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SoundStackThe Business - ‘Severance’ cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné talks moving into the director’s chairThis week, Kim Masters speaks to Severance director and cinematographer, Jessica Lee Gagné. The Quebecois filmmaker reflects on her collaboration with Severance executive producer Ben Stiller, which began on the Showtime limited series Escape at Dannemora. She discusses becoming the first woman to be Emmy-nominated in the same year for both cinematography and directing in a drama series, and the major leap of faith it took to transition from a successful career as a DP into the world of directing.
Plus, Disney is reshaping its sports strategy, launching a standalone ESPN app, and making billion-dollar deals wi...2025-08-0830 minThe Business‘Severance’ cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné talks moving into the director’s chairThis week, Kim Masters speaks to Severance director and cinematographer, Jessica Lee Gagné. The Quebecois filmmaker reflects on her collaboration with Severance executive producer Ben Stiller, which began on the Showtime limited series Escape at Dannemora. She discusses becoming the first woman to be Emmy-nominated in the same year for both cinematography and directing in a drama series, and the major leap of faith it took to transition from a successful career as a DP into the world of directing.
Plus, Disney is reshaping its sports strategy, launching a standalone ESPN app, and making billion-dollar deals wi...2025-08-0830 min
Severed: The Ultimate Severance PodcastS2E23 - REWATCH07-PT01 - Chikhai BardoARE YOU READY, REFINER? IT DOESN'T GET MUCH COOLER THAN THIS...The episode "Chikhai Bardo" blew a lot of people away when it premiered as the 7th episode of the second season. A brand new leader was in the Director's Chair but she was a familiar face to both cast and crew. This is Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagne's first foray into directing. Based on the incredible success of this episode, she'll probably never be a cinematographer again. We're going back in time with a blushing Mark and Gemma. We'll see how they met and fell i...2025-07-311h 06
The You You Are: A Severance PodcastThe Official Severance Director & Cinematographer Breakdown (Between Floors)We are back from our mini-hiatus!! This week "Between Floors" we decided to go back and examine the directing and cinematography that was NOT done by Ben Stiller and Jessica Lee Gagne. We wanted to take a look at the other amazing partnerships behind the camera and what signature shots, styles and choices we could find in their episodes. Turns out your refined hosts Rodnesha and Kali had PLENTY to talk about. Support the show on Patreon!Follow Us on BlueSky: @theyo...2025-07-031h 31
The Making Of"Severance" Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné on Filming the Series, Working with Ben Stiller, & MoreIn this episode, we welcome Jessica Lee Gagné. Jessica is the cinematographer of the award-winning series, “Severance”. In our chat, she shares about her upbringing, early inspirations, and path to becoming a Director of Photography. She also sheds light on her longtime collaboration with Ben Stiller on both “Escape at Dannemora” and “Severance”. In addition, she talks about the tools and techniques used to capture this groundbreaking series — and offers invaluable advice for filmmakers today.“The Making Of” is presented by AJA:Commercial shoots require speed and precision, which is why Dubai-based freelance editor Nikolay Ivanov depends on A...2025-06-1838 min
The Ankler PodcastTV’s Top Directors: ‘Good American Family,’ ‘Severance,’ ‘Zero Day’ & ‘The Pitt’In this bonus episode of The Ankler podcast, the second of two
recorded live on May 18 at L.A.'s DGA Theater, The Ankler and the Directors
Guild of America bring you a series of insightful and memorable conversations — presented by Threads — about the art of directing for television. You’ll hear Lesley Goldberg’s interview with Liz Garbus, who directed the pilot and the pivotal fifth episode of Hulu’s limited series “Good American Family,” and Elaine Low’s conversation with Jessica Lee Gagné, who made her directing debut on the second season of Apple TV+’s “Severance.” Katey Rich leads two Q...2025-06-111h 06
Filmmakers Academy PodcastFinding the Frame - The Cinematography of Severance (feat. Jessica Lee Gagné)Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year by using the promo code FAPOD50. And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers!Get your discount here: https://watch.filmmakersacademy.com/checkout/new?o=83067&d=FAPOD50In this episode of Finding the Frame, Chris Haigh interviews the exceptionally talented cinematographer and director Jessica Lee Gagné, known for...2025-06-0556 min
Dolby Creator Talks248 - The Cinematography of SeveranceThis week we return to the stunning visual world of “Severance,” the critically acclaimed Apple TV+ series from creator Dan Erickson and director Ben Stiller. Cinematographer and fellow director Jessica Lee Gagné joins us to discuss her work on the show’s second season, including how she crafted the eerie, sterile look of Lumon Industries and expanded the visual palette in new, unexpected ways. Jessica discusses her collaborative relationship with the creative team, the emotional and psychological subtext behind the framing, and how film was used to deepen the surreal, dreamlike atmosphere of the important flashbacks in episode 7, which she dir...2025-06-0336 min
Palomitas y refrescosEpisodio 33 - T/3 - "Severance", serie de Apple tvGaliana y JR comentan para el blog galianaycia.com la serie de Apple Tv "Severance", dirigida por Ben Stiller y Aoife McArdle, estrenada su primera temporada en 2022, la segunda en enero de 2025, con guion de Dan Erickson.
