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Immerse Yourself In The Most Edge-Of-Your-Seat Full Audiobook Today!Immerse Yourself In The Most Edge-Of-Your-Seat Full Audiobook Today!Rubbish: The Complete Series 1 and 2: A Full-Cast BBC Radio Comedy by Tony BagleyPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/691063to listen full audiobooks. Title: Rubbish: The Complete Series 1 and 2: A Full-Cast BBC Radio Comedy Author: Tony Bagley Narrator: Mark Maier, Matthew Cottle, Reese Dinsdale, Martin Trenaman, Oriane Messina, Katy Brand, James Lance, Neil Dudgeon, Kevin Eldon, Paul Copley, Russell Tovey, Pippa Haywood, Nicola Walker, Full Cast Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 36 minutes Release date: December 14, 2023 Genres: Comedy, Satire & Parody Publisher's Summary: Quirky comedy from the writer of Married, following the highs and lows of a local government officer Martin Christmas is a local government worker in the Sanitation department, whose days are shaped...2023-12-145h 36Listen, Relax and Enjoy the Wonders of Full AudiobookListen, Relax and Enjoy the Wonders of Full AudiobookRubbish: The Complete Series 1 and 2: A Full-Cast BBC Radio Comedy Audiobook by Tony BagleyListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 691063 Title: Rubbish: The Complete Series 1 and 2: A Full-Cast BBC Radio Comedy Author: Tony Bagley Narrator: Full Cast , James Lance, Katy Brand, Kevin Eldon, Mark Maier, Martin Trenaman, Matthew Cottle, Neil Dudgeon, Nicola Walker, Oriane Messina, Paul Copley, Pippa Haywood, Reese Dinsdale, Russell Tovey Format: Unabridged Length: 05:36:52 Language: English Release date: 12-14-23 Publisher: PGRH UK Genres: Fiction & Literature, Satire Summary: Quirky comedy from the writer of Married, following the highs and lows of a local government officer Martin Christmas is a local government worker in the Sanitation department...2023-12-145h 36Listen to Latest Full Audiobooks in Literature, Comedy, Satire & ParodyListen to Latest Full Audiobooks in Literature, Comedy, Satire & ParodyRubbish: The Complete Series 1 and 2: A Full-Cast BBC Radio Comedy by Tony BagleyPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/691063to listen full audiobooks. Title: Rubbish: The Complete Series 1 and 2: A Full-Cast BBC Radio Comedy Author: Tony Bagley Narrator: Mark Maier, Matthew Cottle, Reese Dinsdale, Martin Trenaman, Oriane Messina, Katy Brand, James Lance, Neil Dudgeon, Kevin Eldon, Paul Copley, Russell Tovey, Pippa Haywood, Nicola Walker, Full Cast Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 36 minutes Release date: December 14, 2023 Genres: Comedy, Satire & Parody Publisher's Summary: Quirky comedy from the writer of Married, following the highs and lows of a local government officer Martin Christmas is a local government worker in the Sanitation department, whose days are shaped...2023-12-145h 36Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsTodor Lazarov Pt 2: RRR Action Scenes, Jail Break Sequence, Flaming Carriage FlipsRe-Introducing: Todor “Juji” Lazarov, RRR Action Director! Todor is known for his stunt work on Hellboy, Game of Thrones, Expendables 2, and most recently RRR as Action Director which won a Golden Globe and Oscar In this episode, we dive deep into the action of RRR, from flipping a carriage by hand to practical action camera advice to the complex rigging required for the iconic jail break sequence. This episode has been in the AFD vault for too long… Join us as we chat with Todor “Juji” Lazarov. -⁠ Get a year of Skillshar...2023-05-1940 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsTODOR “JUJI” LAZAROV: RRR Action Director, Horse Handler, and Opera ProducerIntroducing: Todor Lazarov also known as Juji. Todor is known for his stunt work on Hellboy, Game of Thrones, Expendables 2, and most recently RRR as Action Director which won a Golden Globe recently and is now nominated for an Oscar In this episode, we discuss Sambo and Judo, directing an award winning short film, Todor’s interests in Opera shows, and the challenging yet rewarding task of stunt work with children. We also take a deep dive into RRR, breaking down the filming of animals, the rigs of the prison break fight, kinetic camera work, fl...2023-02-181h 01Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsGUI DASILVA: Black Panther Stunt Double, Stuntmen React & Punch 4 Punch Co-HostIntroducing: Gui DaSilva-Greene. Gui is known for his works on Captain America: Civil War as Black Panther's double, Avengers: Endgame, Paper Tigers as well as the incredible My Hero Academia fan film UA:LA. You may know him as the co-host of Corridor Digital’s Stuntmen React series or their new Netflix spinoff Punch 4 Punch. In