Film Sessions™ Podcast

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Sabrina La Macchia: “I am a 22 years old aspiring director from Italy. I've always wanted to be a movie director, for as long as I can remember, because when I make movies, suddenly the world is silent and I feel safe. This is what I want to give to my audience: I want to tell them that they're not alone and there'...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Dream 6: “We are a close-knit team of six passionate filmmakers, united by our shared love for the art of storytelling. With a diverse range of talents, including direction, music videos, and short films, we bring a multifaceted approach to our projects. Each frame we capture and every scene we create is infused with our bound...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Jimi Kujanpää: “Hi, my name is Jimi! I’m studying 3D animation and visualization at Metropolia university of applied sciences in Helsinki, Finland. Learning at the school sparked my interest in VFX and filmmaking in general. I’m super motivated and love to learn and explore new things all the time!” This episode was hosted b...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Brandon Martinez: “A humble filmmaker originating from Flint, MI. My commitment to authenticity, I skillfully captivate stories that deeply resonates with audiences.” This episode was hosted by Ashalia Dawkins, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of t...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Sophie Zeng: “Sophie Zeng is a high school student residing in Southern California. She enjoys working behind the scenes as tech crew on school plays, musicals, and other productions. Upon attending PacArts' Reel Voices student documentary program, she directed her first film, "Priceless Pride". She hopes to cont...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Matt Valdez: “My name is Matt Valdez, I am a 21-year-old filmmaker who's going to graduate in the Summer. I've been making short films and creative projects since the third grade, and it's my greatest passion. I love watching movies, feeling inspired, and most importantly, I love creating film as a form of expressi...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Celi Mitidieri: “Celi Mitidieri is a Brazilian filmmaker and photographer majoring in Film with a Branded Entertainment emphasis at Ringling College of Art and Design. Her work uses the power of documentary photography and filmmaking to help solve the world’s tough problems through a community-oriented approach, looking throug...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Lavinia Andreini: “I have been approaching the world of cinema since childhood, thanks to my family, who passed on to me the passion for this art, particularly through the films of the silent era. I think motion picture has the power to put us in intimate contact with ourselves, and my goal as a director is to connect people n...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Rozalia: “Poland currently studying animation at the Film School in Łódź. As an artist, my passion lies in creating stories that explore difficult emotions and experiences, with a strong focus on character development. I strongly believe that character-driven narratives have the power to engage audiences and evoke empathy. By...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Teodora Marisescu: “I’m a PhD student focused on 3D animation, for now what I have done in this aspect has been my dissertation thesis - a 7 minute animation done from scratch by me” This episode was hosted by Kieran Blunnie, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festiva...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Matilde Senos: “Hi! I'm a Portuguese animator based in London and love chaotic and ridiculous animation. I'm passionate about combining different mediums and learning different techniques to make my work distinct and fun to look at. Currently I'm really interested in combining 2D and 3D animation!” This episode was...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Jaden Morris: “I’m a new filmmaker who enjoys storytelling and exploration. I try to tell new stories that have unpredictable endings to give the audience a new thought.” This episode was hosted by Ashalia Dawkins, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Austin Michelson: “Austin Michelson is a writer, director, and producer based in Savannah, Georgia, USA. His short film, Spectrum, is loosely based upon his own life as an artist on the autism spectrum and struggles with family who don't quite understand.” This episode was hosted by Moises Rijo, a Podcast Host at the Stude...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Arman Taheri: “My name is Arman Taheri, I'm from Cleveland Ohio, and I've been making films since 5th grade. What started as filming friends with an iPad has turned into my whole life, with each project getting riskier and more challenging. While I love to make thriller movies, I have a weakness for blockbuster action...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Derek Yang: “I've never been to film school, but I've always had a passion for cinema and filmmaking at an early age. I started off making animations on my YouTube channel, Silly Derek Media, before directing a short film 'Flying Solo' and now in post-production for an original musical film 'The Wing Girl.&...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Trent Miller: “My goal as a filmmaker is to tell stories through unqiue lenses. I love doing research about certain topics that I don't understand as much and thinking to myself “how can I insert my perspective here?”. I tell fictional stories in a space/environment that people may not know much about. I also aim to includ...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature George Lynch: “My name is George Lynch, and I'm a filmmaker based in Cork, Ireland. I enjoy working in all aspects of filmmaking, and I love to try new things when making films. I am currently studying at University College Cork in Film and Screen Media BA.” This episode was hosted by Moises Rijo, a Podcast Host at the Stu...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Logan Blinn: “I am an ambitious animation major and film minor who attends the University of Saint Francis. I use what I learn as well as the feedback and advice of peers to experiment and improve not only on the product, but on myself as well.” This episode was hosted by Moises Rijo, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Adi Bar Tzofiof: “You could say I was born with a camera in my hand, and since always wanted to tell a story of others as I see it. Being a filmmaker helps me bring to the audience harsh topics with a bit of a laugh and to bring to life all these incredible stories of the colorful people that I meet! I always was determined to...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Jake Tollman: “Hi! I'm a 20 year-old student filmmaker based in New York and studying at NYU Tisch for Film and Television production. Having had the opportunity to work with different brands such as Story Syndicate, The Safran Company, and TEDx, I'm striving to continue to expand my knowledge of the industry as well a...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Natalie Gill: “As a filmmaker I want to create stories that people can relate to or learn from. I want to my films to make a difference in this world and be remembered by all.” This episode was hosted by Ashalia Dawkins, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Dir...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Jocelyn Sanchez: “I am a 15 year old filmmaker and I have been acting and making films since the age of 10. I typically like dramas and telling stories that have an impact on my peers.” This episode was hosted by Ashalia Dawkins, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Fes...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Sagar: “learning and passionated filmmaker” This episode was hosted by Ashalia Dawkins, 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 Aaryan Nath. This episode was hosted by Ashalia Dawkins, 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 Maria Shuvanova: “Hi! My name is Maria Shuvanova and I’m a filmmaker from Moscow, Russia. I recently graduated from HSE Art and Design School university with a bachelors in Animation and Illustration. “femmes” is my diploma film. I’ve been studying art my whole life, but always really struggled with allowing myself to practice...