepMind’s Márcia Mayer to discuss the making of Dear Upstairs Neighbors, which premiered at the Tribeca Festival in June. Connie and Márcia, both Pixar alumni, embarked on a creative journey to explore how emerging technologies could help...
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"Hammerhead Sharks Up Close" Cinematographer Jeff Hester on Capturing Sharks Underwater for Nat Geo
In this episode, we welcome award-winning cinematographer Jeff Hester, whose work includes documentaries such as Postcard from Earth, Our Planet, Dolphins Up Close with Bertie Gregory, Planet Earth III, and Hammerhead Sharks Up Close for Nat Geo’s annual summer event, SHARKFEST. In our...
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"Cape Fear" Cinematographer Eben Bolter ASC, BSC on Crafting the Series for Apple TV
In this episode, we welcome Eben Bolter ASC, BSC, cinematographer of the new Apple TV series Cape Fear. Eben has also lensed acclaimed projects including The Life of Chuck, The Last of Us, and Slow Horses. In our conversation, he shares his journey into cinematography, the experiences that shaped...
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"Michael" Colorist & Company 3 Founder Stefan Sonnenfeld on Grading the Record-Breaking Biopic
In this episode of The Making Of, we welcome legendary colorist and Company 3 founder/CEO Stefan Sonnenfeld. Stefan shares his journey into color grading, the evolution of his career, and the story behind building one of the industry's most respected post-production companies. He also discusses…
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"Backrooms" Cinematographer, VFX Supervisor, Editor & Production Sound Mixer on Making the Indie Box Office Hit
In this episode, we welcome the Backrooms production team— Cinematographer Jeremy Cox, VFX Supervisor Edward J. Douglas, Editor Greg Ng, and Production Sound Mixer Jan Hetmer. Together, they take us behind the scenes of the groundbreaking indie horror phenomenon, sharing how they brought the…
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"Pressure" Cinematographer Jamie Ramsay BSC, SASC on Crafting the WWII Period Film
In this episode, we welcome cinematographer Jamie Ramsay BSC, SASC, whose latest work can be seen in the WWII thriller Pressure, now playing in theaters. Jamie's credits include Goodrich, All of Us Strangers, District 9, Living, and See How They Run. In our conversation, Jamie reflects on his…
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"The Blair Witch Project" Director Daniel Myrick on Creating the Legendary Horror Film
In this episode, we welcome Daniel Myrick, co-director of The Blair Witch Project, one of the most influential independent films of all time. Released in 1999, the groundbreaking horror phenomenon helped redefine the found-footage genre, became a cultural touchstone, and changed the landscape of...
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FYC: "Love Story" Cinematographer Pepe Avila del Pino on Crafting the JFK Jr. & Carolyn Bessette Limited Series
In this episode, we welcome cinematographer Pepe Avila del Pino. Pepe has shot projects including Ozark, House of the Dragon, and The Deuce, along with films such as The Kindergarten Teacher and Worth. In our conversation, we discuss the series Love Story, which explores the relationship between...
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"Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan: Ghost War" Director Andrew Bernstein on Helming the Franchise
In this episode, we welcome Emmy-nominated director Andrew Bernstein. Known for his work on acclaimed series including Mad Men, Ozark, The Americans, The Diplomat, and Fear the Walking Dead, Andrew has built a remarkable career crafting visually dynamic and emotionally grounded stories across…
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"Normal" Cinematographer Armando Salas ASC on Crafting the Film, Working on "Ozark," & More
In this episode, we welcome cinematographer Armando Salas, ASC. Armando has shot acclaimed projects including Ozark, Griselda, Cocaine Cowboys, The Terminal List, Mr. Mercedes, Lanterns, and Normal. In our conversation, he shares his upbringing, path into cinematography, experiences working…
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"The Mummy" Director Lee Cronin on Writing and Directing the Horror Film
In this episode, we welcome Lee Cronin. Lee is the writer and director of The Mummy, which follows his breakout work on The Hole in the Ground and Evil Dead Rise. In our conversation, Lee shares about reimagining The Mummy, writing the script, his directing process, and other creative workflows.…
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"Billy Preston: That's the Way God Planned It" Director Paris Barclay & Editor Scott D. Hanson on Making the Documentary
In this episode, we welcome director Paris Barclay and editor Scott D. Hanson. Paris is an Emmy Award–winning director whose work spans series such as The West Wing, Sons of Anarchy, In Treatment, and Monster, and Scott is an Emmy-nominated editor with projects including Dolemite is My Name,...
