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Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #401: Featuring Jon Lindstrom and Benjamin PollackA fantastic episode of BEHIND THE LENS that's jam-packed with two talented filmmakers, MICHAEL OBLOWITZ and BENJAMIN POLLACK – both who have a music video background – and actor JON LINDSTROM who many of the "General Hospital" fans out there will recognize, as we talk about CONFIDENTIAL INFORMANT and WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO JONNY FAITH.
Right out of the gate, writer/director MICHAEL OBLOWITZ and actor JON LINDSTROM join us discussing their new film CONFIDENTIAL INFORMANT. A well-paced slow-burn noir police thriller with a twist, CONFIDENTIAL INFORMANT boasts an exceptional cast (along with Lindstrom, there's Mel Gibson, Nick Stahl, Dominic Purcell, and Kate...2023-07-101h 11Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #314: Featuring Jessica Devaney and D.W. ThomasA female-centric fun BEHIND THE LENS with this episode thanks to producer JESSICA DEVANEY and director D.W. THOMAS.
First up, we're welcoming JESSICA DEVANEY, producer and founder/president of Multitude Films who joins us live off fresh off the world premiere at Tribeca of her latest film, PRAY AWAY. Just in time for Pride Month, Jessica talks about the genesis of Multitude Films and its mission. An LGBTQ-led independent production company, Multitude is dedicated to telling non-fiction stories by and about underrepresented communities. Listen as Jessica talks about founding Multitude, finding and developing stories, working hands-on/boots on the...2021-06-211h 03Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #281: Featuring Sarah ColtIt's another diverse and interesting #BTLRadioShow this week as we take chat live with director and documentarian SARAH COLT about her independent feature directorial debut with THE DISRUPTED. Plus, hear what writer/director MARK WILLIAMS has to say in our exclusive interview about his latest film, HONEST THIEF.
First up, take a listen to writer/director MARK WILLIAMS as he talks about his latest film HONEST THIEF starring Liam Neeson and Kate Walsh, along with Robert Patrick, Jeffrey Donovan, Jai Courtney, and Anthony Ramos. And let's not forget Tazzie the dog! Perhaps best known for his work as a producer...2020-10-121h 07Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #272: Featuring Sam Friedlander and Andrea DorfmanA fun-filled week on #BTLRadioShow thanks to our special guests, writer/director SAM FRIEDLANDER and director ANDREA DORFMAN.
First up this show is SAM FRIEDLANDER who is back for a second go-round for his comedy, BABYSPLITTERS. It's wonderful to welcome Sam back to the show as he first joined us in February 2019 when the film premiered on the festival circuit and now it's in distribution and available for everyone to see. Take a listen as Sam recaps the film and some of the highlights of crafting the comedic balance of two couples and one pregnancy and "babysplitting" parental responsibilities, while...2020-08-031h 06Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #271: Featuring Ryan Brookhart and Kyle CouchTake a listen now to some of the most insightful filmmaking conversations around thanks to director RYAN BROOKHART talking TWO WAYS TO GO WEST and writer/director KYLE COUCH talking THE TENT. Plus, hear what ALEX WINTER had to say about the much anticipated BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC during our recent exclusive interview!
First up is director RYAN BROOKHART talking about his new film - TWO WAYS TO GO WEST. A drama that showcases some dynamic performances from James Liddell (who also wrote the film), Paul Gennaro, and Drew Kelley as three friends coming together for the wedding of...2020-07-271h 06Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #270: Featuring Bob RoseA terrific and quite energetic #BTLRadioShow this week thanks to director/editor BOB ROSE and his new documentary INSTABAND, plus the love fest for THE OUTPOST continues with our exclusive interview with TAYLOR JOHN SMITH.
I'm still trying to figure out how director Rod Lurie ended up with not only such an incredibly talented cast on THE OUTPOST, but one filled with truly outstanding, respectful, nice young men. Obviously, like attracts like. Over the past few weeks on BEHIND THE LENS you've heard our exclusive interviews with Rod Lurie talking about the making of THE OUTPOST, as well as CALEB...2020-07-201h 11Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #269: Featuring Mike ArthurA fun-filled show this week on #BTLRadioShow thanks to writer/director MIKE ARTHUR talking the noodly goodness of his latest documentary, I, PASTAFARI. Plus, our prerecorded exclusive interview with CALEB LANDRY JONES talking about his award-worthy performance in THE OUTPOST. The love for THE OUTPOST keeps rolling along on BEHIND THE LENS! Two weeks ago you heard our exclusive conversation with director Rod Lurie talking THE OUTPOST and this week we kick off the show with our in-depth exclusive interview with CALEB LANDRY JONES as he talks about the film and his role as Medal of Honor recipient Sgt Ty...2020-07-131h 08Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #268: Featuring Brian BarsugliaIt's a fun show thanks to writer/director BRIAN BARSUGLIA, who joins us live at the midpoint of the show to talk about a film I'm very excited to be a part of – SOCIAL DISTANCE. Plus, we've got our exclusive prerecorded interview with cinematographer SEBASTIAN THALER talking about his latest film, the riveting nail-biter 7500.
First up is our exclusive conversation with SEBASTIAN THALER talking about 7500. This is a film not to be missed and Sebastian's lensing melded with a powerhouse emotional performance by Joseph Gordon-Levitt makes 7500 the riveting, jaw-dropping, edge-of-your-seat thriller that it is. With a pedigree that includes working wi...2020-07-061h 06Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #267: Featuring Michael CuencaAn exciting episode of #BTLRadioShow this week thanks to writer/director/editor/composer MICHAEL CUENCA, who joins us live talking about his new I'LL BE AROUND, while director ROD LURIE talks about his latest (and greatest) film THE OUTPOST, in our exclusive prerecorded interview.
First up is our exclusive conversation with director ROD LURIE talking about his new film THE OUTPOST. In short, THE OUTPOST is the BEST PICTURE OF THE YEAR! Based on Jake Tapper's bestselling book "The Outpost: An Untold Story of American Valor", Rod delivers a film that is visceral, intense, emotional, powerful, and technically superlative. This...2020-06-291h 12Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #266: Featuring Jeffrey DoornbosAnother full week on #BTLRadioShow as we continue our discussion on A THOUSAND MILES BEHIND with actor JEFFREY DOORNBOS who joins us live, plus our exclusive pre-recorded interview with writer/director JOSHUA CALDWELL as we talk about his new hot-button film INFAMOUS.
He was unable to join us last week along with his director Nathan Wetherington, but actor JEFFREY DOORNBOS is with us live talking about getting into character, finding the soul of "Preston", and his performance in the powerful A THOUSAND MILES BEHIND. A longtime member of the acclaimed Blue Man Group in New York City, Jeffrey talks about...2020-06-221h 03Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #265: Featuring Nathan WetheringtonA more reflective show this week on #BTLRadioShow as we focus on two standout films – A CLEAR SHOT with our exclusive prerecorded interview with MARIO VAN PEEBLES, and A THOUSAND MILES BEHIND with our special live guest, director NATHAN WETHERINGTON.
First up, we take a look at A CLEAR SHOT with our exclusive interview with MARIO VAN PEEBLES. A powerful film based on the true-life events of the largest hostage situation ever in the United States when a group of four Vietnamese youths stormed a Good Guys electronics store in Sacramento. A film that couldn't be more timely and topical in...2020-06-151h 06Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #264: Featuring Isak Borg, Dena Hysell-Cornejo, Ryan Churchill and Danny Parker-LopesIt's a full house on BEHIND THE LENS this week thanks to four fabulous filmmakers and two wonderful and very different films!
