Join Lafayette, Carlos, and Laura in this electrifying and fun-filled episode of Nerds Talking The Podcast as they sit down with the incredibly talented filmmaker Marcus Alqueres, the visionary director behind the motion picture Warden.
Marcus, a Canadian-Brazilian director with roots in visual effects and a reputation for flipping genres on their heads, dives deep into the creative process behind Warden—a grounded, socially-charged superhero tale told through the eyes of those forever changed by the emergence of the world's first real-life superhero. With a gripping cast including Giovanni de Lorenzi, Alli Willow, Antonio Saboia, and more, Warden trades blockbuster flash for indie heart, proving that bold storytelling doesn’t need a billion-dollar budget.
The crew chats with Marcus about his breakout short film The Flying Man, a viral vigilante hit with over 25 million views, and his jaw-dropping visual effects work on mega-films like 300, Rise of the Planet of the Apes, The Adventures of Tintin, and even Star Wars. They explore how his background in VFX shapes his directorial voice and his passion for blending practical and digital effects to bring emotional realism to the screen.
Expect plenty of laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, nerdy tangents, and thoughtful conversations about film making, heroes, and what it really means to do the right thing in a complicated world. Whether you're a movie buff, a comic book junkie, or just love a great story—you won’t want to miss this one!
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