This week we talk to filmmaker John Balazs about his upcoming film "Freelance" and previous film "RAGE". We also discuss his approach to filmmaking, the industry in general as well as his favourite films and influences, and much more!
You can follow John's production company @primaluxfilms
Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
2:37 How John Got His Start
5:43 Film Industry As A Workplace
8:03 Favourite Part Of Filmmaking
9:47 How John Picks A Project / Initial Experience With RAGE
16:51 John's Boutique Approach / Censoring
19:58 Freelance Introduction
22:00 Freelance Themes / Gig Economy
23:23 Freelance Reception
25:06 The Balance Of Creativity & Commerce
32:02 Inspirations / Origin Of RAGE
42:27 Radioactive Pictures / Freelance Production
45:06 RAGE Performances / Approach To Actors As A Director
50:50 Keeping Actors Comfortable
52:16 Small Details In Filmmaking
54:49 Similarities Between RAGE & Freelance
55:42 Drawing From True Crime
57:19 Colour Grading / Lighting
58:37 On Hiring Director's Of Photography / Lighting Philosophy
1:02:56 Freelance Sydney Premiere / Release
1:05:59 State Of The Australian Indie Film Scene
1:07:53 John's Favourite Film / Industry Discussion
1:20:55 Advice For Aspiring Filmmakers
1:30:15 Prima Lux Socials
1:30:58 What's Next For John
1:32:09 Outro
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