First up we're talking the fascinating and frightening ALGORITHM: BLISS with writers/directors ISAK BORG and DENA HYSELL-CORNEJO. A thought-provoking and riveting tale of what happens when ethics, morals, technology, and sanity collide, ALGORITHM: BLISS boasts a mesmerizing performance by Sean Faris. Listen as Borg and Dena go in-depth talking about designing the color palette and visual tonal bandwidth of the film and its reliance on some outstanding production design, casting, and above all, the genesis of development...2020-06-081h 03Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #263: Featuring Lise RavenAn exciting #BTLRadioShow this week as we welcome back writer/director LISE RAVEN to talk about her wonderful film SNAELAND, plus our prerecorded exclusive interview with creator/writer/showrunner MARK BOMBACK talking about the riveting mini-series on Apple TV – DEFENDING JACOB.
First up is our prerecorded exclusive interview with MARK BOMBACK, the creator and writer of the acclaimed hit mini-series, DEFENDING JACOB! Now before you take a listen, be warned – SPOILERS! Mark and I discuss all aspects of the show, including spoilers for those who haven't yet seen it, and because of that we purposely decided together to hold this inte...2020-06-011h 07Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #262: Featuring Brian LevinWith a theme of cinematic atmosphere and a meld of past and present, this week on BEHIND THE LENS we take a look at two films – A NUN'S CURSE and UNION BRIDGE – and two exciting filmmakers – TOMMY FAIRCLOTH and BRIAN LEVIN.
First up, take a listen to our prerecorded exclusive interview with writer/director/editor/cinematographer TOMMY FAIRCLOTH going in-depth with A NUN'S CURSE. Shot on location in a Civil War era prison, the story melds a present day road trip of four friends (one of whom is obsessed with all things nun-related, especially the legendary Sister Monday) with the prison...2020-05-181h 05Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #261: Featuring Jonathan SmithAnother busy week on BEHIND THE LENS thanks to our long-awaited special guest, writer/director/editor JONATHAN SMITH talking BATSH*T BRIDE, and our exclusive interview with writer/director/cinematographer JOHN BARR talking BLOOD AND MONEY. And how about some info on a little trivia contest happening this Saturday courtesy of HOLLYWOOD CRITICS ASSOCIATION.
This week we're taking another walk down the aisle with BATSH*T BRIDE and writer/director/editor JONATHAN SMITH. Our regular listeners will recall that one of the film's stars, Chad Anthony Miller, was on the show last month and talked about the film from an...2020-05-111h 05Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #260: Featuring Michele Remsen and Bruce DellisThe Force (and certainly the comedic force) is with #BTLRadioShow on this May the 4th Monday thanks to a jam-packed show and some fabulous guests; so jam-packed, in fact, the show expands to 90 minutes this week!
First up, say "welcome back" to writer/director MICHELE REMSEN who is back with us talking about her hilarious anti-romcom TOSS IT and worldwide VOD (Amazon Prime, AppleTV) screenings which culminated in a live Zoom Q&A with Michele and some cast and crew on May 4th courtesy of NYWIFT.
Then take a listen to writer/director/editor BRUCE DELLIS talking about his new...2020-05-041h 28Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #220: Featuring Lynn Shelton and Frederick CipolettiIt's all about the trials and tribulations of family and the human condition this week on BEHIND THE LENS as we take a look at two distinctly different films – DESOLATE and SWORD OF TRUST – and two distinctly different approaches to filmmaking.
First up, take a listen to our exclusive prerecorded interview with writer/director LYNN SHELTON as she talks about her new film, SWORD OF TRUST. Always a laugh-filled joy to speak with Lynn, we kick off our conversation talking about her directorial lessons learned over the past few years while focusing on episodic television versus feature films and now her...2019-07-081h 02Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #179: Featuring Marc Forster and Nick ScownAs we head into the dog days of summer, BEHIND THE LENS heads back to the Hundred Acre Wood with Marc Forster, takes another look at PRETTY BAD ACTRESS with Nick Scown, and welcomes an industry stalwart and loving dad turned author Norm Aladjem. Kicking off this episode of #BTLRadioShow, we go back to the Hundred Acre Wood and hear what CHRISTOPHER ROBIN director MARC FORSTER had to say to film critic debbie elias about bringing Pooh and pals to life in CHRISTOPHER ROBIN. From a request by his own daughter to make a film she could watch ("a Pooh...2018-08-131h 02Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #173: Featuring Peyton Reed, Ben Lewin and Haffstein Gunnar SigurdssonYou might want to call this episode of BEHIND THE LENS, "Six Degrees of Separation of Paul Rudd" as all of our filmmakers today are connected to Paul Rudd. . .and let's not forget that Paul Rudd has two films currently out in theatres and/or on VOD and digital – THE CATCHER WAS A SPY and "Ideal Home" – with one of the most anticipated films of the year opening up this week – ANT-MAN AND THE WASP!
First up, we dive into the quantum realm of ANT-MAN AND THE WASP and hear a bit from writer/director PEYTON REED as he talks about...2018-07-021h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #172: Featuring Buzz Aldrin and Michael GrodnerIt's a BEHIND THE LENS that's out of this world thanks to former astronaut and "Global Space Statesman" BUZZ ALDRIN, writer/director MICHAEL GRODNER, and writers/directors/actors DAVID ZELLNER and NATHAN ZELLNER as we look to the stars, the world of punk rock, and a wild western! First up we take a peek into the stars and space exploration with our pre-recorded interview with BUZZ ALDRIN. A sit-down exclusive that preceded film critic debbie elias moderating an intimate Q&A with Buzz on June 21 for the premiere of THE MAN WHO UNLOCKED THE UNIVERSE (a fascinating documentary on Ulugh...2018-06-251h 02Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #158: Featuring Luke ShirockIt's a journey into the making of a musical fantasy/rock opera on BEHIND THE LENS with special guest LUKE SHIROCK talking about his new film, TOMMY BATTLES THE SILVER SEA DRAGON, while JOHANNES ROBERTS talks horror in our exclusive interview on THE STRANGERS: PREY AT NIGHT. First up, take a listen to film critic debbie elias' pre-recorded exclusive interview with director JOHANNES ROBERTS as they go in-depth about Johannes' latest film, THE STRANGERS: PREY AT NIGHT. Cinematography, sound design, needle drops, casting, horror films, and more, no stone is left unturned. And for all the BAILEE MADISON fans out...2018-03-121h 03Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #141: Featuring Randall Batinkoff and Srikant ChellappaBEHIND THE LENS is so "bad" it's good as we celebrate BAD GRANDMAS with special guests, actor RANDALL BATINKOFF and director SRIKANT CHELLAPPA. BAD GRANDMAS stars Batinkoff, Judge Reinhold, Pam Grier and Florence Henderson in her final film role, and let me tell you, Florence Henderson is about as far from Carol Brady as you can get in BAD GRANDMAS! Not only listen to Srikant talk about the making of BAD GRANDMAS from idea to casting and cinematography, but Randall delights with warm – and hilarious – remembrances of the filming. Adding a bit more to the mix, Randall and Srikant – each now a...2017-10-301h 03Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #140: Featuring David BurkmanIt's another exciting BEHIND THE LENS this week as we welcome writer/director DAVID BURKMAN, plus, hear film critic debbie elias' exclusive interview with cinematographer ED LACHMAN.
