Creative Olives

In this episode, Kelly and Adriana talk with actor/producer Bianca and writer/director Christopher , creators of the digital-first series CAVE WOMAN . We dive into practical effects, puppetry, storyboarding, micro-crew filmmaking, audience interactivity, and even working with Jonathan Frakes as narrator. A fresh look at how to turn a feature script into a living, breathing online world. Hosts Kell...

Behind the Lens of Sinners: Lala Robertson on IMAX, Mentorship & Making Film HistoryIn this episode of Creative Olives, we sit down with Laresheya “Lala” Robertson, who worked as a camera utility on Ryan Coogler’s Sinners — the first feature film shot in IMAX by a female DP, Autumn Durald Arkapaw. Lala walks us through:-How she landed Sinners through a paid camera internship-Her one-on-one men...

Inside the World of Stunts with Claire Hoogenboom & Johnny X Wang | Marvel Stunt PerformersWelcome back to Creative Olives! In this hilarious and action-packed episode, we sit down with two powerhouse stunt performers — Claire Hoogenboom and Johnny X Wang — to dive deep into the wild world of stunts, filmmaking, and what it’s really like working on Marvel productions. 💥Get ready for nonstop l...

In this episode of the "Creative Olives Podcast", we got to have a lovely chat with Auri Jackson, a Writer/Director and Sustainability Consultant based in Los Angeles. Auri shares her unique perspective on the 2023 film "How to Blow Up a Pipeline".🔔 Follow Creative Olives for more episodes on filmmaking, creativity, and insightful conversations with industry professionals.📱 Follow us:Adriana - h...

In this enlightening episode of Creative Olives, we sit down with Dulce Valencia, a multi-disciplinary artist and fierce advocate for immigrant rights based in Los Angeles. Dulce shares her unique perspective on the 2022 film “Father of the Bride” (2022) a story that intertwines family dynamics with cultural identity, themes that resonate deeply with her work at Define American. As Senior Manager...

🎙️ Creative Olives Podcast: A Conversation with Samina Martens 🎥In this episode, we’re thrilled to chat with Samina Martens, a dynamic film and TV executive who’s shaping the entertainment landscape. Together, we dive into the creativity of "Frances Ha" by Noah Baumbach (2012).Samina also shares invaluable tips for writers and filmmakers from a creative executive’s perspective—what stands out in...

The new episode got us into deep waters when talking about Scarface! Caleb Cruz is a young talented actor born and raised in Orlando, Florida! https://www.instagram.com/calebxcruz/

Welcome back to Creative Olives! In this episode, we're thrilled to have the talented cinematographer, Laisa Santos as our guest. Join us as we dive deep into the imaginative world of Pixar's "Inside Out"!🎙️ Episode Highlights:Analyzing the brilliant storytelling techniques and emotional depth of "Inside Out"Discussing how the film creatively represents complex emotions and mental healthFun behind...

Join us as we dive into the classic charm of "Paper Moon" and the animated excitement of "Kung Fu Panda 3." We chat about the storytelling, visuals, and behind-the-scenes magic of these two very different yet equally captivating films. Plus, don't miss our fun questions game! You can find more details about our work: Adriana - https://www.instagram.com/adrianalserrato/ Kell...