How to Build Animated Worlds: Richard Overall on Editing Kensuke’s Kingdom & Gumball
Award-winning editor Richard Overall joins Filmmaker Mixer to discuss his work on the BAFTA-nominated animated feature Kensuke’s Kingdom. Richard shares insights into shaping the film’s breathtaking 2D animation, collaborating with voice talents like Cillian Murphy and Sally Hawkins, and balancing adventure with heartfelt emotion. We also dive into his career in animation, from editing The Amazing World of Gumball to directing voice performances on Elliott from Earth. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the art of animation editing and Richard’s journey through storytelling.
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Directing with Trust: How Kat Gueli and Catharine Daddario Co-Created The Tributaries
In this episode of Filmmaker Mixer, we sit down with director and screenwriter Kat Gueli and actress Catharine Daddario to talk about their new film The Tributaries. The film traces the intersecting paths of characters navigating sorrow, memory, and the elusive hope of healing. Kat shares her vision behind the screenplay and how she approached the film’s layered narrative. Catharine gives insight into her performance, character development, and what drew her to the project. Together, they open up about the creative collaboration that brought The Tributaries to life, from indie challenges to breakthroughs on set.Whether you're a filmmaker, actor, or film enthusiast, this episode dives deep into story structure, directing actors, and building characters with emotional truth.The Tributaries will premiere at Dances With Films.
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How to Get Distribution: Zach Green & Devin O'Rourke on Bringing Their Indie Film to Audiences
In this episode of Filmmaker Mixer, we sit down with Zach Green and Devin O'Rourke, the creative minds behind the indie sci-fi comedy Foil. They share their journey from conceptualizing the story to premiering at the Dances with Films Festival and securing distribution with Cranked Up Films. Discover the challenges and strategies involved in bringing an independent film to audiences, and gain insights into the evolving landscape of indie film distribution.
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Uncovering T4: The Forgotten Catalyst of the Holocaust
In this powerful episode of Filmmaker Mixer, we speak with Cameron S. Mitchell and David T. Mitchell, the filmmakers behind Disposable Humanity, which premiered at Slamdance.The film follows a family as they uncover the haunting legacy of the Nazi Aktion T4 program — a state-sanctioned campaign that murdered over 300,000 disabled people and laid the ideological groundwork for the Holocaust. We discuss the ethical responsibility of representing disability and trauma on screen, the family’s journey through suppressed history, and how Disposable Humanity reclaims voices lost to erasure and genocide.
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Crystal Clear: The Sound Behind The Madness
In this episode of Filmmaker Mixer, we sit down with Crystal Grooms Mangano, the accomplished music supervisor behind the Netflix series The Madness. With a career that bridges the worlds of music and film, Crystal shares insights into what it takes to shape a show's emotional tone through music, the art of choosing the perfect song, and how she collaborates with directors, editors, and composers to create unforgettable sonic moments.We dive deep into her latest project, The Madness, a fast-paced thriller starring Colman Domingo, and explore how she crafted its edgy, layered soundscape. Whether you're a filmmaker curious about music licensing or a composer looking to understand what music supervisors actually look for, this is a must-listen episode.
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