In his first feature outing, DAVID BURKMAN tackles the Greek system of the college world with HAZE. A "fictional" work structured much like the story of Dionysus in "The Bacchae" by Euripedes, Burkman's approach is hard-charging and at times no-holds-barred shocking but at the same time eye-opening on issues that face us not only on the college campus but within human nature. Filmmakers will appreciate hearing about the logistic challenges David faced as...2017-10-231h 03Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #137: Featuring Logan Sparks and Drago SumonjaIt's time to get "lucky" on this episode of BEHIND THE LENS with the screenwriters of LUCKY - LOGAN SPARKS and DRAGO SUMONJA. And hear excerpts of film critic debbie elias' exclusive interview with LUCKY director JOHN CARROLL LYNCH!
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2017-10-021h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #134: Featuring Brian CavallaroThis week on BEHIND THE LENS writer/director BRIAN CAVALLARO is on hand talking about the making of AGAINST THE NIGHT. Night shoots and lensing inside the decaying and decrepit (and haunted - shhh!) Holmesburg Prison in Philadelphia using flashlights as the filming light source are just some of the challenges Brian talks about embracing and overcoming in order to bring this story to life. And for a bonus, Brian gives some tips and recommendations on working with the local film commission. Plus, hear what writer/director ROGER MICHELL had to say in his exclusive interview with film critic debbie...2017-09-111h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #133: Featuring Finn TaylorThis week on BEHIND THE LENS we unleash the magic of UNLEASHED with special guest, writer/director FINN TAYLOR. UNLEASHED, a charmer from beginning to end with a fairytale-like essence is a magical mix of technology, astrology, a cat, a dog, and of course, love. You'll have fun listening to Finn as he talks about his idea for the story and then the individual departments involved in putting a film like this together, right down to the stop-motion animation opening and end titles.
And hear some excerpts of film critic debbie elias' exclusive interview with writer/director RIC ROMAN WAUGH...2017-08-2858 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #130: Featuring David SingerBEHIND THE LENS welcomes writer/director DAVID SINGER live at the midpoint of the show as he talks about new film IMPERFECTIONS. You've heard Marilu Henner and Ed Begley, Jr. talk about the film, but now listen as David gives you the ins and outs of the project as well as discussing his own musical and filmmaking journey. But before you hear from David Singer, take a listen to film critic debbie elias' exclusive interview with director MARC WEBB as they go in-depth talking about THE ONLY LIVING BOY IN NEW YORK.
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2017-08-071h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #126: Featuring Jennifer Arnold and Chris SivertsonMiss BEHIND THE LENS? live this week? Catch up now with our special guests: Director JENNIFER ARNOLD talking FAT CAMP? and writer/director CHRIS SIVERTSON talking HEARTTHROB. Plus, director JEFFREY SCHWARZ wasn't able to be with us live due to OUTFEST, but take a listen to part of his in-depth interview with film critic debbie elias talking about THE FABULOUS ALLAN CARR!
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2017-05-011h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #115: Featuring Kellee Pratt, Aurora Desmond, Kristen Lopez and Paula GuthatA truly "classic" BEHIND THE LENS as we talk TCM CLASSIC FILM FESTIVAL with special guests Kellee Pratt, Aurora Desmond, Kristen Lopez and Paula Guthat! Plus hear what RAQUEL WELCH has to say about "Old Hollywood" along with a Jimmy Stewart anecdote, while the iconic NORMAN LLOYD tells us what he's up to at this year's TCMFF. And take a trip down memory lane as we reminisce about the legendary ROBERT OSBORNE with excerpts of an earlier TCM interview in which he talks with film critic debbie elias about the genesis of the festival and its importance to him.
http...2017-04-031h 01Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #113: Featuring Samantha Isler and Hunter AdamsBTLRadioShow digs deep into DIG TWO GRAVES this week with guests SAMANTHA ISLER, and w/d HUNTER ADAMS! WALTER IUZZOLINO talks about WALTER PRESENTS and debbie talks about a new fave film - THEY CALL ME JEEG!
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2017-02-1356 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #107: Featuring Penelope Spheeris and Mark EhrenkranzPARTY ON listeners! This week on BEHIND THE LENS we're celebrating the 25th Birthday Bash of WAYNE'S WORLD! Get ready to rock 'n roll with WAYNE'S WORLD director PENELOPE SPHEERIS who talks about "the making of" as well as the worlds of indie versus studio filmmaking. Things get really wild when MARK EHRENKRANZ joins in at the midpoint as the decades old friends talk punk rock, music videos and the appeal of WAYNE'S WORLD over the past 25 years. Mark is the creator and producer of the WAYNE'S WORLD event and tells all about the wild ride putting it together for...2017-02-061h 01Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #106: Featuring Miranda BaileyIt's all about awards on BEHIND THE LENS this week! Take a listen now as SWISS ARMY MAN producer Miranda Bailey gives us insight not only into the Spirit Award Nominated SWISS ARMY MAN, but her approach to producing. And hear extensive excerpts of film critic debbie elias' exclusive interview with Oscar-nominated cinematographer GREIG FRASER talking Lion Movie!
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2016-12-191h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #96: Featuring Michael Snyder, Lynn Cohen, Josh Burrow and Ben MehlmanEclectic and interesting guests make this a "must listen" BEHIND THE LENS. Film critic Michael Snyder ("Culture Blaster") is live in-studio with critic and host debbie elias as they welcome LYNN COHEN ("Munich") and JOSH BURROW (Captain Morgan Rum) talking ALL IN TIME, not to mention Steven Spielberg & Woody Allen, plus their approaches to acting. And W/D Ben Mehlman is on hand for I BLAME MONTY HALL.
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2016-11-141h 01Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #95: Featuring Jane Clark, Chris Fetchko and Marina DonahueIt's time to get crazy on BEHIND THE LENS this week! First up is the leader of the Crazy B Nation - Head Crazy Bitch writer/director Jane Clark who is back with BTL to talk about her follow-up film to "Crazy Bitches" - CRAZY BITCHES 2: MOMMIES BEHAVING BADLY - and the indiegogo campaign of which you can become a part! Then we've got co-writers/co-directors Chris Fetchko and Marina Donahue on hand talking about their crazy dreams with their new feature film, the charming and funny ALL IN TIME. Talk about going "behind the lens", Chris and Marina provide...2016-11-071h 01Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #92: Featuring Reid Cox and Dorie BartonThis week BEHIND THE LENS welcomes producer/actress REID COX who talks about her latest indie project I BLAME MONTY HALL and the challenges of being a first time producer. And writer/director DORIE BARTON has her own "firsts" to talk about with her writing/directorial debut of GIRL FLU and the gifts of experience and never-ending hands-on learning. Plus, hear an excerpt of film critic debbie elias' exclusive interview with JEFFREY DEAN MORGAN as he talks about creating the character of "Sam" in DESIERTO.
