Screen Perspectives

Join us as we wrap our conversation with Nathaniel Blume, one of the most dynamic composers working on screen today! In this episode, we talk with Nathaniel about being an artist in the film and television industry and the future of Nootbar Productions! Check out Nathaniel Blume’s work at his official website https://nathanielblume.com/ and his official YouTube channel @im_a_nootbar .  Hosted by D...

Join us as we continue our conversation with Nathaniel Blume, one of the most dynamic composers working on screen today! In this episode, Nathaniel continues to talk about his work on PRODIGAL SON, goes in-depth on his experience with DC’s television series THE FLASH, gives excellent advice for any aspiring composer, and explains a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)! Check out Nathaniel Blume’s work...

Join us to welcome Nathaniel Blume, one of the most dynamic composers working on screen today! In this episode, Nathaniel discusses his company Nootbar Productions, CNN’s “The Decades” series, PRODIGAL SON, and his connections to the Pittsburgh region! Check out Nathaniel Blume’s work at his official website https://nathanielblume.com/ and his official YouTube channel @im_a_nootbar . Find the offi...

Join us as we wrap up our conversation with Steve Cuden, a Pittsburgh native award-winning screenwriter, author, director, and producer! Steve dives into his work writing for animation, his books Beating Broadway and Beating Hollywood , and the everlasting importance of storytelling! Check out Steve Cuden’s his podcast StoryBeat at https://www.storybeat.net/ ! Learn more about Steve Cuden at his w...

Join us as we continue our conversation with Steve Cuden, a Pittsburgh native award-winning screenwriter, author, director, and producer! In this episode, Steve dives into his work on renowned stage hit JEKYLL & HYDE, THE MUSICAL and how writing differs from the screen to the stage! Check out Steve Cuden’s books Beating Broadway and Beating Hollywood plus his podcast StoryBeat at https://www.s...

Join us as we welcome Steve Cuden, a Pittsburgh native award-winning screenwriter, author, director, and producer! In this episode, Steve shares the beginning of his career, how growing up in Pittsburgh impacted his journey, and imparts valuable advice for any aspiring writer! Check out Steve Cuden’s books Beating Broadway and Beating Hollywood plus his podcast StoryBeat at https://www.storybeat.n...

Join us as we wrap up our conversation with Mark Pellington, an internationally renowned filmmaker. In Part III,  we discuss what makes the Pittsburgh region such a great place to film and Mark shares his recent and upcoming projects, like his visual memoir THE VISUALIST! Learn more about Mark Pellington at his official website https://www.markpellington.com/ Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smi...

Join us as we continue our conversation with Mark Pellington, an internationally renowned filmmaker. In Part II, Mark dives into his feature films, including ARLINGTON ROAD (1999) and #RatedPGH THE MOTHMAN PROPHECIES (2002)!  Learn more about Mark Pellington at his official website https://www.markpellington.com/ Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kade...

Join us as we welcome Mark Pellington, an internationally renowned filmmaker. In Part I, Mark shares the beginning of his career through his start at MTV and his award-winning music video “Jeremy” by Pearl Jam... Thanks for listening! Learn more about Mark Pellington at his official website https://www.markpellington.com/ Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edite...

 Join us as we wrap up our interview with Brendan Burch, the CEO and Executive Producer of award-winning animation studio Six Point Harness, CEO of Mondo Media, and founder of media nonprofit Now What!? In the final part of our conversation, Brendan shares valuable advice for both aspiring and veteran animators... Thanks for listening! Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer...

Join us as we continue our conversation with Brendan Burch, the CEO and Executive Producer of award-winning animation studio Six Point Harness, CEO of Mondo Media, and founder of media nonprofit Now What!? In this episode, Brendan dives into the history of animation and talks about the behind-the-scenes of Six Point Harness’ Oscar-winning animated short HAIR LOVE (2019)... Thanks for listening! Ho...