Sinopsis oficial:Mark Scout dirige un equipo en la misteriosa empresa Lumon Industries cuyos empleados se han sometido a un procedimiento quirúrgico que separa sus recuerdos entre trabajo y vida personal. Este arriesgado experimento de "equilibrio entre lo laboral y lo personal" es puesto en tela de juicio cuando Mark se encuentra envuelto en un misterio que le obligará a confrontar la verdadera natural...2025-05-1635 min
Frame & Reference Podcast188: "Severance" S2 Cinematographer Jessica Lee GagnéToday we've got an absolutely INCREDIBLE conversation with Jessica Lee Gagné, here to talk about her work on Severance Season 2 and so much more.Enjoy!F&R Online ► https://www.frameandrefpod.comSupport F&R ► https://www.patreon.com/FrameAndRefPodWatch this Podcast ► https://www.YouTube.com/@FrameAndReferenceProduced by Kenny McMillanWebsite ► https://www.kennymcmillan.comInstagram ► https://www.instagram.com/kwmcmillan2025-05-081h 06
Cinematography Podcast - Cam NoirJessica Lee Gagné: Pushing Boundaries in Severance Season 2The Cinematography Podcast Episode 308: Jessica Lee Gagné
Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné is an essential creative force behind Severance on Apple TV+. She has an expanded role in the show's second season with a producer credit and directs the pivotal episode 207, “Chikhai Bardo.” The series' unique look and world-building is meticulously crafted through extensive testing and close collaboration between her and showrunner Ben Stiller, who also directs the majority of episodes.
For Severance Season 2, Jessica embraced a darker aesthetic, intentionally tweaking the look from the previous season. Even within the artificial office environment of Lumon, she pursue...2025-04-301h 18The Cinematography PodcastJessica Lee Gagné: Pushing Boundaries in Severance Season 2The Cinematography Podcast Episode 308: Jessica Lee Gagné
Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné is an essential creative force behind Severance on Apple TV+. She has an expanded role in the show's second season with a producer credit and directs the pivotal episode 207, “Chikhai Bardo.” The series' unique look and world-building is meticulously crafted through extensive testing and close collaboration between her and showrunner Ben Stiller, who also directs the majority of episodes.
For Severance Season 2, Jessica embraced a darker aesthetic, intentionally tweaking the look from the previous season. Even within the artificial office environment of Lumon, she pursues a blend of natural realis...2025-04-301h 18Podcast Episodes - Cam NoirJessica Lee Gagné: Pushing Boundaries in Severance Season 2The Cinematography Podcast Episode 308: Jessica Lee Gagné
Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné is an essential creative force behind Severance on Apple TV+. She has an expanded role in the show's second season with a producer credit and directs the pivotal episode 207, “Chikhai Bardo.” The series' unique look and world-building is meticulously crafted through extensive testing and close collaboration between her and showrunner Ben Stiller, who also directs the majority of episodes.
For Severance Season 2, Jessica embraced a darker aesthetic, intentionally tweaking the look from the previous season. Even within the artificial office environment of Lumon, she pursue...2025-04-301h 18
The Cinematography PodcastJessica Lee Gagné: Pushing Boundaries in Severance Season 2The Cinematography Podcast Episode 308: Jessica Lee Gagné
Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné is an essential creative force behind Severance on Apple TV+. She has an expanded role in the show's second season with a producer credit and directs the pivotal episode 207, “Chikhai Bardo.” The series' unique look and world-building is meticulously crafted through extensive testing and close collaboration between her and showrunner Ben Stiller, who also directs the majority of episodes.
For Severance Season 2, Jessica embraced a darker aesthetic, intentionally tweaking the look from the previous season. Even within the artificial office environment of Lumon, she pursues a blend of natural realis...2025-04-301h 18
The PetaPixel PodcastSeverance's Jessica Lee Gagné on Cinematography, Directing, and More!The X5 is the latest flagship camera from Insta360. With full 360° 8K30fps capture, enhanced low-light performance, and a 185-minute battery life, X5 is designed for all-day, all-night, all-angle shooting. Get the X5 now, the smartest and toughest 360° Camera ever made here and use code “PetaPixel” to get a free 114cm invisible selfie stick with your purchase.--This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by Cinematographer and Director Jessica Lee Gagné from the hit TV show Severance! She talks at length about how she approached lighting, framing, camera work, and more!2025-04-231h 35
The SVR'D FloorCold HarborGemma's Fate and Mark and Helly's Future | Severance Season 2 Finale00:00:00 Introduction00:04:45 Recap00:19:40 DiscussionWe dive headfirst into the corporate abyss with a recap of "Severance" Ep 310 that's more twisted than Lumon's HR policies. Brienne of Tarth saving the day? Check. Innie/outie love triangles ending in heartbreak? Double-check. And Milchick kicking ALL kinds of ass with that INCREDIBLE marching band??! Check.If you're craving a deep dive into the morality minefield and corporate cult BS of "Severance," then smash that like button and subscribe, friends! And don't forget to praise Kier!In "Severance," Mark Scout (Scott...2025-03-241h 41
The Movie PodcastJessica Lee Gagné on Severance Season 2 Finale Spoilers, Fan Theories, Crazy Transitions, and more from Cold Harbour (Apple TV+)On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Jessica Lee Gagné returns to the show to join Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony in Toronto for an in-depth discussion on the Severance Season 2 finale and more.Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.caContact: hello@themoviepodcast.caFOLLOW USDaniel on X, Instagram, LetterboxdShahbaz on X, Instagram, and LetterboxdAnthony on X, Instagram, and LetterboxdThe Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes...2025-03-2232 min
Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e10 'Cold Harbor' | Milchick Men podcast Apple TV Plus review recap theoryIn the final episode of Season 2, Mark talks to himself, Dylan leaves himself a note, while the gang games a Gemma goat-gun gamble against Lumon luminaires. Plus rock-out with Milchick's Marching Music Madness and Helly's hell-raising hollering! Goodnight Severance s2 episode 10 'Cold Harbor' breakdown on Apple TV Plus! 00:00 Intro 00:53 Catfish's rating 07:06 Bubba's rating 13:06 Listener ratings 17:15 Correctionss 19:45 Upcoming Podcasts 20:10 What would you like Severed? 21:52 Severance Sillies 26:11 The Birthing Cabin 34:39 Helly's visit from Dad 36:56 Dylan's letter to Dylan 38:58 Completing Cold Harbor 54:24 Innie Uprising! 1:05:59 Outies are s3...2025-03-221h 31Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e10 'Cold Harbor' | Milchick Men podcast Apple TV Plus review recap theoryIn the final episode of Season 2, Mark talks to himself, Dylan leaves himself a note, while the gang games a Gemma goat-gun gamble against Lumon luminaires. Plus rock-out with Milchick's Marching Music Madness and Helly's hell-raising hollering! Goodnight Severance s2 episode 10 'Cold Harbor' breakdown on Apple TV Plus! 00:00 Intro 00:53 Catfish's rating 07:06 Bubba's rating 13:06 Listener ratings 17:15 Correctionss 19:45 Upcoming Podcasts 20:10 What would you like Severed? 21:52 Severance Sillies 26:11 The Birthing Cabin 34:39 Helly's visit from Dad 36:56 Dylan's letter to Dylan 38:58 Completing Cold Harbor 54:24 Innie Uprising! 1:05:59 Outies are s3...2025-03-221h 31
Cosmic Circus PodcastsSeverance Season 2 Review (Spoilers) | Cosmic Circus ReviewsJohn & Vin are joined by Red (Anthony Flagg) to discuss Severance season 2! From Lumon to waffle parties, the boys breakdown the highs and lows of biggest show of the year so far and their predictions for the future!
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The SVR'D FloorThe After HoursWe dive headfirst into the corporate abyss with a recap of "Severance" Ep 309 that's more twisted than Lumon's HR policies.Rich people eating eggs like they're committing war crimes? Check. Innie love triangles that'll make your head spin? Double-check. And Milchick being more surprising and deliciously duplicitous than ever? You bet!If you're craving a deep dive into the morality minefield and corporate cult BS of "Severance," then smash that like button and subscribe, friends! And don't forget to praise Kier!In “Severance,” Mark Scout (Scott) leads a team at Lumon Industries, whose employees have...2025-03-171h 22
Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e09 'The After Hours' | Milchick Men podcast Apple TV Plus review theory #SeveranceIn the season's penultimate episode, every character is on the move: Burtving buys a ticket on the last train out of town, Miss Huang hops a bus, while Mark makes a bed in a pickup! Dylan departs the severed floor, as Jame jumps down to see his Helly. Our Severance s2 episode 9 'The After Hours' breakdown on Apple TV Plus! 00:00 Intro 01:22 Catfish's rating 03:23 Bubba's rating 06:43 Correction 08:45 Listener ratings 11:37 Upcoming Podcasts 12:00 What would you like Severed? 14:07 Severance Sillies 18:07 Apple TV Plus Quiz 20:20 Bye Bye Burtving 28:25 Lumon: Milchick, M...2025-03-151h 23Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e09 'The After Hours' | Milchick Men podcast Apple TV Plus review theory #SeveranceIn the season's penultimate episode, every character is on the move: Burtving buys a ticket on the last train out of town, Miss Huang hops a bus, while Mark makes a bed in a pickup! Dylan departs the severed floor, as Jame jumps down to see his Helly. Our Severance s2 episode 9 'The After Hours' breakdown on Apple TV Plus! 00:00 Intro 01:22 Catfish's rating 03:23 Bubba's rating 06:43 Correction 08:45 Listener ratings 11:37 Upcoming Podcasts 12:00 What would you like Severed? 14:07 Severance Sillies 18:07 Apple TV Plus Quiz 20:20 Bye Bye Burtving 28:25 Lumon: Milchick, M...2025-03-151h 23
Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e08 'Sweet Vitriol' | Milchick Men podcast Apple TV Plus Review Theory #severanceHarmony Cobel heads home & huffs with Hampton.... but only after sucking oxygen in her late Mother's bed. Speaking of 'sucking', the hosts give the coastal town of Salt's Neck a terrible rating on TripAdvisor! And while Aunt Sissy may live by the 9, what rating will we give the episode? Did ether host love the episode? (See what I did there?) Our Severance s2 episode 8 'Sweet Vitriol' breakdown on Apple TV Plus! 00:00 Intro 01:11 Bubba's rating 06:26 Catfish's rating 10:50 Listener ratings 14:35 Upcoming Podcasts 16:32 What would you like Severed? 18:46 Severance Sillies 20:25 What do you...2025-03-081h 18Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e08 'Sweet Vitriol' | Milchick Men podcast Apple TV Plus Review Theory #severanceHarmony Cobel heads home & huffs with Hampton.... but only after sucking oxygen in her late Mother's bed. Speaking of 'sucking', the hosts give the coastal town of Salt's Neck a terrible rating on TripAdvisor! And while Aunt Sissy may live by the 9, what rating will we give the episode? Did ether host love the episode? (See what I did there?) Our Severance s2 episode 8 'Sweet Vitriol' breakdown on Apple TV Plus! 00:00 Intro 01:11 Bubba's rating 06:26 Catfish's rating 10:50 Listener ratings 14:35 Upcoming Podcasts 16:32 What would you like Severed? 18:46 Severance Sillies 20:25 What do you...2025-03-081h 18