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2016-10-171h 01Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #86: Featuring Steve BaldersonBEHIND THE LENS labored in the best possible way this Labor Day thanks to special guest STEVE BALDERSON. Writer/Director/Producer/Editor, listen as Steve and film critic/BTL host debbie elias navigate the filmmaking waters of his career, from his first film "Pep Squad" to his 16th feature "El Ganzo", opening September 9th. Talking style, look, cinematic influences and writing inspiration, not to mention working with legendary actress Karen Black, Steve is candid and insightful. And for the new or wannabe filmmakers out there - hear all about Steve's Maverick Workshops and how his approach to filmmaking has enabled...2016-09-051h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #85: Featuring Chris KleinIt's all aces on BEHIND THE LENS this week with actor CHRIS KLEIN live, talking his new film GAME OF ACES, a throwback to the days of Saturday afternoon serials with a little bit of Indiana Jones! Plus hear excerpts of film critic debbie elias' exclusive interview with legendary cinematographer GILES NUTTGENS, as they talk HELL OR HIGH WATER!
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2016-08-291h 02Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #84: Featuring Monika HenreidIt's all about legacy on BEHIND THE LENS this week with very special guest MONIKA HENREID as she talks about her father actor/director Paul Henreid and her new documentary about him. Plus, hear more from Jack Huston as he talks legacy and BEN-HUR, while Rodrigo Santoro talks with film critic debbie elias in this exclusive interview about playing Jesus Christ in BEN-HUR. Then, take a listen to John Legend, writer/director Richard Tanne and the cast of SOUTHSIDE WITH YOU talk about the best non-date first date ever in this moment in time in the history of Michelle and...2016-08-221h 02Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #79: Featuring Mike Dopud and Dylan WalshThe guys got it going on this week on BEHIND THE LENS as we welcome actors MIKE DOPUD and DYLAN WALSH!
First up today is DYLAN WALSH. You may know him best as Dr. Sean McNamara from the groundbreaking tv series "Nip/Tuck", but while Dylan has a long and storied career in both tv and film, you've never seen him in any role that even comes close to that of Senator Fallon in the hilarious and farsical C STREET (a more timely film we could never find during this election year and particularly the week of the RNC). And...2016-07-181h 01Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #78: Featuring Mitchel Musso and Greg CarusoAnother diverse group of talent on today's show starting with actor MITCHEL MUSSO! You may remember him best from his days on "Hannah Montana" or voicing on "Phineas & Ferb", but talking with Mitchel we get some real insight into who he is and where he's going as he talks about his career, his love of his fans and of course, his new family comedy film – CHARACTERZ!
And Greg Caruso is on hand at the mid-point of the show talking up his documentary MAKING THE AMERICAN MAN. An up close and personal look at menswear today and what a "gentleman" is, Gr...2016-07-1159 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #77: Featuring Tara Karsian, Andrea Grano, Jeffrey Vincent Parise, Dan Gauthier and Susanna WhiteIt's a "royal flush" of talent on BEHIND THE LENS as we navigate the poignant and comedic minefield of friendship with BFFs, and then go deep undercover in John le Carre's world of friendship and espionage with OUR KIND OF TRAITOR.
It's all about BFFs as we welcome writers/producers and actresses TARA KARSIAN and ANDREA GRANO, and actors JEFFREY VINCENT PARISE and DAN GAUTHIER live to BTL to talk about, what else, BFFs. Hilarity ensues with Tara and Andrea, but then explodes at the midpoint of the show with Jeffrey and Dan. Amidst the laughter, however, yous'll get some...2016-06-271h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #76: Featuring Sheri Sussman, Ian Buchanan and Benson LeeThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, we welcome back writer/director/producer SHERI SUSSMAN who delivers some exciting news about her deliciously dark comedy short, ONE NIGHT IN HOLLYWOOD. Joining her this time is one of the stars of ONE NIGHT IN HOLLYWOOD, IAN BUCHANAN. You know and loved him in "General Hospital" as Duke Lavery, but in ONE NIGHT IN HOLLYWOOD, you get to see a more "decadent" side of Ian's acting ability. Take a listen as Ian steals the show with his Scottish charm and humor talking about ONE NIGHT IN HOLLYWOOD, and giving us some "General Hospital"...2016-06-201h 01Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #75: Featuring Carole Cook and Jody McVeigh-SchultzIf you missed BEHIND THE LENS live this week, you definitely want to take a listen now to the legendary Carole Cook, writer/director Jody McVeigh-Schultz, and some excerpts of film critic debbie elias' exclusive interview with FINDING DORY producer Lindsey Collins!
Returning again this year to talk about S.T.A.G.E. LA, an event near and dear to her heart, is star of stage and screen, the one and only Carole Cook. As usual, Carole is beyond a hoot and a holler! Now in its 32nd year, STAGE LA is the longest-running annual HIV/AIDS fundraiser in...2016-06-131h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #72: Featuring Soren Peter Sorensen and Ido HaarIt's the day of the documentary filmmaker on BEHIND THE LENS this week as we welcome special guests Soren Peter Sorensen and Ido Haar.
First up is director/editor/cinematographer SOREN PETER SORENSEN talking up his timely and compelling film, MY FATHER'S VIETNAM. With Memorial Day around the corner, this personal insight into a chapter of American history that fractured the country and dismissed the needs of soldiers, shines a poignant light on Soren's journey to not only document and personalize chapters of American history through the lives of three American soldiers, but to understand his own father better. A...2016-05-231h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #71: Featuring Stephanie ShamieAnother terrific week on BEHIND THE LENS as we welcome actress STEPHANIE SHAMIE who co-stars in director Paul Duddrige's new film, MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS. Listen as Stephanie talks about her journey navigating the acting waters thus far, the craft of acting and her process, plus some insight into being part of an ensemble cast that boasts the talents of Susan Sarandon, Sharon Stone, Courteney Cox, Christina Ricci, Selma Blair and Mira Sorvino.
Then you'll hear excerpts of film critic debbie elias' exclusive interview with MAGGIE'S PLAN cinematographer Sam Levy as he goes in-depth talking about collaborating with director Rebecca Miller...2016-05-1658 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #70: Featuring Chris Cordone, Spencer Garrett and Dominic RodriguezBEHIND THE LENS gets "fast and furry" this week as we welcome special guests Chris Cordone and Spencer Garrett talking STEVIE-D and Dominic Rodriguez fills us in on his documentary and the world of "Furries" with FURSONAS.
At the quarter hour mark, writer/director/actor Chris Cordone and one of my favorite character actors, Spencer Garrett, join us live talking about their new film, STEVIE-D. Written and directed by Cordone, who stars in a dual role, STEVIE-D is guaranteed laughter as twists and turns abound thanks to not only a smart and funny script by Cordone, but a striking, light...2016-05-0958 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #65: Featuring Amberlee Colson, Ian Gomez and Eric EdelsteinIf you@apos;re clocking the number of laughs in a show, this week@apos;s BEHIND THE LENS is the champion thanks to the ALWAYS WORTHY special guests, writer/producer/actress AMBERLEE COLSON and actors IAN GOMEZ and ERIC EDELSTEIN! An amazing bunch of actors with a chemistry that shines on and off screen. You don@apos;t want to miss the lovefest/funfest with this group!
This week@apos;s special guests are @quot;always worthy@quot; of attention, especially when they@apos;re talking about their latest film, ALWAYS WORTHY ( Always Worthy the film). Take a listen...2016-04-111h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #63: Featuring Michael Damian and Courtney DanielsBEHIND THE LENS guests just keep getting better and this week the proof is in the pudding as film critic debbie elias welcomes special guests writer/director/producer Michael Damian talking his latest film, HIGH STRUNG, and actress/producer Courtney Daniels is on hand with RESCUE DOGS.