this episode, we discuss the 4 Ingredients for a masterful stunt reel, Gui’s top kicking exercises, keys to live action anime, and the next generation of bonafide action stars. He also details his journey from professional dancer to professional stuntman to prof...2022-11-021h 31Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsEric Linden: Punisher, Daredevil, Stuntmen React, & Setting Kanye West on FireIntroducing: Eric Linden. Eric served as the stunt double for Jon Bernthal as Punisher before moving onto stunt coordinate Netflix’s Punisher and Daredevil series. Other projects include Black Adam, Red Notice, Suicide Squad, and Avengers Endgame to name a few. You may recognize him from YouTube where he coordinated stunts for many Rocket Jump / FreddieW videos and currently serves as a series regular for Corridor Digital’s Suntmen React series!In this episode, we discuss Eric’s love for (and qualms with) the Star Wars franchise, his (successful) plan to get Scott Adkins onto Corridor Digital, and th...2022-01-221h 11Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsVanessa Campos: Never Back Down Revolt & Becoming an MMA Media StarIntroducing: Vanessa Campos. Vanessa is a rising action performer, fighter, and MMA presenter. She recently made her film debut alongside Michael Bisping in Never Back Down: Revolt. Her martial arts journey has landed her both inside the ring as a Muay Thai fighter and behind the desk as a commentator.In this episode, we discuss her professional fights and her training journey which has brought her to legendary MMA locations such as Strike Blast Gym (home to the Notorious Conor Mcgregor!)We also dive into her time training and on set for Never Back Down...2022-01-1434 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsChristmas Giveaway: Every Last One of ThemMerry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone! We're celebrating the season of giving with a little giveaway... we have 5 digital codes to view the new action thriller "Every Last One of Them!" "When Ex-Black Ops soldier Jake Hunter is desperate to find his missing daughter, he goes on a merciless quest for revenge to bring those responsible to justice..." it's a fun, gritty action piece and it's got the legendary Michael Madsen in it! To enter, just share one of our posts on social media with the hashtag #AFDgiveaway... and that's it! Do so...2021-12-2401 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsHalloween Action Movie Breakdowns feat. Jerry Horror! - Blade, Aliens, Freddy v JasonHappy Halloween! Today, we’ll be diving into three of our favorite action horror films, and helping us accomplish this spooky task is Jerry Horror, host of “The Offering” podcast!In this episode, we break down the groundbreaking Blade and explore how Wesley Snipes laid the groundwork that the MCU would be built upon several years later. We also explore how Aliens was able to so effectively act as an action-oriented sequel to its horror-centric predecessor. Finally, we get into the divisive Freddy v Jason which was salvaged from development hell just like how Freddy brought Jason back f...2021-10-311h 28Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsJustin Eaton Pt 2: Falcon and the Winter Soldier Fight Breakdowns, Stair Flips as Scott Glenn for Daredevil, Bolting Dr Strange’s CapeRe-Introducing: Justin Eaton, stuntman and double in Banshee, Dr. Strange, Daredevil, and Punisher. He was Emmy nominated for his stunt performance as Captain America John Walker in Falcon and The Winter Soldier. He is also married to CC Ice, double for Black Widow and Scarlet Witch!In this episode, we discuss his work on Daredevil where he doubled the legendary Scott Glenn! We also get a story about Scott Elk hunting on his front porch. Justin also talks about his time doubling Dr Strange for reshoots, what it’s like donning the Dr Strange cape, and doing mo...2021-10-2246 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAFD News: Scott Adkin's One Shot Film, Animated Blade Runner: Black Lotus, Sanak, & Squid Game Riot BreakdownWelcome to AFD News!Today's news includes a trailer for Scott Adkin’s no-cut military action film “One Shot,” Demon Slayer Season 2’s announcement, and Daredevil’s showrunner parts ways with MarvelWe also discuss Will Poulter being cast as Adam Warlock in Guardians of the Galaxy 3 and Jake Gyllenhaal starring as Prophet in Sam Hargrave directed superhero film,We get into trailers for international blockbuster Sanak, Amazon’s Hanna Season 3, new Korean action series My Name, Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero, and Blade Runner: Black Lotus as well as recap reviews for Harder They...2021-10-1642 