Magic Rays of Light3D Video Conversion and Deep Water SoloSigmund and Devon grade their predictions for the 97th Academy Awards, discuss the process of converting films and shows to 3D, and recap the latest Apple Immersive Video release: Deep Water Solo. Pre-Roll Sigmund’s Oscars Ballot Devon’s Oscars Ballot 3D Video Conversion Owl3D CineUltra Epson 6050UB Epson 5050UB JVC DLA-NZ7 Apple TV News Apple Announces the New iPad Air and Base Model iPad Apple Reveals New Magic Keyboard for iPad Air Channels Infuse Trailer Talk Side Quest Number One on the Call Sh...2025-03-051h 39
We Needed Roads PodcastWe Needed Roads: Severed Section: Severance S2 EP 7 Spoiler Special: Chikhai BardoJoin your WNR refiners Neil G, David L, Marie S & Jose L as they delve into all the questions, answers and theories from #severance S2 EP 7 Chikhai Bardo. The team talk the amazing performance by Dichien Lachman as Gemma and the stellar debut by Jessica Lee Gagne as the shows director!There's also creepy fertility dentists, hot Mark and Sandra Bernhard!#severance #severancespoilers #podcast #lumon2025-03-051h 22
Go Creative ShowDirecting & Shooting Severance Season 2 with Jessica Lee GagnéIn this episode of the Go Creative Show, Jessica Lee Gagné returns to discuss her experience filming Severance Season two, plus her Episode 7 directorial debut. She shares insights into her creative process, the challenges of shooting in unique environments, and the evolution of cinematography from Season One to Season Two. Jessica emphasizes the importance of collaboration, the emotional journey of directing, and the innovative techniques used in the series, including transitions and lighting choices. The conversation highlights her growth as a filmmaker and her aspirations for future projects Takeaways Jessica's directorial debut was a significant milestone i...2025-03-0359 minSevered: The Ultimate Severance PodcastS2E07 - EpiCap07 - Chikhai BardoGLAD TO HAVE YOU BACK, REFINER!Wow, is there a treat for you this week! This might even be better than the melon bar. It's an all new episode directed by an all new director. Jessica Lee Gagne is the stellar Director of Photography for all of Season One and Season Two so far. This week, she's taking the big chair and calling the shots as Director.Spoiler alert: She does an AMAZING job!We've got flashbacks!! We visit the Testing Floor for the first time. We've got GEMMA!! Living, breathing Gemma right...2025-03-0333 min
Top TV : Severance After Show RecapsSeverance Season 2 Episode 7: "Chikhai Bardo" After ShowSeverance Season Two is winding down and so has our new podcast talking about the best tv shows and we are starting with Severance!Mark Scout relives his memories of Gemma, while she goes through several harrowing experiences on the Testing Floor. Episode Details:Severance Season 2Episode 7: Chikhai BardoWritten by: Dan Erickson and Mark FriedmanDirected by: Jessica Lee GagnéOriginal Release Date: February 28, 2025OfficialSynopsis: An old romance intersects with a deadly presentLinktr.ee/TopTVPod...2025-03-0350 min
Lumon Is Listening: A Severance PodcastChikhai Bardo (season 2, episode 7) Laci R. and Matt S. provide a spoiler-filled recap and analysis of season 2, episode 7 of Apple TV+'s Severance: "Chikhai Bardo." So, we finally get some answers. Kind of. Unfortunately, it comes in the form of that most dreaded trope that every prestige TV series engages in around the seventh episode of a season: the flashback episode! At the same time, the show has never been more adversarial toward its viewers in terms of withholding information that would make the whole thing make a lot more emotional sense. Luckily, this is still a very interesting...2025-03-021h 06
Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e07 'Chikhai Bardo' | Milchick Men podcast Apple TV Plus Review Theory #severanceMark & Gemma had heaven, now Gemma and Mark are in hell. But did their lives intersect with Lumon early than we thought? We've got more than 6 rooms of discussions as we breakdown Severance s2 episode 7 'Chikhai Bardo' on Apple TV Plus! Can Catfish tame his 4 tempers which didn't enjoy the episode? Can Bubba pretend to care? Our podcast is as enjoyable as a trip to the dentist! 00:00 Intro 01:21 Catfish's rating 03:59 Bubba's rating 06:10 FMK: The Testing Floor 09:59 Listener ratings 14:09 Upcoming Podcasts 15:05 What would you like Severed? 18:33 Severance Sillies 19:38 Mark's Reintegration2025-03-011h 16Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e07 'Chikhai Bardo' | Milchick Men podcast Apple TV Plus Review Theory #severanceMark & Gemma had heaven, now Gemma and Mark are in hell. But did their lives intersect with Lumon early than we thought? We've got more than 6 rooms of discussions as we breakdown Severance s2 episode 7 'Chikhai Bardo' on Apple TV Plus! Can Catfish tame his 4 tempers which didn't enjoy the episode? Can Bubba pretend to care? Our podcast is as enjoyable as a trip to the dentist! 00:00 Intro 01:21 Catfish's rating 03:59 Bubba's rating 06:10 FMK: The Testing Floor 09:59 Listener ratings 14:09 Upcoming Podcasts 15:05 What would you like Severed? 18:33 Severance Sillies 19:38 Mark's Reintegration2025-03-011h 16
The SchmearCast64 - 'Severance' S2 E7 "Chikhai Bardo" with Director Jessica Lee Gagné!'Severance' cinematographer and director of the masterful Season 2, Episode 7, "Chikhai Bardo," Jessica Lee Gagné joins The SchmearCast!First, Schmear and Sean Byrne (Modern Mythos) break down this rich, dense, and emotionally devastating episode, starting with their big-picture impressions (2:44) before diving into the plot specifics. They discuss the beautiful, warm direction, Dichen Lachman’s performance as Gemma, the horrors of Lumon (25:08), and what the hell they think is actually happening in the export hall.After the recap, they’re joined by director and cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné to discuss the making of "Chikhai Bardo" (42:31)—how she pulled o...2025-02-281h 38