Many of you remember Michael Damian for his starring turn as Danny Ramalotti on the long running soap opera "The Young and the Restless" or, for his string of #1 hits on the pop/rock charts. But what you may not know is Michael is also a successful writer/director and producer. Working with...2016-03-281h 01Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #62: Featuring Alex RuizLaughter bounds in this week's BEHIND THE LENS as film critic debbie lynn elias welcomes LIVE in-studio, the one and only ALEX RUIZ, voice actor extraordinaire and one of the stars of the smash hit Telemundo telenovela ¿QUIEN ES QUIEN?! Talk about having a ball!!
Take a listen as debbie and Alex talk "Everything Alex" and then some, from voice acting to tv and film to the Latin and Hispanic career cross-overs, and of course, his voice work on SOUTH PARK and ¿QUIEN ES QUIEN?, plus film in general, film favorites and Alex's take on comedy performance! Given that Alex pl...2016-03-2157 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #61: Featuring Abner Pastoll and Laura GabbertFascinating doesn't begin to describe this week's BEHIND THE LENS and our fabulous guests as we hear from filmmakers Abner Pastoll, Laura Gabbert and Patricia Riggen!
ABNER PASTOLL, writer/director/editor of the Hitchcockian-styled thriller ROAD GAMES, is with us live in the first half hour talking about his inspiration and vision and the hard filmmaking road less traveled for his journey making ROAD GAMES. Leaving no stone unturned in the production values of the film, hear Abner talk about cinematography, sound and scoring as integral components to the tonal bandwidth of the film as a whole.
Documentarian LAURA GABBERT...2016-03-141h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #58: Featuring Markus ReymannWhat a terrifically "diverse" show this week as we hear excerpts of debbie's exclusive interview with Joseph Fiennes talking Kevin Reynold's RISEN, a unique telling of the crucifixion, resurrection and ascension of Christ as seen from the eyes of a non-believer with the approach of a mystery/detective story. A compelling journey for believers and non-believers alike. And we get started with some excerpts of debbie's exclusive interview with RACE director Stephen Hopkins who brings the amazing story of Jesse Owens' journey to the 1936 Olympics to the big screen. Delving into the political and societal machinations both in the United...2016-02-2258 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #53: Featuring Judy Chaikin and Arturo MuyshondtTalk about high energy! That's just what you get this week on BEHIND THE LENS as acclaimed director JUDY CHAIKIN and actor/writer/producer ARTURO MUYSHONDT are live going "behind the lens and below the line" with film critic debbie elias.
Fresh off a successful festival and theatrical run with THE GIRLS IN THE BAND and now available as a Collector's Edition DVD chock full of extra footage not included in the film itself, Judy Chaikin kicks off today's show with some toe-tapping insight into this exciting documentary. Filled with untold stories of female jazz and big band instrumentalists and...2016-01-1158 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #52: Featuring Liz HinleinKicking off 2016 and Year Two of BEHIND THE LENS is special guest, director/producer and native Philadelphian, Liz Hinlein who marks her directorial feature debut with OTHER PEOPLE'S CHILDREN. Already an award-winning director known for her commercial work as well as music videos and rockumentaries, Liz moves into the feature director's chair with this emotionally driven and visually stimulating work. With distinctive and beauteous cinematography by Liz and her DP Edward Button, visuals are a key component to her storytelling, be it in Other People's Children or a cosmetics commercial. Take a listen as Liz and debbie talk about her...2016-01-0459 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #50: Featuring Timur BekmambetovChristmas comes early to BEHIND THE LENS this week as we welcome visionary director and producer Timur Bekmambetov! debbie had the pleasure of interviewing Timur earlier this year while he was in Italy filming BEN-HUR and you heard excerpts of that interview right here on BEHIND THE LENS. But this week, Timur is live from Moscow talking about a new project he is producing and the gifted writer/director he is mentoring with it, not to mention giving us more than a few tidbits on the upcoming BEN-HUR, plus an interesting discussion on how he is inspired by young filmmakers...2015-12-1456 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #49: Featuring Nancy Ann Guettier and Steve AltenWhat a show we've got for you this week on Behind The Lens! debbie's regular readers and listeners all know of her love of books, literacy and reading, especially since so many of our greatest and most favorite films began in literature, so it's a real privilege for BEHIND THE LENS to go from Mars to the marine blue waters of the deep blue sea, from Mermaids to Megalodons, as fiction and film merge with special guests acclaimed children's book author Nancy Ann Guettier and NY Times bestselling author Steve Alten.
But before you hear from Nancy and Steve, get...2015-12-0758 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #48: Featuring Sam Klemke and Annika IltisBEHIND THE LENS went out on a limb this week with some very fun and kinda unusually themed documentaries.
First up, we welcome Sam Klemke, subject of the fascinating (and weirdly fun) documentary SAM KLEMKE'S TIME MACHINE from director Matthew Bate. We have all probably journaled highlights of each year of our lives at some point or another, but Sam Klemke kept an annual film diary of his life. Beginning in 1977 and continuing for 35 years, those Super 8mm films, reel-to-reel recordings, cassettes, VHS tapes and more, are the history of "one human", and just happened to catch the eye of...2015-11-3056 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #47: Featuring Delila VallotThis week BEHIND THE LENS digs deep and welcomes director Delila Vallot to talk about her latest documentary, CAN YOU DIG THIS. Focusing on the urban gardening revolution taking place in South Central Los Angeles, CAN YOU DIG THIS shines an inspirational light on a community that is now picking up shovels instead of guns. You can hear Delila's live interview at the halfway point of the show.
And we're doing some more digging "behind the lens and below the line" with THE GOOD DINOSAUR. Take a listen to excerpts of interviews with the film's voice talent - Sam Elliott...2015-11-2358 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #46: Featuring Sumi Jo and Rick AlversonAn exciting BEHIND THE LENS this week as debbie is privileged to welcome Grammy winning and world renowned lyric coloratura soprano Sumi Jo to the show to talk about the stunning new film YOUTH, working with Michael Caine ("He's just so adorable") and her operatic solo of David Lang's hauntingly beautiful "Simple Songs #3", plus insight into her thoughts on opera and her passion for it now.
In our last segment, we switch gears with a master of tragic irony, writer/director/producer/editor Rick Alverson, to talk about his new film ENTERTAINMENT.
Plus, hear some final thoughts from producer Nina...2015-11-1656 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #45: Featuring Trevor Baierl and Edd BendaThis week on BEHIND THE LENS we are joined by two amazing filmmakers. First up is Trevor Baierl. Already a successful reality tv producer (most recently on the twice Emmy nominated WAHLBURGERS), Trevor moved into the documentary film arena with a very personal project, ONE IN A MILLION:A CJD DOCUMENTARY. Fresh off an award-winning festival run, Trevor talks about the documentary and its future with distribution, plus shares some insight on the upcoming season of WAHLBURGERS!
Also joining debbie is writer/director/producer Edd Benda who has a hit on his hands with the wistfully emotional and visually beautiful...2015-11-0958 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #44: Featuring Kira Bursky, Jed Rigney, and Adrian ColussiWhat a fun week on BEHIND THE LENS!