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsJustin Eaton Pt 1: Falcon and the Winter Soldier’s John Walker Double (Emmy Nominated), American Horror Story’s Bloody Face, Dr Strange Stunt DoubleIntroducing: Justin Eaton, stuntman and double in Banshee, Dr. Strange, Daredevil, and The Punisher. He was Emmy nominated for his stunt performance as Captain America John Walker in Falcon and The Winter Soldier. He is also married to CC Ice, double for Black Widow and Scarlet Witch!In this episode, we discuss his work as Bloody Face on American Horror Story, scaring people on set with his monster makeup, and receiving an action stunt crash course for Bunraku. We also dive into his work relationship with Dave Macomber, having tattoos as a stunt performer, and that time...2021-10-081h 09Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAFD News: Trailers for Matrix 4, Cobra Kai, Hawkeye, and more! + Matrix Shootout BreakdownWelcome to AFD News for 10/1/21!Today's news includes a new action BTS video of Jason Momoa in Dune, new Russo Brothers comments about a precarious future with the MCU, and Shang Chi making bank as the highest grossing domestic film of 2021!*Since the time of recording, Scarlett Johansson has announced that she settled her dispute with Disney!We discuss many trailers from  around the web and Netflix’s TUDUM Event. Those include Matrix Resurrections, Hawkeye, Cobra Kai, Cowboy Bebop, Extraction 2, Army of Thieves, and Minnal Murali.We also break down the sem...2021-10-0138 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAndy Cheng Pt 2: Shang Chi Arena Fight, Making Rush Hour 1 and 2, & Dwayne Johnson Action ScenesWelcome to the final stretch of Shang Chi Week! This week featured Joseph Le and Vi-Dan Tran. Today, we are…Introducing: Andy Cheng. He is known as fight coordinator for Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. He is also a veteran of the Jackie Chan Stunt Team working on films such as Who Am I, Mr Nice Guy, Shanghai Noon, and Rush Hour 1 & 2. Other works of his include: Into the Badlands, The Rundown, Scorpion King, and 6 Underground.In Part II, we’ll be breaking down other Jackie Chan works like Who Am I an...2021-09-261h 14Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAndy Cheng Pt 1: Shang Chi Fight Coordinator, Jackie Chan Horse Fights, & The Beauty of Hong Kong FilmmakingWelcome to the final stretch of Shang Chi Week! This week featured Joseph Le and Vi-Dan Tran. Today, we are…Introducing: Andy Cheng. He is known as fight coordinator for Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. He is also a veteran of the Jackie Chan Stunt Team working on films such as Who Am I, Mr Nice Guy, Shanghai Noon, and Rush Hour 1 & 2. Other works of his include: Into the Badlands, The Rundown, Scorpion King, and 6 Underground.In this episode, Andy regails us with his exploits as a Tae Kwon Do athlete an...2021-09-171h 15Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsVi-Dan Tran & Joseph Le Pt 2: Shang Chi Bus Scene Changes, PlayStation Controlled Cameras, & Action OrgasmsWelcome to Shang Chi Week! We’ll be releasing Shang Chi action team interviews today, Wednesday, and Friday!Introducing: Joseph Le & Vi-Dan Tran. Both were action designers on Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Vi-Dan is a member of the Jackie Chan Stunt Team. His works include The Foreigner, Bleeding Steel, and Into the Badlands as well as his original fan films such as Cyberpunk 2077: Phoenix Program and Darth Maul: Apprentice. Joseph Le is also know for fan films such as Mulan: An East Side Story and Afro Samurai Champloo as well as many ac...2021-09-1551 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsVi-Dan Tran & Joseph Le Pt 1: Shang Chi Action Designers, Jackie Chan Stunt Team, & Making an Action MusicalWelcome to Shang Chi Week! We’ll be releasing Shang Chi action team interviews today, Wednesday, and Friday!Introducing: Joseph Le & Vi-Dan Tran. Both were action designers on Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Vi-Dan is a member of the Jackie Chan Stunt Team. His works include The Foreigner, Bleeding Steel, and Into the Badlands as well as his original fan films such as Cyberpunk 2077: Phoenix Program and Darth Maul: Apprentice. Joseph Le is also know for fan films such as Mulan: An East Side Story and Afro Samurai Champloo as well as many ac...2021-09-121h 10Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAFD News: Spider-Man NWH Trailer, Matrix 4 Resurrection First Look, Cowboy Bebop Live Action Photos, Shang Chi BreakdownWelcome to AFD News for 9/3/21!We discuss the newest Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer, the recent Matrix 4 Resurrection first look from CinemaCon, and the