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Finding your film is key! Telling your story is what it's all about! Today we chat with filmmakers Aaron Hawkins & Chris Shern about their new film "Evil Lurks" and what they've done to make this specific film the best it can be! Every filmmaker has a vision, sometimes that vision needs to change for it to succeed. During our conversation we learn the steps these two talent...

This is definitely one the most hilarious and informative interviews we've had! Today we welcome filmmaker Nathan Shepka and writer Tom Jolliffe to the show! Their new film "When Darkness Falls" has just hit the streaming platforms and we dive into the making and overall collaboration of the project! We also talk international film distribution, physical media vs. digital and so muc...

There's a lot to consider diving into this industry and today's guest is the right guy to break it all down! Today we welcome actor and filmmaker Jerry Bell Jr. to the show! Jerry is one of the most engaging and real guests we've had the pleasure to speak with and without a doubt, a truly inspirational soul! We discuss his take on the industry, how he stumbled into acting, his motiv...

Have you taken a leap of faith? Are you staying true to your art form? Are you staying true to yourself? Today we have the pleasure to hang out with actor and filmmaker Robert LaSardo. From his run of films and tv shows for the last 30 years, and his new feature "American Trash", Robert is a recognizable face in the industry! And honestly, one of the most open and honest guests we'v...

Today we welcome filmmaker Tim Lightell to the show! His new comedy film "Manbaby" is a glorious achievement! Not only pulling off a comedy that works but also, finalizing an 8 year journey making the film! We dive into his production, where the idea originated from, casting, working with the city of Seattle for locations, distribution, Filmhub and so much more! Also, from the beginning,...

Today we welcome filmmakers Grace Madland, Holly Madland & Jason Phillip Glenn Jr. to our show! There are filmmakers out there that have what it takes to create great stories and great films and this team is one of them! We get to know these wonderful Pacific Northwest Filmmakers in an in-depth conversation and learn more about their new short film "Rogue-ish"! From concept to creati...

On today's episode we welcome filmmaker J. Horton and special effects make-up artist Robert Bravo! Their new film "Craving" has hit the indie circuit by storm with a successful crowdfunder, massive marketing buzz and a fantastic team of creatives putting their skills to the test! It's always a pleasure learning from those who have "walked the walk" in this industry an...

High Energy! That is what these guests are all about! Today we welcome filmmakers Diana & Brit Sellers to the show! A family duo that have made some amazing steps in the filmmaking industry in a very short time! Not only do they own Scoffer Studios, a film production company specializing in script writing and animation, but as well, are a female based team making their own films on their own t...

It's always a pleasure speaking with  Rick Ibarra-Rivera aka Coach Rick! If you don't already know Rick is an actor, motivational speaker and an overall inspiring dude! He has joined our team here at Around The Reel and shares his insight with us on "Coach's Corner! On this episode we go into many topics focusing on the mindset, setting goals, reaching them and pushing yourself...

Welcome to Season 3 of Around The Reel! Today we welcome filmmakers Dru Holley and Dan Evans to the show! Join us as we discuss the making of the wonderfully made documentary "Buffalo Soldiers", the all-Black cavalry and infantry regiments that were created after Congress passed the Army Organization Act. This film explores the sacrifices and contributions these patriots made in the name...

Today as we celebrate two years on Around The Reel we also have the pleasure to learn more about actress Sanae Loutsis! At 4 years old, Sanae began her journey as an actor and now at 17 has become a shining star in the filmmaking industry. From The Parish, Friday the 13th Roseblood, Ouija and so many more, Sanae has put in the work! But the question? What makes someone an actor? What pushes them t...

Today Aaron hosts the show alone! This bonus episode revolves around a question we received from one of our listeners. "How do you guys do all the things you are doing?" Aaron was intrigued by this question and explains how we  are moving towards our goals in the filmmaking industry. From doing something everyday, being proactive, finding people that support you, being accountable, being...