Fabulous, and favorite, "future" filmmaker Kira Bursky is back talking about her new project, Big Little Filmmaker, a collaborative cooperative of interaction and resources for young future filmmakers between the ages of 12 and 22! You'll want to hear all about BIG LITTLE FILMMAKER and what Kira has to say.
Also joining me this week is writer/director Jed Rigney, a filmmaker going somewhere thanks to his imaginative and delightful new film NOWHERE GIRL! And then we have screenwriter Adrian Colussi talking about the terrifying, yet hypnotizing LANDMINE GOES CLICK. Set in the formerly...2015-11-021h 01Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #42: Featuring Luke Sabis, Charles Gorgano, Chris Mulkey and Larry FessendenThis week BEHIND THE LENS is a wall-to-wall, multi-hyphenate star-studded show!
Live in-studio with debbie for the full hour is writer/director/producer/actor LUKE SABIS together with veteran actor of stage and screen, and star of Sabis's MISSING CHILD and GHOST TENANT, CHARLES GORGANO! Joining us at the 15 minute mark is writer/director/producer/actor/musician CHRIS MULKEY, star of THE SURFACE MOVIE and also currently seen in the new movie, TRUTH. And then at the halfway point in the show there's one of my cinematic heroes – LARRY FESSENDEN. Writer/director/producer/actor/guru of horror & suspense, before there was Jason...2015-10-191h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #41: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Liz Manashil and Micah HauptmanThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, we've got a tasty treat for you as writer/director Liz Manashil and acclaimed actor Micah Hauptman join us live to talk about their latest film, the anti-romcom that's all about romance, BREAD AND BUTTER. You'll also hear more from debbie's exclusive interview with writer/director Ramin Bahrani talking 99 HOMES.
And co-host Greg Srisavasdi and debbie briefly talk Italian neorealism and the new documentary (and upcoming book) from Gianni Bozzacchi, WE WEREN'T JUST BICYCLE THIEVES: THE NEOREALISMO. Then we take you from Italy to Mexico and the drug cartels with the latest DVD/Blu-Ray...2015-10-1255 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #40: Featuring Allan Luebke and Sheri SussmanThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, debbie's flying solo but is joined by some fantastic filmmakers to talk about their current – and (surprise!) future – projects.
Returning to BEHIND THE LENS is writer/director Allan Luebke. You may remember Allan from BTL in September when his time with us was a cut a bit short. Allan very kindly agreed to come back to talk more about his documentary on MMA champ GLENA Avila, but little did I know he'd be revealing plans for a narrative feature adaptation! Talk about exciting!
At the halfway mark, writer/director/producer Sheri Sussman gets into the...2015-10-0558 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #39: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Gil Cates Jr., Jeff Gendelman and Jane ClarkThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, debbie and her cinematic co-host Greg Srisavasdi welcome director Gil Cates, Jr. and screenwriter/producer Jeff Gendelman who talk in-depth about their latest film, THE SURFACE. And the unforgettable Head Crazy Bitch herself, writer/director Jane Clark is back to enlighten us about CRAZIER BITCHES, the much talked about sequel to CRAZY BITCHES, and the current IndieGoGo campaign in which all of our listeners can participate and become a part of THE CRAZY B NATION! Then we hear some more of debbie's exclusive interview with PEACE OFFICER writer/director Scott Christopherson, plus an enthralling...2015-09-281h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #38: Featuring Madellaine Paxson and Phil AlloccoThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, debbie welcomes some very eclectic filmmakers talking about very unique – and fun – films. First up, director Madellaine Paxson joins debbie live to talk about her first feature film, BLOOD PUNCH. What makes Paxson's choice of BLOOD PUNCH even more interesting as her feature directorial debut is that her prior work, and that of BLOOD PUNCH writer Eddie Guzelian, has been as screenwriter for such terrific kids programming as "Power Rangers RPM", "The Tigger Movie", "Go, Diego, Go!" and more! From kids to comedic horror. And Madellaine explains it all! Then writer/director Phil Allocco is l...2015-09-2159 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #37: Featuring Kely McClung, Diamond Dallas Page and Allan LuebkeA "championship" line-up on BEHIND THE LENS this week as we are joined by filmmakers Kely McClung and Allan Luebke, plus DDP himself, Diamond Dallas Page!
First up at the quarter hour is filmmaker Kely McClung talking about his new film ALTERED, which makes its World Premiere on September 19th at the Action On Film Fest. But did you know that Kely is also former middleweight champ in the martial arts discipline of Full Contact Stick Fighting, something which comes in pretty handy with the action of ALTERED. At the halfway point of the show, the one and only, former...2015-09-141h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #36: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Joshua Rush and Khalil SullinsWhat a show this week! Wow! debbie's cinematic co-hort Greg Srisavasdi is back as they welcome actor Joshua Rush and writer/director Khalil Sullins.
Listen now as ultimate cool guy Joshua Rush joins in at the 15 minute mark and talks not only about his new new film, BREAK POINT, but gives everyone the "411" on his new project, Disney Channel's THE LION GUARD: RETURN OF THE ROAR and spin-off series, THE LION GUARD, and his character "Bunga". Trust us when we say, "You don’t want to miss this interview!"
Then take a quick breath because writer/director Khalil Sullins jumps on...2015-09-0759 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #35: Featuring Byron Beane, Kaitlin Smith and Mora StephensOn today's show, producer and talent manager Byron Beane joins in the fun as debbie's cinematic co-pilot as they welcome special guests, filmmakers Kaitlin Smith and Mora Stephens.
Kaitlin is live at the 15 minute mark to talk about her very special documentary, currently airing on KCET/KCET Link – PARATUS 14:50. This is the untold story of the heroism of the United States Coast Guard in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. On this 10th anniversary week of Katrina, PARATUS 14:50 is timely, topical, chilling and pride-instilling all at the same time.
Then Mora Stephens joins us at the halfway point to talk ab...2015-08-3159 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #34: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Maya Suchak, Mikayala Appleberry, Bhiwan Suchak, Sarah Evans and Kira BurskyA very special show this week on BEHIND THE LENS with frame-to-frame Los Angeles Film Festival Future Filmmakers!!! Listen now as my cinematic cohort Greg Srisavasdi and I welcome:
Youth FX filmmakers Maya Suchak and Mikayala Appleberry and their mentor, Bhiwan Suchak, winners of the Ed Elias Future Filmmaker Award for Best Narrative at LAFF 2015 for their short film "Falling", are bringing their enthusiasm all the way from Albany, NY!