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"DTF St. Louis" Cinematographer James Whitaker ASC on Shooting the Series, His Visual Approach, & More
In this episode of The Making Of, we’re joined by cinematographer James Whitaker, ASC. His work spans acclaimed projects including The Cooler, Thank You for Smoking, Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die, as well as series like Patriot, Hawkeye, and DTF St. Louis. In our conversation, James shares his...
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Kodak's Vanessa Bendetti on Film's Resurgence, The Economics of Analog Filmmaking, & More
In this episode of The Making Of, we’re joined by Vanessa Bendetti, Kodak’s VP and Head of Motion Picture. She shares insights into her role at the iconic company, where she sits at the intersection of technology and storytelling, and we explore the continued resurgence of analog acquisition. We...
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"The Madison" Director Christina Alexandra Voros on Making the Taylor Sheridan Series
In this episode, we’re joined by Christina Alexandra Voros, director and cinematographer of The Madison, the new series from Taylor Sheridan. Voros has directed across Sheridan’s expanding television slate, including Yellowstone, Lawmen: Bass Reeves, 1883, and Big Sky, and is currently working on...
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"Film Threat" Founder Chris Gore on the State of Indie Film, Building His Magazine, & More
In this episode, we welcome Chris Gore, founder and publisher of Film Threat. Chris shares the story behind building the defining indie film publication, plus his take on the state of independent cinema today. He also provides insights for up-and-coming filmmakers, breaks down many of his…
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"Run Amok" Cinematographer Shachar Langlev on Crafting the Sundance Hit Film
In this episode, we welcome Shachar Langlev, cinematographer of the Sundance hit film, Run Amok, starring Patrick Wilson, Molly Ringwald, and Margaret Cho. In our chat, Shachar shares his origin story and about the making of this indie film. He also dives deep into the visual storytelling, on his...
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"Iron Lung" Director Mark Fischbach, aka Markiplier, on the Making of his Debut Feature
In this episode, we welcome Mark Fischbach, aka Markiplier — writer, director, editor, and star of Iron Lung. In our conversation, Mark shares his origin story and all about the making of his debut feature film, which has grossed $50 million at the box office. He also dives into the collaboration...
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Amy Landecker on Directing "For Worse," Independent Filmmaking, & More
In this episode, we welcome Amy Landecker, actor, writer and director of the new feature, For Worse. Amy is known for critically-acclaimed roles in projects such as A Serious Man, Dan in Real Life, Doctor Strange, I Love My Dad, “Transparent,” “Sneaky Pete,” “The Handmaid’s Tale,” and “Your…
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4x Oscar Nominee Peter Kurland CAS on His Career, Recording the Coen Brothers Canon, & More
In this episode, we welcome legendary sound mixer and CAS President Peter Kurland, CAS. Peter is a BAFTA-winning, Grammy-winning, 4x Oscar-nominated, and 3x CAS Award-winning Sound Mixer who’s worked on films such as Blood Simple, Hoosiers, Raising Arizona, Barton Fink, Fargo, Men in Black, The…
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Soledad O’Brien and “The Devil Is Busy" Directors on Making the Oscar-Nominated Documentary Short Film
In this episode, we welcome Soledad O’Brien, Geeta Gandbhir, and Christalyn Hampton, the team behind the Oscar-nominated documentary short, The Devil Is Busy. Soledad serves as Executive Producer, with Geeta and Christalyn co-directing the film. The Devil Is Busy follows a day in the life of...
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"Train Dreams" Cinematographer Adolpho Veloso ABC, AIP on Crafting the Academy Award–Nominated Film
In this episode, we welcome Adolpho Veloso, ABC, AIP. Adolpho is the Oscar-nominated cinematographer of Train Dreams, which has been nominated for 4 Academy Awards. In our chat, he shares his origin story, how he learned his craft, and all about the making of this period drama. Adolpho also...
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"Sentimental Value" Director Joachim Trier and Editor Olivier Bugge Coutté on Crafting the 9x Oscar-Nominated Film
In this episode, we welcome Oscar-nominated writer/director Joachim Trier and Oscar-nominated editor Olivier Bugge Coutté, the longtime collaborators behind Sentimental Value. The film has earned nine Academy Award nominations, including recognition for both of their work. Trier and Coutté have...