Today we welcome Anthony Espina to our show! Anthony is a film composer who's worked on multiple projects over his long career! With films he's scored that are on Netflix to multiple other platforms, he is what professionalism is all about. On today's show we dive into the emotional connection between filmmakers and composers, how important it is to know your team, your colleagues a...

On today's show we have the pleasure to speak with filmmaker Therese Casper! Her latest documentary entitled, "The Invisible Father" chronicles her father Piero Heliczer's life, work, relationships and her journey to learn more about the man she never got to know. Piero was one of the original Pop Art Movements establishers. If you know who Andy Warhol is you will relate! It&ap...

**Bonus Episode!** Today's conversation is a touchy one. Our goal as filmmakers is to do our best to bring everyone together in our filmmaking community. A difficult task... but striving for the impossible is what we do as creatives. On today's show we share our opinion on a recent subject that has been "Infecting" the filmmaking community and dividing our colleagues. "Pro...

Today we had the pleasure to speak with filmmaker Coral Untalan. Now Coral has been a filmmaker that has done everything she was supposed to do to prepare herself for this industry; having a degree in filmmaking, studying writing, figuring out how to pay off student loans and still having a life to enjoy. We ran across a post she made about possibly getting out of the business. Her post, "How...

Music has it's own language! Today we sit down with composer and songwriter Len Lamanna! Len is a great musician that not only is in the band Frail Fragments but is also a film composer! We dive into multiple topics on this episode ranging from his inspiration to pursue music, working with filmmakers, how he comes up with his melodies and so much more! We also discuss a topic that has been hi...

Today actor Sone Tuvale joins us for an in depth conversation about acting, positivity and loving film! Sone is a class act. For the last two years Sone has boosted his acting career by working hard and networking on multiple films and has even found a new passion behind the camera. We dive into who Sone is, his upbringing on the islands, his childhood and how he has overcome being an "introv...

Today filmmaker Martin Lewis joins us for an energized and fun conversation surrounding his film "The Office Job" and why he became a story teller! Born in raised in Philadelphia, Martin has found his new home here in the Pacific Northwest and joined the filmmaking community with open arms! We dive into multiple topics from working on sets, the magic of the written word, finding commonal...

Today we welcome Xakary the Magician to the show! Xakary AKA Mike Dobias is a Seattle based magician that has paved his own way to entrepreneurship by following his dreams and putting in the work necessary to achieve his goals! During our conversation we hear what got him interested in magic, how his day job cashed out big and how he stumbled early on in his journey by losing it all. With hard wor...

Sometimes you run across young artists that are not only great at their craft but also inspire you. Today we welcome Colbi Childs to our show. He is the lead singer and songwriter for the band Sun Mother! Colbi takes us on a journey through his life, his music and how he has not only created an incredible band with incredible talent but how he has also used his music to inspire others to amplify t...

Today award winning screenwriter Dexter Williams joins us to discuss what it takes to deliver screenplays that resonate and entertain audiences. Dexter has written seventeen feature film scripts and twenty-eight short film scripts. He has earned nearly 60 accolades, winning 17 awards for his features and shorts. We dive into what inspires him, why he loves writing female protagonists and most impo...

Today we welcome John Gaspard to our show! John is a writer, filmmaker and podcaster with 40 years experience in the world of indie film. From his early beginnings on Super 8 to the now digital age, John has traveled the roads of this industry in its many forms and has managed to examine the art in all its facets! With his novels, "Fast, Cheap and Under Control & Fast, Cheap and Written T...

Today our host Samantha Hanna switches gears and shares with us her directorial debut film The Giant Pacific Octopus! Join us as we discuss what it takes to put together a documentary! From concept, principal photography, interviews to final product, Samantha shares with us her journey and how important it was for her to tell this story! We also go into some personal topics about why we get each o...

Today we have the pleasure to speak with director Alex Proyas on Around The Reel! From The Crow, Dark City, Knowing and I Robot, Alex has made films that have taken us all on journeys beyond our wildest dreams! He is a visionary filmmaker!  On our show Alex shares with us how he got started in filmmaking, how he got his first studio gig, his outlook on Hollywood, the Oscars and so much more! We al...