The always delightful Sarah Evans, both behind the lens and in front it, joins us at the halfway mark in the show to talk about her LAFF film "Chris", plus...2015-08-2459 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #33: Featuring Juan Feldman, Ian Coyne, Karl Herrmann and Noah RosenthalSome fabulous guests this week on BEHIND THE LENS starting with writer/director Juan Feldman talking about the film that will have you dashing to the passport office to book at flight to Costa Rica – AFTER WORDS. A beautiful film with each image more perfect than the rest, Marcia Gay Harden is luminous and the story is one that will resonate with so many. Listen to Juan talk about his own passion for life which he infused into the film and hopefully, will infuse into yours. Then there's a lot of chirping and "tweeting" going on about THE CANARY as de...2015-08-1759 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #31: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Carol Nguyen, Alex R. Johnson, Evan Dumochel and Macleod AndrewsThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, we welcome Carol Nguyen, an LAFF Future Filmmaker and "Special Mention" winner of the Ed Elias Future Filmmaker Award for Experimental or Animated Film at LAFF 2015 for her short film HOW DO YOU PRONOUNCE PHO? . Carol joins us live from her home in Canada to talk about PHO, filmmaking, festivals and her latest project, SILENT MOURNERS! At the halfway mark writer/director Alex R. Johnson joins us to talk about his narrative feature debut, the riveting slow burn thriller, TWO STEP. And then wrapping up the hour, we've got producers and the film's stars...2015-08-0359 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #30: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Samantha Futerman and Ryan MiyamotoThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, Greg Srisavasdi is back and we're having "double the fun" as we chat with director Samantha Futerman & Ryan Miyamoto about their documentary TWINSTERS!
And we'll be talking about the beautiful new animated feature, THE PROPHET, and maybe even go a few rounds on SOUTHPAW, plus hear some of debbie's exclusive interview excerpts from director Alex Winter talking SMOSH: THE MOVIE and Stevan Riley on the mesmerizing and haunting documentary on Marlon Brando, LISTEN TO ME MARLON.
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2015-07-2758 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #29: Featuring Kendra Montagna, Byron Beane, Erin Fritch and Victor BuhlerWe're LIVIN' THE DREAM on BEHIND THE LENS again this week as actress Kendra Montagna joins debbie as special guest host. One of the most beloved zombies from the web-series CO-OP OF THE DAMNED, Kendra just finished up at Comic-Con with NBC and HEROES REBORN and talks about "Behind the Lens at Comic-Con" as well as some of her acting adventures.
We just can’t get enough of LIVIN' THE DREAM so following up to last week's fun with web series creators/writers/directors Kim & Mai Spurlock and actress Laura Campbell, this week producer Byron Beane is on hand together wi...2015-07-2058 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #27: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Stacy Sherman and Gabrielle DemeestereThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, Greg Srisavasdi is back riding cinematic shotgun with debbie lynn elias, as they welcome returning friends to BEHIND THE LENS, Arclight VP of Programming Gretchen McCourt and Slamdance Founder and President Peter Baxter, for their monthly chat about Arclight Slamdance Cinema Club! The July Cinema Club (Sunday, July 12 and Monday, July 13 at Arclight Hollywood) boasts some powerhouse films – YOSEMITE and ON HER OWN. You can hear from Gretchen and Peter at the 15 minute mark.
Oscar nominee and Emmy winner, writer/director Stacy Sherman joins us at the midway point to talk about her feature di...2015-07-0659 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #26: Featuring Lance HenriksenThis week it's debbie flying solo as she welcomes the legendary Lance Henriksen who talks about his latest film, STUNG, not to mention a few other memorable points in his career including a surprise revelation about an early television appearance on "Cagney & Lacey".
And it's all about the Terminator and the new reimagination of the franchise with TERMINATOR GENISYS. You’ll hear excerpts of debbieapos;s exclusive interviews with producers David Ellison and Dana Goldberg, plus some thoughts from screenwriters, Patrick Lussier and Laeta Kalogridis, director Alan Taylor and the Terminator himself, Arnold Schwarzenegger.
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2015-06-2955 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #25: Featuring Kit Bowen, David Spaltro, Theodore Buckwald and Emily KramerThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, debbie lynn elias is joined by special co-host Kit Bowen as they welcome writer/director David Spaltro who joins BEHIND THE LENS live to talk about THE CAT'S CRADLE, now on the festival circuit, and his latest feature, the chilling IN THE DARK! A real treat are LAFF Future Filmmakers Theo Buckwald and Emily Kramer who have some "Old Tricks" up their sleeves! You'll quickly see with filmmakers like Theo and Emily around the future is indeed bright for cinema!
Then, take a listen to some exclusive interviews debbie had with Oren Moverman on...2015-06-2251 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #24: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Amber Benson, Pavan Moondi and Brian RobertsonThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, "Buffy The Vampire Slayer" alum Amber Benson joins us live talking about her latest short film SHEVENGE (uh, and the wonders of Whedon)! Amber's live interview starts at about the 17 minute mark! Then at the halfway point, those silver-tongued devils behind Slamdance fave DIAMOND TONGUES – Pavan Moondi and Brian Robertson – join the fun.
Plus, hear some insightful and hilarious excerpts from Bill Hader talking about INSIDE OUT, as well as exclusive excerpts of debbie's chat with INSIDE OUT producer Jonas Rivera. And listen to some poignant thoughtful words from Olivia Cooke about ME AND EARL...2015-06-1559 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #23: Featuring Kit Bowen, Oliver Thompson and Gretchen McCourtJam-packed week on BEHIND THE LENS as Kit Bowen joins debbie lynn elias in studio as Special Cinematic Co-Host!
BEHIND THE LENS starts off with WELCOME TO HAPPINESS writer/director/editor Oliver Thompson calling in live, fresh off his Dances With Films screening. Then, a great friend of BEHIND THE LENS, ArcLight Cinemas VP of Programming Gretchen McCourt joins in to talk about this month's Arclight Slamdance Cinema Club program screening at the Arclight Hollywood on June 14 and 15. (debbie will be moderating both nights of post screening Q&A's!)
And then we go "behind the lens" of INSIDIOUS: CHAPTER 3 with...2015-06-0858 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #21: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Ryan Nagata and George EdelmanThis week on BEHIND THE LENS are two of our favorite new amigos – Ryan Nagata and George Edeman – talking about their feature film debut as co-writers and director/producer, respectively – AMIGO UNDEAD!
And we hear more from director Courteney Cox on her feature directorial debut, JUST BEFORE I GO, as well as Sam Elliott on the script for I'LL SEE YOU IN MY DREAMS. And yes, there's Clooney; George Clooney, talking about TOMORROWLAND. A real treat are excerpts of debbie's exclusive interview with director, and one of the Bandito Brothers, Elliott Lester, talking NIGHTINGALE. An absolute "Must See" tour de force...2015-05-2559 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #20: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Leah Meyerhoff and Chantal MolnarFirst up, welcome writer/director Leah Meyerhoff at 11:15 to talk about the visually hypnotic and technically impressive indie darling I BELIEVE IN UNICORNS. Navigating the difficult and troubled course of young love, Meyerhoff is masterful with creating a dichotomous tonal bandwidth of visual imagery and story, all to powerful result. Using Super 8mm, Super 16mm and 16mm plus stop motion animation, Meyerhoff more than proves her mettle as a filmmaker. It's a real treat to hear what she has to say.
Then at 11:30, a hot button topic makes its way to BEHIND THE LENS with THE MILKY WAY when filmmaker...2015-05-1800 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #19: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi and Quincy RoseThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, debbie lynn elias and co-host Greg Srisavasdi welcome filmmaker Quincy Rose (MILES TO GO) for what both agree is one of the best (and favorite) interviews of the year!! Quincy Rose is a filmmaker to watch!!
And hear what Dolph Lundgren has to say about his favorite parts of filmmaking while first time feature directors Courteney Cox (JUST BEFORE I GO) and Chad Archibald (THE DROWNSMAN) talk about water, water everywhere and the challenges it presents with shooting.