The Prestige TV Podcast‘Severance’ Season 2, Episode 7 With ‘Lost’ Cocreator Damon LindelofJo and Rob go from door to door to recap the seventh episode of ‘Severance’ Season 2. They run through a handful of listener questions before discussing their interpretations of the lore-heavy episode, the grim nature of the testing floor, and whether or not Gemma decided to get severed (4:12). Along the way, they highlight what makes this the strongest episode of the show to date and Jessica Lee Gagné’s dazzling directorial debut (34:55). Later, Joanna is joined by ‘Lost’ cocreator and showrunner Damon Lindelof to talk about why he loves ‘Severance,’ his Season 2 theories, the challenge of mystery box shows, and much more...2025-02-281h 47
The Severance Podcast with Ben Stiller & Adam ScottS2E7: Chikhai Bardo (with Dichen Lachman and Jessica Lee Gagné)This week, it’s finally time to take the elevator down to the testing floor. To break down all the revelations in Season 2 Episode 7, Ben and Adam are joined by Dichen Lachman, who plays Gemma / Ms. Casey. She shares what it was like filming in a brand new location with a new cast of characters, how she and Adam built out the relationship between Gemma and Mark, and the origin story of Ms. Casey’s iconic wig. Then, Ben sits down with Jessica Lee Gagné, Severance’s main cinematographer and director of the episode, to talk about why she chose t...2025-02-281h 18
The Movie PodcastJessica Lee Gagné on the Secrets of Severance, Shooting on Film, Working with Ben Stiller, and More (Chikhai Bardo)On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Anthony are joined by Jessica Lee Gagné, a Producer, Cinematographer, and fellow Canadian behind the hit Apple TV+ series SEVERANCE. Jessica makes her directorial debut with Severance Season 2, Episode 7, titled Chikhai Bardo. In our discussion, Jessica shares secrets behind the series, her experience collaborating with Creator Dan Erickson and Director Ben Stiller, shooting on film, and much more.Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.caContact: hello@themoviepodcast.caFOLLOW USDaniel on X, In...2025-02-2836 min
The Geekcentric PodcastBehind The Geeks | Our Interview with SEVERANCE Director of Photography Jessica Lee GagnéThis is our interview with Canadian Director of Photography Jessica Lee Gagné, the visionary behind the striking visuals of Severance, the Apple TV+ original series. In Season 2, she makes her directorial debut with Episode 7, entitled Chikhai Bardo, and we dive into the intricacies of her work—exploring the meticulous attention to detail that shapes the dual worlds of Severance, from the sterile halls of Lumon to the eerie town of Kier. We also geek out over her favourite lenses and techniques, and she shares what she set out to express about herself through her directorial debut.Season 2 of...2025-02-2616 min
Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e06 'Attila' | Milchick Men podcast Apple TV Plus Review Theory #severanceLove is in the air, on the floor, and in the Outie Family Visitation Suite as Severance's love triangles add angles. Burt betrays, Dylan's disloyal, Milchick meltdowns and Mark's mind malfunctions on the 6th episode of the 2nd season of Severance 'Attila'! Practice perfecting paperclipping and enjoy the Double P HQ hosts getting back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 Intro 00:59 Catfish's rating 03:25 Bubba's rating 05:20 Does Severance miss Ms. Cobel? 07:45 Listener ratings 09:59 Severance passes Ted Lasso 10:46 What would you like Severed? 12:49 Who's the Worst? 20:44...2025-02-221h 27Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e06 'Attila' | Milchick Men podcast Apple TV Plus Review Theory #severanceLove is in the air, on the floor, and in the Outie Family Visitation Suite as Severance's love triangles add angles. Burt betrays, Dylan's disloyal, Milchick meltdowns and Mark's mind malfunctions on the 6th episode of the 2nd season of Severance 'Attila'! Practice perfecting paperclipping and enjoy the Double P HQ hosts getting back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 Intro 00:59 Catfish's rating 03:25 Bubba's rating 05:20 Does Severance miss Ms. Cobel? 07:45 Listener ratings 09:59 Severance passes Ted Lasso 10:46 What would you like Severed? 12:49 Who's the Worst? 20:44...2025-02-221h 27
Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e05 "Trojan's Horse" | Milchick Men Podcast on AppleTV Plus review theory #severanceWe'll refrain from using 'big words' as we discuss: Elderly Erotic Entanglements, Severed Smack talk, Melon Memorials and More! + Outie Irv gets a invitation to throuple? Listen as our podcast goes so long, you'll need the lunch menu on the 5th episode of the 2nd season of Severance 'Trojan's Horse'! The Double P HQ hosts are back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 Intro 01:18 Helen-uh, not Hell-lay-nuh 02:32 Catfish's rating 05:31 Bubba's rating 08:52 Gen X Cat Mom's rating 09:52 Who cares what we think! 10:40 Thank you! 12:22 What would you like...2025-02-151h 25Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e05 "Trojan's Horse" | Milchick Men Podcast on AppleTV Plus review theory #severanceWe'll refrain from using 'big words' as we discuss: Elderly Erotic Entanglements, Severed Smack talk, Melon Memorials and More! + Outie Irv gets a invitation to throuple? Listen as our podcast goes so long, you'll need the lunch menu on the 5th episode of the 2nd season of Severance 'Trojan's Horse'! The Double P HQ hosts are back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 Intro 01:18 Helen-uh, not Hell-lay-nuh 02:32 Catfish's rating 05:31 Bubba's rating 08:52 Gen X Cat Mom's rating 09:52 Who cares what we think! 10:40 Thank you! 12:22 What would you like...2025-02-151h 25
Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e04 "Woe's Hollow" | Milchick Men Podcast on AppleTV Plus review theory explainedAn office outing includes many activities that Lumon H.R. does not condone: Discussion of lineage leaving in the Dieter Eagan National Forest, pop-up sex in a pop-up tent, marshmallows roasting in an open fire, & co-worker drowning. Innie Irv takes the first steps to non-existence, Helena is revealed, Helly returns, and Milchick wears the BEST threads once again. Listen, provide feedback and write the 4th Appendix as we talk 'Woe's Hollow' the 4th episode of the 2nd season of Severance! The Double P HQ hosts are back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 In...2025-02-081h 19Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e04 "Woe's Hollow" | Milchick Men Podcast on AppleTV Plus review theory explainedAn office outing includes many activities that Lumon H.R. does not condone: Discussion of lineage leaving in the Dieter Eagan National Forest, pop-up sex in a pop-up tent, marshmallows roasting in an open fire, & co-worker drowning. Innie Irv takes the first steps to non-existence, Helena is revealed, Helly returns, and Milchick wears the BEST threads once again. Listen, provide feedback and write the 4th Appendix as we talk 'Woe's Hollow' the 4th episode of the 2nd season of Severance! The Double P HQ hosts are back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 In...2025-02-081h 19
Cinem(ação)Segundo Corte #13: Severance (Ruptura)Severance (Ruptura) conquistou o coração dos nossos apresentadores a tal ponto, que eles resolveram sair do transe que estavam para voltar a gravar podcasts, e agora, eles chegam para dissecar cada detalhe dessa produção.Brincadeiras à parte, Severance (Ruptura) vai muito além de uma simples série de ficção científica. Com um ar autoral, por ter sido dirigida por Ben Stiller, a série se aproveita de ter um grande estúdio (Apple) nos bastidores para poder trabalhar em cada detalhe da produção. Trata-se de uma obra que pode ser vista diversas vezes, e ainda assim...2025-02-031h 44
Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e03 "Who is Alive?" | Milchick Men Podcast on hit Apple TV Plus | Review Theory ExplainedJoin us as we go deep down the Innie Pouch - discussing Outie Mark's bad choice, Helena's bad business with Ms. Cobel, the Lonely Goatherd filled with bad intentions, and Milchick's bad day at the office PLUS - will Innie Dylan betray Outie Dylan? Once you listen, you'll ask 'Who is Alive?' after 90 minutes of Severance talk!?! The Double P HQ hosts are back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 Intro 01:31 Catfish's rating 03:24 Bubba's rating 07:40 Call to Action 08:43 Emmy Expectations 12:25 What would you like Severed? 14:23 Best...2025-02-011h 26Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e03 "Who is Alive?" | Milchick Men Podcast on hit Apple TV Plus | Review Theory ExplainedJoin us as we go deep down the Innie Pouch - discussing Outie Mark's bad choice, Helena's bad business with Ms. Cobel, the Lonely Goatherd filled with bad intentions, and Milchick's bad day at the office PLUS - will Innie Dylan betray Outie Dylan? Once you listen, you'll ask 'Who is Alive?' after 90 minutes of Severance talk!?! The Double P HQ hosts are back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 Intro 01:31 Catfish's rating 03:24 Bubba's rating 07:40 Call to Action 08:43 Emmy Expectations 12:25 What would you like Severed? 14:23 Best...2025-02-011h 26
Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e02 "Goodbye, Mrs. Selvig" | Milchick Men Podcast on #Severance from Apple TV PlusWe learn the outie fallout to the innie revolt - yet why did Outie Irv return? We still wonder who is on the floor: Helly or Helena? Mark is vital to the success of 'Cold Harbor' - can he get there without putting Gemma/Ms. Casey in trouble? PLUS - are the Outies as interesting as the Innies? Say 'Goodbye, Mrs. Selvig' and listen! The Double P HQ hosts are back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 Intro 00:53 Catfish's rating 02:45 Bubba's rating 05:12 Thoughts from a Binge Watcher 07:17 Upcoming Podcasts2025-01-241h 20Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e02 "Goodbye, Mrs. Selvig" | Milchick Men Podcast on #Severance from Apple TV PlusWe learn the outie fallout to the innie revolt - yet why did Outie Irv return? We still wonder who is on the floor: Helly or Helena? Mark is vital to the success of 'Cold Harbor' - can he get there without putting Gemma/Ms. Casey in trouble? PLUS - are the Outies as interesting as the Innies? Say 'Goodbye, Mrs. Selvig' and listen! The Double P HQ hosts are back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 Intro 00:53 Catfish's rating 02:45 Bubba's rating 05:12 Thoughts from a Binge Watcher 07:17 Upcoming Podcasts2025-01-241h 20
Double P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e01 "Hello, Ms. Cobel" | Milchick Men Podcast on #Severance Apple TV Plus Review Recap Theory Is Mark S. the villain of Severance? Why did Irv return? Who's on the Severance floor: Helly or Helena? What kind of jerk would reject Mr. Milchick's twelve perfect balloons? The Double P HQ hosts are back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 Intro 00:57 Listener Review 01:38 Catfish's rating 03:06 Bubba's rating 04:47 Season One Thought 07:19 Outstanding Mysteries 11:16 What would you like Severed? 13:13 Best 'Severance Silly' of the week 15:47 What happened when switch flipped? 18:18 Episode Breakdown 46:49 Mark S. is the villain 50:51 Feedback Mark...2025-01-2254 minDouble P PodcastsSEVERANCE s2e01 "Hello, Ms. Cobel" | Milchick Men Podcast on #Severance Apple TV Plus Review Recap Theory Is Mark S. the villain of Severance? Why did Irv return? Who's on the Severance floor: Helly or Helena? What kind of jerk would reject Mr. Milchick's twelve perfect balloons? The Double P HQ hosts are back to work / Season 2 gets back to work on Apple TV+ ! 00:00 Intro 00:57 Listener Review 01:38 Catfish's rating 03:06 Bubba's rating 04:47 Season One Thought 07:19 Outstanding Mysteries 11:16 What would you like Severed? 13:13 Best 'Severance Silly' of the week 15:47 What happened when switch flipped? 18:18 Episode Breakdown 46:49 Mark S. is the villain 50:51 Feedback Mark...2025-01-2254 min
The Perks Of Being A Book Lover PodcastS10:Ep222 - Summer Reading with Bookseller Sam Miller - 5/25/24Our website - www.perksofbeingabooklover.com.
