Film Sessions™ Podcast

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Doreen Otaru: “"Doreen Otaru is a creative and talented filmmaker who embraces the idea of storytelling in everything she sees. Born and raised in a family not used to the notion of art as a real job, Doreen has convinced them that she has the drive for this and the skills needed by capturing the beauties of everyday life...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Matthew Baltar: “Ive always had a padsion for film because film can speak to everyone. I want to spread and raise awareness, expecially with mental health and i feel that film is the best way to do that. I aspire to inspire people through my creative vision. ” This episode was hosted by Sydney Smith, a Podcast Host at the Stud...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Daniela Inés Calvo: “Daniela Inés Calvo is a female Latina writer & director from Miami, FL. Her storytelling sparks conversation about the untold experiences of women, especially women of color, putting their struggles (and other times their joy) on display. Car keys is her award-winning debut short film, which she produc...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Mohamed El Khatib: “I am a major film student at the American University in Cairo, and I am 22 years old. This was my first film as a director. My beginnings were as an actor, which fueled my desire to discover what goes on behind the camera, which led me to study directing and cinematography. And, for me, the most important a...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature ''Rai Lena Mir'' Raihona Mirabdivakhobova: “I am a storyteller with an original vision. I remember drawing a comic for my friend when I was 8 years old. She was a very withdrawn and depressed kid, and I was drawing that comic in which she was a superhero just to entertain her. I learned later that this is what...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Hyunsoo Choi: “"HI! I am Hyunsoo (Jason) Choi who directed the short film ""My Name Is Rhee-Jin Won"", which was nominated for the 2023 Student World Impact Film Festival! I am currently a South Korean high-schooler but will study in the US to study film this September. My parents work in the Korean fi...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Luke Manwarren: “My name is Luke Manwarren and I am a 21 year old filmmaker from Rosemount, Minnesota. I am senior at Augsburg University in Minneapolis, MN. As a filmmaker, I strive to create intriguing and relatable films and documentaries. My passion as a filmmaker is documentaries. I enjoy creating these types of films bec...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Rose E Knopper: “My name is Rose Knopper and I am a filmmaker, Director of Photography, and animator based in NYC. In my directed work, my identity as a queer Jewish woman constantly influences me. I am also drawn to themes of nostalgia, memory, multimedia, and magical realism. I am always trying to understand the past. My art...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Carlos Ramos Fernández (Charlie Ramos): “Carlos Andrés Ramos Fernández, known as Charlie Ramos, is a Colombian cinematography student, musician and audiovisual producer, living in Brazil. He was received at the Faculty of Cinema and Audiovisual of the Federal University of Latin American integration UNILA. His repertoire consi...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Alycia B: “As a filmmaker, I am dedicated to telling stories that captivate and inspire my audience by using my experience as inspiration. With that, I can reach out to others who may have a similar experiences so that they feel heard. My ultimate goal is to create a compelling visual experience that resonates with viewers lon...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Quinn Funk: “I am a Canadian filmmaker from Edmonton, Alberta. I recently took a semester long film program abroad in France which allowed me to put ideas I've had for years, into production.” This episode was hosted by DB Mosher, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, th...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Anthony Ferns: “I have been producing/directing and arranging short films for 4 years now. ” This episode was hosted by Sebastian Ospina, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival.

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Hadar Aaron: “Im Hadar a 17 years old filmmaker israel, i love to include philosophy in my films and want to reach as many people as possible ” This episode was hosted by DB Mosher, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Christopher Kosakowski: “I am a filmmaker from New Jersey currently studying at New York University. I really love all aspects of filmmaking, but I tend to gravitate toward screenwriting. I particularly enjoy otherworldly stories that both entertain viewers and provoke discussions on tough topics like love and loss. ” This epi...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Ryan Daly: “Bachelor's graduate in film, Master's graduate in film directing and freelance editor. I have come from a background in editing but now want to pursue directing. I have also worked on 2nd and 3rd AD on various projects. ” This episode was hosted by DB Mosher, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Chinmay Puranik: “A creative and dynamic filmmaker with 2 years of experience in factual and natural history filmmaking. My passion for the natural history has landed me with an experience of filming in diverse environments from remote regions of Himalayas to the deserts of Rajasthan. This has given me the opportunity to use w...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Mitch Nielsen: “As a filmmaker I make movies that I’d like to see myself. I love experimenting with genres to try to tell a story that is both entertaining and relevant to today, as I often check out of a movie if it falls short of either.” This episode was hosted by Alexis Casida, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Fi...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Marina Lobo: “Marina is a passionate individual who has been captivated by the world of animation since childhood. From a young age, they dreamt of becoming a part of this industry. As they grew older, they discovered the enchanting realm of RPG and became fascinated with crafting stories and universes. Driven by their love fo...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Yifei Jin: “We are co-directors of this film, the path of the Knight. The Path of the Knight is a 7 minutes 3D animated short film set in the 15th century. Society is suffering from wars, poverty, and diseases. Wanting to hold on to power, the church announces that the disasters are not due to God’s will, but blames an easy ta...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Rin Cogill: “My name is Rin and I'm a queer, Japanese-Canadian animator based in Toronto, I like to focus my art on the beauty of things, especially horror and fantasy genres. I love storytelling through symbology, worldbuilding, and sometimes a little helping of humor. ” This episode was hosted by Amaya Tavares, a Podcast...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Una Solvik Golmen: “Una holds a bachelor degree in documentary film directing and works freelance in Oslo. Her films tends to have an emotional approach to the characters, and their stories come alive in the strong visual universes. During her education, her films where presented at several film festival - both national and in...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Yara Alejandra Taboada Cabrera: “I'm a filmmaker with neuromotor disability who is finding her way to express herself trough film.” This episode was hosted by Amaya Tavares, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Fest...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Razvan Mocanu: “I use to dream my film and then film my dream. The fire inside of telling stories won't let me stop making movies.” This episode was hosted by Alex Case, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Paulina Aranda Olave: “Hi ! I am someone who's studying animation in Mexico. I enjoy creating worlds, characters and storytelling. Hopefully when I graduate I will be able to create a lot of stories and take part of the creation of many experiences that will hopefully make people happy.” This episode was hosted by Stephani...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature David Ronner: “My main interest lies on the border where different art forms, genres, and narratives meet. Having studied experimental theater before, I tried to create an acoustic situation in 'Palindrome' that may more closely resemble the feeling of a theater piece or a sound installation than a classical movie expe...