Then just a tease for the ladies, Sam Elliott talks about independent filmmaking.
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...2015-05-1159 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #13: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Kellee Pratt, Aurora and Mo PerkinsJam-packed show this week with the cinematic worlds of classic and contemporary coming together as director Mo Perkins talks about THE LAST TIME YOU HAD FUN, which is perfect not only because her film is so fun, but because debbie, Greg Srisavasdi and TCM Social Producers Kellee Pratt and Aurora "Citizen Screen" are all talking about the last time they had fun…..24 hours earlier as the TCM Classic Film Festival was winding down.
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2015-03-301h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #12: Featuring Kellee Pratt, Jess Weixler and Jennifer PredigerIt's a "classic" week on BEHIND THE LENS as the classically funny "trouble dolls" Jess Weixler and Jennifer Prediger join debbie and regale the hilarity and directorial learning curve of APARTMENT TROUBLES. But about as classic as you can get is the TCM Classic Film Festival and TCM Festival Social Producer Kellee Pratt joins debbie to talk about the freshman Social Producer program at the fest this year and, of course, all things TCM! And hear Kenneth Branagh talk about his classically cinematic approach to CINDERELLA while Virginia Madsen addresses the importance of acting coaches and the training of the "...2015-03-2359 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #11: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi, Elissa Leonard and Alan TudykNo tease. No "con". BEHIND THE LENS is huge this week as "Con Man" Alan Tudyk joins us live to talk about his new web series CON MAN with Nathan Fillion! Taking the world by storm, setting new crowdfunding records and already surpassing $2 million in the opening Indiegogo campaign insuring financing for a full 12 episode season, CON MAN, Tudyk and Fillion are the talk of the town. And we've got Alan Tudyk live!
But before hearing from Alan, writer/director Elissa Leonard is live talking about what I call a "movie documentary" – Sally Pacholok the Movie. Based on real life RN...2015-03-1656 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #10: Featuring Yvette Yates, Brian O'Connell and Chris BellIt's a really big "shoe" this week as debbie bookends BEHIND THE LENS with "the dress", "the shoes" and "the Swarovski crystals" as we hear from CINDERELLA producers David Barron and Allison Schearmur and costumer designer extraordinaire, Sandy Powell, talk about the magic of CINDERELLA. Then Special Guest, actress Yvette Yates joins in live talking about BLOODSUCKING BASTARDS (and we all know some) followed by director Brian James O'Connell going "behind the lens and below the line" with all the blood-soaked fun. And it's a big treat for WWE/WWF fans when executive producer Chris Bell joins in live talking...2015-03-091h 00Behind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #9: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi and Gretchen McCourtThis week, debbie and co-host Greg Srisavasdi take a peek inside Pixie Hollow with TINKERBELL & THE LEGEND OF THE NEVERBEAST. We'll hear from Ginnifer Goodwin about voicing Tinkerbell's newest friend, Fawn. Then, music supervisor Brett Swain and singer/songwriter/composer/producer (and cocktail maker) Bleu, talk about designing the music for the film and for the newest cuddle monster to join the Disney fold – The Neverbeast aka Gruff! Gretchen McCourt, Executive Vice President of Cinema Programming for Arclight Cinemas joins in live talking about the Arclight Slamdance Cinema Club which kicks off on March 8th and hear Wayne Federman and de...2015-03-0258 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #8: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi and Bruce WagnerThis week on "Behind The Lens", novelist and screenwriter Bruce Wagner joins debbie and co-host Greg Srisavasdi live talking about his collaboration with David Cronenberg on their new film, "Maps to the Stars". And we hear from Spirit Award (and Oscar) winners Julianne Moore, Patricia Arquette, Laura Poitras and Dan Gilroy and what they had to say about their wins, as well as chat on the Spirit Awards "pink carpet" with Rene Russo and gorilla carer Andre Bauma, one of the subjects in the acclaimed documentary "Virunga".
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2015-02-2356 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #6: Featuring Jonathon Narducci and Jane ClarkThis week on BEHIND THE LENS, we're talking Brides, Bitches, Baymax and, surprisingly, Bathrooms!!
Catch the live hilarity between writer/director Jane Clark and debbie as they talk CRAZY BITCHES! And Jonathon Narducci fills us in on the good the bad and the oh-no-you-didn't exploits of the email Ukraine bride industry with the eye-opening doc LOVE ME.
Listen to directors Don Hall and Chris Williams talk about Baymax and their Oscar nominated BIG HERO 6.
And of course……check out all the visual aids and swag on display courtesy of those great folks at Disney!
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2015-02-0957 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #5: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi and Edward James OlmosThis week, co-host Greg Srisavasdi (https://deepestdream.com) joins debbie as they go "Behind the Lens" and below the line LIVE with Edward James Olmos talking about an important documentary for the planet, ENERGIZING OUR WORLD.
AND…. hear from the Backstreet Boys as they talk about their new documentary, BSB: SHOW 'EM WHAT YOU'RE MADE OF, marking their 20th anniversary, reunion and tour. Then listen to debbie's exclusive interview with BSB director Stephen Kijak as they go "behind the lens" with the conception, lensing and editing of BSB: SHOW 'EM WHAT YOU'RE MADE OF.
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2015-02-0256 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #4: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi and Deon TaylorThis week, co-host Greg Srisavasdi joins debbie as they go "Behind the Lens" and below the line LIVE with very special guest, director Deon Taylor, for an in-depth talk about one of the most powerful films of the year – SUPREMACY.
And on a lighter note, we hear from Anne Hathaway and composers Jenny Lewis and Jonathan Rice as they talk about SONG ONE. Hathaway gives us some new perspective through her eyes as a first-time producer while "Jenny & Jonathan" talk about writing original songs specifically for the film, a "first" for them as well.
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2015-01-2657 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #3: Featuring Chad Miller and Peter BaxterThis week, Special Guest Co-Host Chad Miller joins debbie as they go "Behind the Lens" and below the line LIVE with Slamdance Co-Founder and President, Peter Baxter. And you'll also hear from writer/director Peter King in his exclusive interview with debbie talking about one of the world's (and childhood's) most beloved bears, PADDINGTON, and the importance of color in cinematic storytelling.
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http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com2015-01-1957 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #2: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi and Ned EhrbarThis week, co-host Greg Srisavasdi (https://deepestdream.com) and guest Ned Ehrbar of Metro Newspapers join debbie and go "Behind the Lens" and below the line with a look at some of the Golden Globe winners, including THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL and BOYHOOD, with interview excerpts from BUDAPEST writer/director Wes Anderson and "the boy" in BOYHOOD, Ellar Coltrane.
You'll hear Kevin Hart talk about THE WEDDING RINGER plus a live interview with first-time feature writer/director Jeremy Garelick (twitter: @MrGarelick) and scoring a casting touchdown with the legendary #12, Joe Namath!
And debbie and Greg pay tribute to some of...2015-01-1257 minBehind The LensBEHIND THE LENS #1: Featuring Greg Srisavasdi and Chad MillerThis week, co-host Greg Srisavasdi (https://deepestdream.com) and special guest actor Chad Miller join debbie and go "Behind the Lens" and below the line with Disney's INTO THE WOODS featuring excerpts of debbie's interviews with director Rob Marshall, costume designer Colleen Atwood and editor Wyatt Smith.
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