latest photos released from Netflix's live action Cowboy Bebop.We also breakdown the bus fight scene from Marvel's latest film Shang Chi: Legend of the Ten Rings. You can see the scene here.Other news includes the tragic events in Afghanistan and what it means for Afghan women and filmmakers, the passing of Ed Asner and Sonny Chiba. Also covered is Cobra Kai's season 5 renewal, Francis Coppola's s...2021-09-0343 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsCC Ice: Scarlet Witch & Black Widow Stunt Double (Wandavision, Infinity War, Endgame)Introducing: CC Ice. CC is a professional stunt woman known for doubling Elizabeth Olsen’s Scarlet Witch and Scarlet Johansson’s Black Widow throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She is the owner of Space Cat Stunts Inc, Apex Entertainment Studios, and The Chamber Gym.In this episode, we discuss CC’s love for Aliens’ Ripley and T2’s (Terminator 2) Sarah Connor, how being a dancer helps stunt performers work with fight partners to sell a story, married life as a stunt industry couple, the influence of CC’s incredibly daring wing-walker pilot family, and how being a magician’s assistant helped her mas...2021-08-2757 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAFD News: Brad Allan Passes Away, Captain America 4 Contracts, & Jackie Chan's Gorgeous BreakdownWelcome to AFD News!Today's news includes the unfortunate passing of action film legend Brad Allan, Robert Rodriguez’s El Rey Network finds a new home, casting announcements for Witcher prequel series, live action My Hero Academia film finds its director, Alan Taylor talks losing interest in film after fan backlash over Thor 2 and Terminator Genisys, casting updates for Brad Pitt’s Bullet Train, Ryan Reynolds and potentially Extraction’s Chris Hemsworth make their way to Fortnite, Paper Tigers hits #7 on Netflix, Anthony Mackie closes a deal for the next Captain America film, and Hasbro releases an Aliens anniversary Pulse Blaste...2021-08-2130 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsTim R McAdams Pt 2: Avengers Infinity War & Endgame, Black Panther, The Wire, & AtlantaIntroducing: Tim R McAdams. Tim is a business consultant, enrichment speaker, and professional action stuntman. When he isn’t behind a podium, he’s on-set for productions such as Black Panther, Avengers Infinity War, Avengers Endgame, and Fast & Furious 7 as well as TV shows such as The Wire, The Walking Dead, Oz, Atlanta, and Black Lightning.In this episode, we go in depth on his experience losing 25 lbs in 3 weeks, getting beat up on The Wire, being a part of entertainment history with HBO’s Oz, and going pantsless in front of a busy street for Donald Glover’s Atlanta series...2021-08-1325 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAFD News: John Wick 4 Cast, Shang Chi Trailer, & Kingsman BreakdownWelcome to AFD News, the new series from Action Filmmaking Decoded.Today's news includes casting announcements for John Wick 4, a trailer for Marvel's Shang Chi, the new action series 'Take Out' from Randall Park  and Lana Condor, early Suicide Squad release performance, Snake Eyes shaky cam, Ghost Busters trailer, Paper Tigers doing great on iTunes, and a new video from Ameridote's Master Ken.We also do an in-depth discussion of the crazy church fight scene from 2014's Kingman. Colin Firth plays Agent Galahad, a British gentleman spy. When the bad guys activate their violence-inducing device, Galahad fights his way through a...2021-08-0739 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsSeason 2 Announcement | New Release Schedule, AFD News, & Patreon!Hello! Quick announcement from Mike and Darren about the show moving forward...We'll be releasing episodes every Friday, alternating between our signature filmmaker interviews and news / breakdown episodes.We also have a Patreon! If you enjoy the work we do and want to support us, you can contribute to the show! Donating as little as $1 per month will get you an exclusive video-breakdown of an action scene each month!It's been a great ride so far and we're looking forward to bringing you more!