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"Matter of Time" Director Matt Finlin on Making the Doc, Working with Eddie Vedder, & More
In this episode, we welcome Matt Finlin, director of “Matter of Time,” a documentary dedicated to an important cause. Matt has collaborated extensively with Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder and EB Research Partnership, using film to amplify awareness around Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) and…
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"Crime 101" Director Bart Layton on Crafting the Heist Film, Shooting on Location in LA, & More
In this episode, we welcome Bart Layton, writer and director of CRIME 101, a dramatic crime thriller starring Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Barry Keoghan, Halle Berry, Monica Barbaro, Nick Nolte, and Jennifer Jason Lee. In our chat, he shares on crafting one of the best LA-based heist thrillers…
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"Barbarian" Cinematographer Zach Kuperstein on his Filmmaking Approach, Crafting Suspense, & More
In this episode, we welcome Zach Kuperstein, cinematographer of films such as Barbarian, Woman of the Hour, Don’t Move, The Eyes of My Mother, and Buddy, that just premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. In our chat, Zach shares on his early days, filmmaking education, career path, and about the...
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"Marty Supreme" Sound Editor Skip Lievsay CAS on his Career, Working with the Coen Brothers, & More
In this episode, we welcome Skip Lievsay, CAS. Skip is an Oscar-winning Sound Editor and Re-Recording Mixer who has worked on films including Blood Simple, The Color of Money, Raising Arizona, Goodfellas, The Silence of the Lambs, Cape Fear, Malcolm X, Casino, Fargo, The Big Lebowski, No Country...
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"All the Empty Rooms" Cinematographer Matt Porwoll on Making the Oscar-Nominated Documentary Short
In this episode, we welcome Matt Porwoll, cinematographer of the Oscar-nominated Documentary Short, All the Empty Rooms. In our chat, Matt shares on the making of this project, his creative approach, and the technologies used to capture the film. He also offers insights into the art of…
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"Song Sung Blue" Cinematographer Amy Vincent ASC on Crafting the Film, Collaborating with Craig Brewer, & More
In this episode, we welcome Amy Vincent, ASC. Amy is the cinematographer of Song Sung Blue, that’s playing in theaters nationwide. In our chat, she shares on her journey, collaboration with director Craig Brewer, and about her work shooting this extraordinary film. Amy also talks about her role…
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"The Plague" Director Charlie Polinger and Producer Lucy McKendrick on Making the Psychological Thriller, Shooting on 35mm, & More
In this episode, we welcome Charlie Polinger and Lucy McKendrick. Charlie wrote and directed the new critically-acclaimed thriller, The Plague, and Lucy served as the film’s producer. In our chat, they share about the inspiration, path, and production of the film— how they approached financing,...
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"The Testament of Ann Lee" Editor Sofía Subercaseaux on Crafting the Historical Drama, Working with Director Mona Fastvold, & More
In this episode, we welcome Sofía Subercaseaux, editor of the critically-acclaimed film, The Testament of Ann Lee. Over the years, she has edited projects such as Maria, El Conde, Christine, The Devil All the Time, and “The Staircase”. In our chat, Sofía shares on her roots, pathway into editing,...
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"Sound of Falling" Cinematographer Fabian Gamper on Crafting the Oscar Contender, his Filmmaking Approach, & More
In this episode, we welcome Fabian Gamper. Fabian is the cinematographer of the feature film, “Sound of Falling,” that won the Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival and is on the Oscar shortlists for Cinematography and International Feature Film. In our chat, we hear about his early days,...
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Technologist Gary Adcock on the State of the Industry, Production Solutions, AI, & More
In this episode, we welcome Gary Adcock, a longtime industry technologist and veteran production professional. In our chat, Gary shares insights on the most-innovative solutions for production and post — including cameras, lights, lenses, camera support, software, and more. In addition, he dives...
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Kickstarter's Taylor Shaw on their Partnership with Tubi, Best Practices for Campaigns, & More
In this episode, we welcome Taylor Shaw, Head of Film Outreach at Kickstarter. In our discussion, Taylor dives deep into Kickstarter’s new strategic partnership with Tubi. She also offers insights into running successful campaigns on the fundraising platform, shares best practices on building an...
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"The Last of Us" Cinematographer Ksenia Sereda on Crafting the Series, Her Filmmaking Career, & More
Happy Holidays, everyone! We hope you enjoy time with friends and family. ☃️ In this episode, we welcome cinematographer Ksenia Sereda. Ksenia shot “The Last of Us,” as well as Beanpole, Chernobyl: Abyss, and “The Crowded Room”. In our chat, she shares on her early days, pathway into...
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Filmmaker Ty Evans on his Journey from Skateboarding Videos to Top-Tier Aerial Cinematography
In this episode, we welcome Ty Evans. Ty is a professional filmmaker with experiences shooting, producing and directing a variety of content. His career stems from cutting-edge skateboarding videos in the 1990’s on through next-level aerial filmmaking today. In our chat, he shares his origin…
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