In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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Ep 248 - Making an Impact with Short Films: Alexandra Essoe and Alexis Iacono on The Carnal Soul
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In this lively episode, Geoffrey sits down with Alexandra Essoe and Alexis Iacono, the creative minds behind the short film The Carnal Soul, which is making waves on the festival circuit. They dive into the origin of the film, discuss the challenges and triumphs of producing indie projects, and explore the film’s unique humor, deep themes, and collaborative spirit. With a fun behind-the-scenes look at casting Bob Gunton, a discussion on the existential themes woven into the story, and their perspectives on industry trends, this conversation is packed with insights for indie filmmakers and screenwriters alike.Takeaways:
-Geoffrey D. Calhoun @screenwriterpod
-The Carnal Soul @thecarnalsoul
-Alexandra Essoe @alexessoe
-Alexis Iacono @alexisiacono
#TheCarnalSoul #IndieFilm #FilmFestival #Screenwriting #ShortFilm #Filmmaking
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- Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter
Guests:
- Alexandra Essoe, Writer and Director of The Carnal Soul
- Alexis Iacono, Producer of The Carnal Soul
In this lively episode, Geoffrey sits down with Alexandra Essoe and Alexis Iacono, the creative minds behind the short film The Carnal Soul, which is making waves on the festival circuit. They dive into the origin of the film, discuss the challenges and triumphs of producing indie projects, and explore the film’s unique humor, deep themes, and collaborative spirit. With a fun behind-the-scenes look at casting Bob Gunton, a discussion on the existential themes woven into the story, and their perspectives on industry trends, this conversation is packed with insights for indie filmmakers and screenwriters alike.Takeaways:
- The power of humor and vaudevillian influence in storytelling.
- The process of casting Bob Gunton, including social media serendipity.
- The evolution of The Carnal Soul from an idea to a festival hit.
- Insight into working with limited budgets and the importance of team building.
- Reflections on life’s absurdity and existential themes in storytelling.
- 00:00 - Introduction and Film Origins
- 02:22 - Casting Bob Gunton and Serendipity in Filmmaking
- 06:20 - Festival Success and Audience Reception
- 10:12 - Deep Themes: Absurdity and Life Reflections
- 14:53 - Industry Trends, AI, and Future Projects
-Geoffrey D. Calhoun @screenwriterpod
-The Carnal Soul @thecarnalsoul
-Alexandra Essoe @alexessoe
-Alexis Iacono @alexisiacono
#TheCarnalSoul #IndieFilm #FilmFestival #Screenwriting #ShortFilm #Filmmaking
252 episod
Ep 248 - Making an Impact with Short Films: Alexandra Essoe and Alexis Iacono on The Carnal Soul
The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting Podcast
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Kandungan disediakan oleh Geoffrey D Calhoun. Semua kandungan podcast termasuk episod, grafik dan perihalan podcast dimuat naik dan disediakan terus oleh Geoffrey D Calhoun atau rakan kongsi platform podcast mereka. Jika anda percaya seseorang menggunakan karya berhak cipta anda tanpa kebenaran anda, anda boleh mengikuti proses yang digariskan di sini https://ms.player.fm/legal.
Host:
Guests:
In this lively episode, Geoffrey sits down with Alexandra Essoe and Alexis Iacono, the creative minds behind the short film The Carnal Soul, which is making waves on the festival circuit. They dive into the origin of the film, discuss the challenges and triumphs of producing indie projects, and explore the film’s unique humor, deep themes, and collaborative spirit. With a fun behind-the-scenes look at casting Bob Gunton, a discussion on the existential themes woven into the story, and their perspectives on industry trends, this conversation is packed with insights for indie filmmakers and screenwriters alike.Takeaways:
-Geoffrey D. Calhoun @screenwriterpod
-The Carnal Soul @thecarnalsoul
-Alexandra Essoe @alexessoe
-Alexis Iacono @alexisiacono
#TheCarnalSoul #IndieFilm #FilmFestival #Screenwriting #ShortFilm #Filmmaking
…
continue reading
- Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter
Guests:
- Alexandra Essoe, Writer and Director of The Carnal Soul
- Alexis Iacono, Producer of The Carnal Soul
In this lively episode, Geoffrey sits down with Alexandra Essoe and Alexis Iacono, the creative minds behind the short film The Carnal Soul, which is making waves on the festival circuit. They dive into the origin of the film, discuss the challenges and triumphs of producing indie projects, and explore the film’s unique humor, deep themes, and collaborative spirit. With a fun behind-the-scenes look at casting Bob Gunton, a discussion on the existential themes woven into the story, and their perspectives on industry trends, this conversation is packed with insights for indie filmmakers and screenwriters alike.Takeaways:
- The power of humor and vaudevillian influence in storytelling.
- The process of casting Bob Gunton, including social media serendipity.
- The evolution of The Carnal Soul from an idea to a festival hit.
- Insight into working with limited budgets and the importance of team building.
- Reflections on life’s absurdity and existential themes in storytelling.
- 00:00 - Introduction and Film Origins
- 02:22 - Casting Bob Gunton and Serendipity in Filmmaking
- 06:20 - Festival Success and Audience Reception
- 10:12 - Deep Themes: Absurdity and Life Reflections
- 14:53 - Industry Trends, AI, and Future Projects
-Geoffrey D. Calhoun @screenwriterpod
-The Carnal Soul @thecarnalsoul
-Alexandra Essoe @alexessoe
-Alexis Iacono @alexisiacono
#TheCarnalSoul #IndieFilm #FilmFestival #Screenwriting #ShortFilm #Filmmaking
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