-Edited by Luigi HernandezIf you enjoyed this episode, you can support us at Patreon.com/actionfilmmaking...2021-08-0600 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsTim R McAdams Pt 1: Salesman to Stuntman, POC in Stunts, & Being Set On FireIntroducing: Tim R McAdams. Tim is a business consultant, enrichment speaker, and professional action stuntman. When he isn’t behind a podium, he’s on-set for productions such as Black Panther, Avengers Infinity War, Avengers Endgame, and Fast & Furious 7 as well as TV shows such as The Wire, The Walking Dead, Oz, Atlanta, and Black Lightning.In this episode, we discuss how Tim grew from theater kid to sales associate to speaker - consultant - stuntman. Tim also talks about his work as a director for the Stunt POC Directory, details how Atlanta became the “Hollywood of the South,” and explains...2021-07-3051 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsSundance Film Festival’s First Action Comedy: “First Date” with Director Manuel CrosbyEnter: Manuel Crosby, co-director and co-writer behind the new action comedy ‘First Date’ that premiered at Sundance Film Festival this year. The film description reads: “Conned into buying a shady '65 Chrysler, shy teen Mike's eagerly anticipated first date with the girl next door, Kelsey, implodes as he finds himself targeted by criminals, cops and a crazy cat lady. A night fueled by desire, bullets and burning rubber makes any other first date seem like a walk in the park.”Manuel’s work blends witty dialogue, colorful characters, and of course, compelling action. In this episode, we talk about his relationsh...2021-07-021h 02Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsThe Paper Tigers: Bao Tran & Ken Quitugua | How to Direct a Kung Fu Action-Comedy Feature FilmIntroducing: Bao Tran and Ken Quitugua, two badass action movie masters. For their new feature length film The Paper Tigers, Bao directs and Ken action direct a Kung Fu action-comedy about three aging martial artists when they’re brought back into the fight game to solve the death of their former master.In this episode, we discuss creatively navigating the constraints of indie filmmaking, the difficulties of crowdfunding films, and why both of their directing is focused on characters rather than scenes. We also debut our newest show segment ‘Five Second Fight Club,’ so be sure to listen til the end!Jo...2021-05-211h 24Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsBlack History Month Special: Black Panther, Django Unchained, The Last DragonHappy Black History Month!This week, we’re celebrating by breaking down some of our favorite action films that feature Black heroes and action filmmakers! We’re talking Black Panther, Django Unchained, and The Last Dragon!Black Panther, Marvel’s action blockbuster featuring the late Chadwick Boseman, has become a cultural icon. We breakdown the incredible casino fight scene, analyze Black Panther's fighting style, air some visual effects grievances, and gush about Michael B Jordan’s performance.Django Unchained, Tarantino’s Western action film, boasts a star studded cast and some fantastic fights. We breakdown the Candyland shootout, talk about how violen...2021-02-1349 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsVlad Rimburg Pt 3: Jane Wick & Shaky Cam SecretsReintroducing: Vlad Rimburg, the bad boy from Belarus. Vlad is an action / 2nd unit director, fight coordinator, fight choreographer, editor, and performer. Notable works include Lucifer, Sultan, and Unlucky Stars. You can find much of his work, from professional pre-viz to action short passion projects, on his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/vjvlad?pbjreload=102.In this episode, we go in-depth about Vlad’s work with indie action shorts, discussing how he riffed on John Wick’s fighting style for his female John Wick short “Ballerina” as well as recounting the gnarliest groin grabs and nut shots he’s ever chore...2021-02-0545 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsVlad Rimburg Pt 2: Lucifer, Brothers, Sultan, Unlucky StarsReintroducing: Vlad Rimburg, the bad boy from Belarus. Vlad is an action / 2nd unit director, fight coordinator, fight choreographer, editor, and performer. Notable works include Lucifer, Sultan, and Unlucky Stars. You can find much of his work, from professional pre-viz to action short passion projects, on his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/vjvlad?pbjreload=102.In this episode, we discuss Vlad’s experience with Netflix’s hit show Lucifer, Indian action films Brothers and Sultan, and the show stopping indie action film Unlucky Stars (that featured AFD alumni Sam Hargrave & Emmanuel Manzanares).Vlad details the art of using stunt doub...2021-01-2945 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsVlad Rimburg Pt 1: From Indie to Hollywood, Making Fighters Look GoodIntroducing: Vlad Rimburg, the bad boy from Belarus. Vlad is an action / 2nd unit director, fight coordinator, fight choreographer, editor, and performer. Notable works include Lucifer, Sultan, and Unlucky Stars. You can find much of his work, from professional pre-viz to action short passion projects, on his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/vjvlad?pbjreload=102.In this episode, we discuss transitioning from the indie action