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This week we have our annual summer reading episode with our favorite bookseller, Sam Miller, store manager at Carmichaels Bookstore in Louisville, KY. By this point in our spring season, we are tired, so having Sam on and letting her do the heavy lifting on book suggestions is what we’re about. Sam clues us in to some new fiction, nonfiction, traditional summer rea...2024-05-151h 00
Forward Radio podcastsPerks S10:Ep222 - Summer Reading with Bookseller Sam Miller | 5-25-24Our website - www.perksofbeingabooklover.com.
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This week we have our annual summer reading episode with our favorite bookseller, Sam Miller, store manager at Carmichaels Bookstore in Louisville, KY. By this point in our spring season, we are tired, so having Sam on and letting her do the heavy lifting on book suggestions is what we’re about. Sam clues us in to some new fiction, nonfiction, traditional summer reading, mysteries, sci-fi/fantasy, and children’s bo...2024-05-151h 00
Galactic Punch BowlSpace Hotel Episode 8 - All Work and No PaySPECIAL CELEBRITY GUEST EPISODE! D.A.V.E., the hotel's friendly A.I. system, starts questioning why he doesn't have a paycheck.WRITER:Jackson BrueheimCAST:Varun Sathi as Job McConyMark Lee as Mally MorrisonTy Scheuerman as Krikkit Krustolix and Frederick WatkinsCourtney Gagné as ToppsDashawn Ricks as Frank NixKate Devorak as TrishaHeather Harper as GalvatineEmilia Domanowski-Gonzalez as KevinSamantha V. Hutton as Vorina and SusieDave Bratton as D.A.V.E.E...2023-05-1342 minGalactic Punch BowlSpace Hotel Episode 7 - On Topp of ThingsInvestors are visiting the hotel to see Frank's plans for Space Resort. Trouble is, nobody but Topps remembers what day it is. Even Frank. Topps breaks down and everyone has to perform their duties without her...WRITERS:Natalia Otero Herrera and Eddie FranciscoCAST:Varun Sathi as Job McConyMark Lee as Mally MorrisonTy Scheuerman as Krikkit KrustolixCourtney Gagné as ToppsDashawn Ricks as Frank NixKate Devorak as TrishaJosé Samora as Chaz WorthSamantha V. Hutton as Gran Gr...2023-03-1629 min
From Suarez's Basement - A Communication, Media, and the Arts PodcastThe magician behind visual storytelling - Cinematographer It's always exciting and fun to chat with someone with such a passion and love for visual storytelling. Jessica Lee Gagne is a well-known cinematographer who is behind the visual world of Apple’s new hit TV show Severance. We talked with Jessica about her love and passion for visual storytelling, her experience behind-the-scenes of Severance, and her work partnership with director and actor Ben Stiller. We also discussed what it means for her to break barriers as a female cinematographer in a male-dominated profession. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from such an inspiring expert!2022-09-1229 min
The Butch and The BiEpisode 96 - Severance (2022)Sends us a comment or question!Hey friends,Apple TV's/Dan Erickson's "Severance" is a mystery box of a show that delivers stellar performances from Adam Scott, Zach Cherry, Britt Lower, Tramell Tillman, Patricia Arquette, and John Turturro and a compelling horror to unravel in a world where a procedure exists where workers don't remember their home life while at work and vice versa. Spoilers ahead faithful listeners!Season One Released: February 18 - April 8, 2022Stars:Adam Scott, Zach Cherry, Britt Lower, Tramell Tillman, Patricia Arquette, and John T...2022-06-2844 min
Processing Severance: The After Show PodcastInterview with Severance Cinematographer, Jessica Lee Gagné#ProcessingSeverance host Rick Hong talks to Jessica Lee Gagné, Director of Photography on the new #AppleTVPlus series #Severance.
Process the show alongside our Hollywood Critics Association experts and share your feedback!