Join us in welcoming Brendan Burch, the CEO and Executive Producer of award-winning animation studio Six Point Harness Studios, CEO of Mondo Media, and founder of media nonprofit Now What!?     We are thrilled to have him on the podcast to take a glimpse into the world of animation! In the first part of our conversation, Brendan talks about his first jobs and his pathway to success... Thanks for l...

In the second and final part of our conversation with renowned Casting Director Judy Bouley, she shares valuable advice for both actors and aspiring casting directors... Thanks for listening!   Buy Judy’s book CASTING GLANCES on Amazon or Barnes & Noble!  Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez. 

Ever wondered how actors are chosen? As a Casting Director, Judy Bouley specializes in casting all over the world!      Judy has been an essential part of feature films such as CAST AWAY (2000), DON’T LOOK UP (2021), THE POLAR EXPRESS (2004), MASTER AND COMMANDER (2003), #RatedPGH LOVE & OTHER DRUGS (2010), and more... Thanks for listening!   Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced...

In the final part of our conversation with Don Wadsworth, he dives into teaching accents on set, the importance of the business side of the film industry, and how he has intertwined with the history of the Pittsburgh region film industry... Thanks for listening! Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez. 

What does it take to make a Pittsburgh accent? In Part 2, Don Wadsworth shares how to intricately perfect an accent and how he guides actors to success... Thanks for listening! Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez. 

What does it take to be a Voice Actor and Dialect Coach? What goes into making a character three dimensional through their voice? Meet Don Wadsworth and learn about his extraordinary career... Thanks for listening! Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez. 

WARNING: Contains language that may not be suitable for all listeners. Join us for the finale of our conversation with Kevin Smith! In Part 3, Kevin gives advice to any aspiring filmmaker and shares his love of comics... Thanks for listening!  Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez. 

WARNING: Contains language that may not be suitable for all listeners. How is Kevin Smith connected to Pittsburgh!? He's was attached to the region even before filmed-in-the-Pittsburgh-region DOGMA (1999)! In Part 2, we dive into his roots in the 'burgh and also talk about how he pioneered the podcast industry... Thanks for listening!  Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer...

WARNING: Contains language that may not be suitable for all listeners.  Season 2 starts with a bang! Renowned filmmaker Kevin Smith joins the SCREEN PERSPECTIVES team to share his pathway to success. In Part 1, Kevin dives into the beginning of his career... Thanks for listening! Hosted by Dawn Keezer and Kevin M. Smith. Produced by Jennifer Booker. Edited by Kaden Velasquez. 

Join us as we wrap up the conversation with Howard and Karen Baldwin, Oscar-nominated producers, and founders of KEMB Productions! In this final part, Howard and Karen dive into their backgrounds in the sports industry and how it led to film. They also share valuable advice for any filmmaker looking to succeed in the industry! Thanks for listening!

Join us as we continue the conversation with Howard and Karen Baldwin, Oscar-nominated producers and founders of KEMB Productions! Howard and Karen share their experiences with producing, writing, and working with actors in the film industry! They dive into productions like SWIMMING UPSTREAM (2004), SAHARA (2005), and Oscar-nominated RAY (2004). Thanks for listening!

Join us to begin the conversation with Howard and Karen Baldwin, Oscar-nominated producers and founders of KEMB Productions! We start with Howard and Karen’s journey into the film industry and their experience filming the #RATEDPGH feature SUDDEN DEATH (1995)! Thanks for listening!

Join us to wrap up the conversation Kokayi Ampah, renowned Location Manager, Director, Producer, and CEO of Ampahvision, Inc.! In this episode, Kokayi talks about his experiences with notable directors from Clint Eastwood to Steven Spielberg! He also shares the details of his first job in the industry, and many milestones in his journey to success. Finally, he shares how he started his own company...

Join us to continue the conversation with Kokayi Ampah, renowned Location Manager, Director, Producer, and CEO of Ampahvision, Inc.! Kokayi delves into challenges and obstacles he faced in many of the productions he was part of, including MARS ATTACKS (1996), SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION (1994), THE COLOR PURPLE (1985), and MYSTIC RIVER (2003). Join us to learn more about being a Location Manager and how...