world to hollywood, the state of female representation in action films, and how smoke can supplement the creative process. Vlad also talks about the different roles of fight choreographers and fight coordinators as well...2021-01-221h 06Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsBest of AFD - 2020Introducing: the best of 2020. It’s been a great year for Action Filmmaking Decoded, so today we’re taking a look back at some of the most interesting clips from our episodes thus far. You may even hear a bit from Skylar, the OG podcast host!This episode, we’ll hear from the action filmmakers on camera, off camera, and everywhere in between. Wade Eastwood talks dropping Tom Cruise out of a plane, Keir Beck explains how to rig a flame throwing guitar player on the front of a speeding truck, Scott Adkins details kicking Donnie Yen in the throat, and mu...2021-01-161h 11Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsGarrett Warren Pt 2: Choreographing Logan, Avatar, & Alita: Battle AngelIntroducing: Garrett Warren. Garrett is the self proclaimed “best one-eyed, balding stunt coordinator / 2nd unit director in all of Hollywood.” His filmography includes Logan, Avatar, and Alita: Battle Angel. He’s also worked with talent such as Hugh Jackman, Mickey Rourke, James Cameron, and Stephen Spielberg, to name a few. Most recently, Garrett has worked on the upcoming two sequels to Avatar.We sit down with Garrett to break down Alita: Battle Angel’s incredible bar fight scene and discuss what martial arts influenced Alita’s zero-gravity fighting style. We also talk large-scale battles when reviewing Avatar’s breathtaking final sequence. An...2021-01-0844 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsGarrett Warren Pt 1: Street Fights & Leading Stunt TeamsIntroducing: Garrett Warren. Garrett is the self proclaimed “best one-eyed, balding stunt coordinator / 2nd unit director in all of Hollywood.” His filmography includes Logan, Avatar, and Alita: Battle Angel. He’s also worked with talent such as Hugh Jackman, Mickey Rourke, James Cameron, and Stephen Spielberg, to name a few. Most recently, Garrett has worked on the upcoming two sequels to Avatar. In this episode, we discuss choreographing according to story, the incredibly useful shotdeck.com, and the smell of a good fight. We explore Garrett’s passion for photography and how it influences him as a filmmaker. Garrett also vividly d...2021-01-0143 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsChristmas Action Movie Breakdowns - Die Hard, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Iron Man 3, Home AloneWelcome  to AFD’s Christmas Special! Join Darren and Mike as we explore some of  the best holiday action and stunt films of all time: Die Hard, Kiss Kiss  Bang Bang, Iron Man 3, and Home Alone. We discuss what makes John  McClane the perfect action hero, the incredibly witty dialogue of Shane  Black, the unique action of a powered-down Iron Man, how Joe Pesci’s  head was lit on fire, and the true whereabouts of Mr. Elvis Presley.  Today’s episode is laid back and a ton of fun- we hope you enjoy!  Thank you so much for your support throughout 202...2020-12-2537 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsEmmanuel Manzanares on Logan, Gemini Man, and 87 Eleven Action with Chad Stahelski Part 2.Introducing: Emmanuel Manzanares, prolific action choreographer and stunt performer. You can see his handiwork in Logan, Gemini Man, and Batman: Enemy Within, to name a few. We discuss what makes for great stunt camera work and “bending” martial arts for the screen. We also take an in-depth look at Logan, Gemini Man, and more. Join us as we chat with Emmanuel Manzanares, actor and orchestrator of on-screen combat.2020-12-181h 07Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsEmmanuel Manzanares on the Fight Choreography Process, Cinematography, and Film Directing Part 1.Introducing: Emmanuel Manzanares, prolific action choreographer and stunt performer. You can see his handiwork in Logan, Gemini Man, and Batman: Enemy Within, to name a few. We discuss what makes for great stunt camera work and “bending” martial arts for the screen. We also take an in-depth look at Logan, Gemini Man, and more. Join us as we chat with Emmanuel Manzanares, actor and orchestrator of on-screen combat.2020-12-111h 04Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsMad Max: Fury Road - Keir Beck on Stunt Rigging for FilmIntroducing: Keir Beck, award-winning Stunt Coordinator, Director, and writer. Keir is well known for his remarkable work on Mad Max: Fury Road, The Matrix, and Pirates of the Caribbean, to name a few.   