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Cast: Adam Scott as Mark, Britt Lower as Helly, John Turturro as Irving, Christopher Walken as Burt, Patricia Arquette as Harmony Cobel / Mrs. Selvig, Jen Tullock as Devon, Zach Cherry as Dylan, Tramell Tillman as Milchick, Yul Vazquez as Petey, Dichen Lachman as Ms. Casey.
Showrunner: Ben Stiller.2022-04-1313 min
TV/Streaming – topher offerSeverance – Season 1 REVIEW
Würdet ihr manchmal, nach einem nervigen Arbeitstag, euren Kopf auch gerne komplett frei vom Büro-Stress machen? In der neuen SciFi-Serie „Severance“ geht das tatsächlich. Aber wie ergeht es dann eigentlich dem Teil von euch der nur noch Büro- aber kein Privatleben mehr kennt? Ob die neueste Serie auf AppleTV+ dazu interessante Antworten liefert, erfahrt ihr in dieser Folge.
Titel (englisch): SeveranceJahr: 2022Regie: Ben Stiller / Aoife McArdleDrehbuch(Idee): Dan EricksonKamera: Jessica Lee Gagné / Matt MitchellMusik: Theodore Shapiro
2022-04-1041 minThe topher offerSeverance – Season 1 REVIEW
Würdet ihr manchmal, nach einem nervigen Arbeitstag, euren Kopf auch gerne komplett frei vom Büro-Stress machen? In der neuen SciFi-Serie „Severance“ geht das tatsächlich. Aber wie ergeht es dann eigentlich dem Teil von euch der nur noch Büro- aber kein Privatleben mehr kennt? Ob die neueste Serie auf AppleTV+ dazu interessante Antworten liefert, erfahrt ihr in dieser Folge.
Titel (englisch): SeveranceJahr: 2022Regie: Ben Stiller / Aoife McArdleDrehbuch(Idee): Dan EricksonKamera: Jessica Lee Gagné / Matt MitchellMusik: Theodore Shapiro
2022-04-1041 minThe Cinematography PodcastCinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné on Severance, working with Ben Stiller, Escape at Dannemora, Mrs. AmericaSeverance, a trippy, mind-bending thriller on Apple TV+, takes the idea of work/life balance to an extreme. Certain employees working for the mysterious corporation, Lumon, undergo a surgical procedure called severance that plants a chip in their brain. Severed employees can't remember anything from their personal lives while at work, and outside of work, they can't access their memories of their office life. This creates two separate people, known as “innies” at work and “outies” at home.
Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné grew up in Quebec City, Canada, surrounded by movies from her father's video stores which sparked her love of film...2022-04-0654 minThe Cinematography PodcastCinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné on Severance, working with Ben Stiller, Escape at Dannemora, Mrs. AmericaSeverance, a trippy, mind-bending thriller on Apple TV+, takes the idea of work/life balance to an extreme. Certain employees working for the mysterious corporation, Lumon, undergo a surgical procedure called severance that plants a chip in their brain. Severed employees can't remember anything from their personal lives while at work, and outside of work, they can't access their memories of their office life. This creates two separate people, known as “innies” at work and “outies” at home.
Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné grew up in Quebec City, Canada, surrounded by movies from her father's video stores which sparked her love of film...2022-04-0654 minCinematography Podcast - Cam NoirCinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné on Severance, working with Ben Stiller, Escape at Dannemora, Mrs. AmericaSeverance, a trippy, mind-bending thriller on Apple TV+, takes the idea of work/life balance to an extreme. Certain employees working for the mysterious corporation, Lumon, undergo a surgical procedure called severance that plants a chip in their brain. Severed employees can't remember anything from their personal lives while at work, and outside of work, they can't access their memories of their office life. This creates two separate people, known as “innies” at work and “outies” at home.
Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné grew up in Quebec City, Canada, surrounded by movies from her father's video stores which sparked h...2022-04-0654 min
Fem TVMinisode with Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné joins us to chat about her work on Severance, the mind-bending Apple TV+ series. We discuss the unique look of this series, collaborating with producer/director Ben Stiller, and some of the challenges that came with shooting this first season. Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Play | Stitcher | RSS Contact + Follow: Email | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube2022-03-3115 min
Go Creative ShowSeverance Cinematography (with Jessica Lee Gagné) SEVERANCE is a mind-bending and visually stunning thriller and one of this year's best series. Cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné shares why she was hesitant to take on the show, and her incredible work throughout the season. Jessica and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli, discuss her visual approach to the “innie” and “outie” worlds, making a bland stark-white office space visually interesting, psychological tricks with cinematography, working with Ben Stiller and Christopher Walken, and more! Subscribe Now! What you will learn in this episode Why Jessica did not want to film SEVERANCE (01:43) Approach...2022-03-2250 min
Capturing Light - A Director of Photography's PodcastCapturing Light – Episode 106 with Jessica Lee Gagne[smart_podcast_player social_twitter=”true” social_facebook=”true” social_linkedin=”true” social_email=”true” ] In this episode, we talk about: What a cinematographer’s tasks are? Approaching scripts as a cinematographer. The show “Escape at Dannemora” Director of Photography: Jessica Lee Gagne http://www.jessicaleegagne.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jessicaleegagne/ https://vimeo.com/jessicaleegagne https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3911064/ Check out the video below: Thank you for listening: Please let me know what you learned or thought of the […]2019-01-1847 min
Go Guerilla FilmcastEpisode 29: An Interview With Escape From Dannemora DP Jessica Lee GagnéThis week we have an amazingly informative chat with the DP Jessica Lee Gagné. She is best known for her work on Sweet Virginia and Escape From Dannemora. We have a very fun and informative discussion about lighting and working in the industry.
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