We talk about Keir’s filmography, his program teaching up and coming stunt performers and riggers, and how being a tree surgeon set up Keir’s film career. As always, we also break down some of our guest’s exceptional stunt work.  Join us for this conversation with the incredible Keir Beck.2020-11-191h 04Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsThe Dark Knight Trilogy and Inception - Tom Struthers Part 2Introducing Tom Struthers: international stunt extraordinaire. We had the pleasure of discussing his tales of Bollywood, tremendous impact working with Christoper Nolan in Inception and the Dark Knight Trilogy, and his innovative and revolutionary choreography techniques. Join us in our 2 part interview with Tom Struthers, revolutionist of the stunt coordination industry.2020-08-2826 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsTom Struthers on Salman Khan, Bollywood Action Filmmaking, and The Dark Knight Trilogy Part 1Introducing Tom Struthers: international stunt extraordinaire. We had the pleasure of discussing his tales of Bollywood, tremendous impact working with Christoper Nolan in Inception and the Dark Knight Trilogy, and his innovative and revolutionary choreography techniques. Join us in our 2 part interview with Tom Struthers, revolutionist of the stunt coordination industry.2020-08-1934 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsScott Adkins on Ip Man 4 & Boyka Undisputed III Fight Breakdowns and the Importance of Good Director RelationshipsIntroducing Scott Adkins: actor, producer, and martial artist to the core. In this episode, we were graced with Mr. Adkins presence as we went down the line of his entire career in the film industry. In the realm of acting, we discussed his tutelage under Dee Cannon and Mykel Shannon Jones (Undisputed III) and his director and actor relationship with Isaac Florentine, Jesse V. Johnson (Accident Man, Debt Collector, Avengement), and Adrian Bol. These director partnerships have given Scott a great opportunity to take on more challenging character-driven films. In the domain of production, we examined his role as a c...2020-08-0556 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsMission Impossible Franchise- Wade Eastwood on his Creative Process in Stunt CoordinatingWe had the privilege of interviewing Wade Eastwood: one of the biggest names in stunt coordination, most famously known for his work on 'Mission: Impossible Fallout' and 'Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation'. He has worked on stunts for over twenty-seven years including the James Bond Franchise, Jumanji: The Next Level, Jack Reacher, and Edge of Tomorrow. Here, we had the chance to talk to Eastwood about his exciting stunt coordinating & 2nd unit directing experiences with Tom Cruise and writer/director Christopher McQuarrie, his ingenious creative process, and his methodology in choreography. Join us in our interview with Wade Eastwood as...2020-07-2943 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsMichael Lehr on Extracton Fight Scene Breakdowns and Rocket Jump Part 2Introducing part 2 with Michael Lehr: Professional stuntman who has worked on Rocket Jump shorts, video game mo-cap (Star Wars The Force Unleashed, Sleeping Dogs), the John Wick franchise, Logan, Extraction, Mulan, and now Fast and Furious 9 doubling as Han Lue. In this 2 part interview series he answers questions about his start in the industry, his martial arts background, Asian Americans in stunts, and breakdowns from his extensive stunt filmography. Join us in this interview with the one and only Michael Lehr, legendary stunt coordinator and stuntman.2020-07-1655 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsMichael Lehr on John Wick 3, Mulan, Fast and Furious 9, Diversity in Stunts, and Video Game Motion Capture Part 1Introducing Michael Lehr: Professional stuntman and actor who has worked on Rocket Jump shorts, video game mo-cap (Star Wars The Force Unleashed, Sleeping Dogs), the John Wick franchise (John Wick 2 & John Wick 3) with Keanu Reeves, Logan, Extraction (netflix) with Chris Hemsworth, Mulan, and now Fast and Furious 9 doubling as Han Lue. In this 2 part interview series he answers questions about his start in the industry, his martial arts background, Asian Americans in stunts, and breakdowns from his extensive stunt filmography. Join us in this interview with the one and only Michael Lehr, legendary stunt coordinator and stuntman.2020-07-091h 08Action Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsWho is Mike Messina? - Action Filmmaking Decoded Update EpisodeToday we introduce our newest podcast co-host, Mike Messina. As Skylar Tun steps down from more traditional interviews to focus on fight breakdowns, Mike will be co-interviewing guests with Darren. Mike is the former president of Binghamton University's Asian Student Union and the podcast host of 'Inside Outlook' and 'AO Story Time', podcasts focused on telling the experiences of different Asian Americans. He’s a Tae Kwon Do black belt and certified instructor with additional training in Krav Maga and Jiu Jitsu. Join us every Wednesday at 5AM for new episodes!2020-07-0115 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsMike Moh on Bruce Lee in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Martial Arts Training, and Asian Representation in Film- Action Filmmaking DecodedIntroducing Mike Moh: actor, martial arts master, and Bruce Lee aficionado. We had the absolute privilege of discussing his role in Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, martial arts philosophy in Taekwondo & Jeet Kune Do, and contemporary Asian representation in film. Join us in our interview with the Wanaukee Wisconsin’s one and only Mike Moh.2020-06-3040 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsTyler Witte on Stunt Driving for Black Panther, Baby Driver, and Extraction.Introducing Tyler Witte: stunt double and stunt driver. In this interview, we discussed his start in the stunt-driving industry, approach with performing dangerous scenes, and the mindset of this daredevil. Join us in our interview with the rising star Tyler Witte.2020-06-2233 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsSam Hargrave on Extraction, Captain America, and His Most Dangerous Stunts - Action Filmmaking DecodedIntroducing Sam Hargrave: Professional stunt coordinator, stunt double for Captain America, and now, director. We've had the pleasure of asking him some questions about his martial arts background and the action in his directorial debut, Extraction, out now on Netflix. Join us in this interview of the Sam Hargrave, legendary stuntman and choreographer.2020-05-0846 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsJohn Wick - Part 2 - The Subway Fight - Action Filmmaking DecodedToday, we're diving into the dark, neo-noir world of John Wick and the underworld rife with assassins and crime families. We will be examining some of our favorite fight scenes from over the course of John Wick 1 and 2. We hoped to cover John Wick 3 more extensively in a separate episode as it is the most action-packed and creatively choreographed of them all. Until then, join us in the exploration of the battles of John Wick, the Baba Yaga.2020-05-0730 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsJohn Wick Part 1 - The Red Circle Fight Scene - Action Filmmaking DecodedToday, we're diving into the dark, neo-noir world of John Wick and the underworld rife with assassins and crime families. We will be examining some of our favorite fight scenes from over the course of John Wick 1 and 2. We hoped to cover John Wick 3 more extensively in a separate episode as it is the most action-packed and creatively choreographed of them all. Until then, join us in the exploration of the battles of John Wick, the Baba Yaga.2020-05-0719 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsThe Ip Man Franchise - Action Filmmaking DecodedToday, we're exploring the choreography of the Ip Man franchise, known for its legendary fight scenes with Donnie Yen and company. This is an overview of the entire Ip Man franchise and it should be noted that the depth and pure volume of the movie's action sequences make it nearly impossible to cover every fight scene in-depth in a normal-length episode. We will be covering notable individual fight scenes in future shows but for now, join us in our examination of the legendary Ip Man.2020-05-0736 minAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded- The Story of Action FilmsAction Filmmaking Decoded Introduction- Who are we?In our first episode, we give a little background on who we are and why we do what we do. Our passion is placed in the creation of action films and the intricacies of fight scenes. In the future, we'll be exploring the choreography of films fron the Ip Man, Marvel, and John Wick franchises, along with many standalone features. Join us on the beginning of our journey.2020-05-0608 minInside OutlookInside OutlookInside Outlook #22: Fostering Creative Minds with Darren TunWelcome back to Inside Outlook with our third episode for Fall 2019! In today's episode I am joined by Cinema Society of Binghamton's President, Darren Tun. We got to talk about his club's first event and what new projects he has cooking.  We also got to talk about why he got into film-making, advice to people interested, and how being Asian American affects his work. New episodes every other Friday with your host, ASU President, Mike Messina!2019-10-1938 min