Film Sessions™ Podcast

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Zakir Sheraan Baloch: “Zakir Sheraan Baloch is an award winning cinematographer & editor from Karachi Pakistan. He is also an experienced graphic designer, photographer, dubbing artist, screenplay author and digital painter. He currently lives in Bologna, Italy.” This episode was hosted by Sarah Adams, a Podcast Host at th...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Renato Rosati: “My greatest victory will be if even just one person, after watching one of my films, feels less indifferent than before. I was born in 1997 in a small seaside town in the beautiful south of Sicily. From a young age, immersed in the rich folklore and local traditions, I embarked on this journey as an independent...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Daisy Mohamed: “I am an animation filmmaker studying Animation at UCA Farnham. I specialise in stop-motion animation and have a passion for portraying narrative through colour and environment.” This episode was hosted by Sarah Adams, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Forrest Breshears: “Hello! I’m Forrest Breshears and I’m an aspiring theatre actor and filmmaker based in Arkansas. I’ve been making films since I was a tween and continue to do so. I post my films on my YouTube channel (Forrest Milkshake) so everyone can see them. My films typically are in the comedic, absurd, and psychologic...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Will Hays: “I love to tell stories that are as real and as relatable as I can write them. When I can, I like to step outside of what I know and experiment. I'm very passionate about making films.” This episode was hosted by Tanvi Palavalas, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Lesc...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Kathie Ong: “I started creating films since I was 9 years old and have loved every minute of it since. I tend to usually work in an experimental arthouse style as I’m very comfortable creating abstract media. What I love most about filmmaking is telling a unique story and being able to invoke emotion from my audience. I am alw...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Mohammed Abdullah: “Mohammed Abdullah aka “Double Aye” is a Compositor and Animator. Born and raised in the U.A.E, as an Indian, he grew up with various cultures that influence his work within his realms of artistry. His practice revolves around anime-inspired abstract yet fictional stories surrounding real-world concepts and...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Adam Boland: “Hey, i am a filmmaker from Wexford Ireland” This episode was hosted by Tanvi Palavalas, 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 Frank Acosta: “Im just a filmmaker who gets inspired by the flicks, movies and films I watch. The people who surround me. And just trying to make something entertaining and maybe a bit thought provoking. So kinda like every other filmmaker out there.” This episode was hosted by Tanvi Palavalas, a Podcast Host at the Student Wo...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Leon Taylor: “I specialize in animation, specifically 2D digital cartoons. At the moment I'm working on more narrative film projects surrounding my original characters, building character rigs in Toonboom Harmony and learning how to properly composit them in Aftereffects. Eventually, with the skills I'm learning at the...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature James Seed: “I am a filmmaker who wants to challenge the medium, experiment, and most of all; make people feel and think. I want to push myself to tell stories that are different, unique, inspired, and that I love.” This episode was hosted by Tanvi Palavalas, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produc...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Lucas Li: “My name is Lucas Li, I am 16 years old and I am a Grade 9 student. I love music, I can play guitar, bass and piano, I can also play the clarinet and a traditional Chinese wind called HULUSI. I also really love movies. I've starred in three musicals and two movies. There are 14 original songs in these works, 13 o...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Alex Mahutte: “Alexandre Mahutte is a filmmaker based in Montreal, Canada. He is about to graduate from the Film Studies program at Concordia University. His work has been accepted to many festivals and has won many awards. It was also been screened in theatres such as the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood and the Prince Charle...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Nirvaan Sadh: “Born from a dream of best friends who’re passionate about building exciting and impossible visions. We aim to capture stories of cultures, values and environments with hope they won’t be forgotten and live through our documentaries. Our journey started and remains a flickering flame, waiting to be ignited into a...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Becky Lake and Nate Schrader: “Through documentaries, film photography, and immersive experiences. Becky captures the meaningful threads of life, memory, and nostalgia. Her recent documentary, Troubled Tributary, produced with other American University students, premiered on Maryland Public Television during the 2022 Chesapeak...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Sadira Wong: “As a filmmaker, I am driven by a passion for storytelling that goes beyond the narratives typically covered in mainstream media. I am committed to shedding light on untold stories, amplifying marginalized voices, and creating a platform for underrepresented communities to share their experiences. Through my work,...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Jack Barrie: “I have been making short films since I was 11 years old. I just graduated from Azusa Pacific University’s film program and i double majored in humanities. I aspire to make films that contain a slice of life, i want tell stories that feel real and true.” This episode was hosted by Alexis Casida, a Podcast Host at...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Maggie Branch: “I am a student filmmaker in New Mexico. I specialize in editing and documentary filmmaking.” This episode was hosted by Nicole Crivelli, 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 Majiye Uchibeke: “Majiye Uchibeke is a talented and visionary Los Angeles-based filmmaker hailing from Nigeria. Born and raised in a culturally rich environment, Uchibeke developed a deep appreciation for storytelling from an early age. Fascinated by the power of film as a medium for social change and cultural exploration, he...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Rowan Harper: “Rowan Harper is a director and actor based in Denver Colorado. He is currently a sophomore at the University of Colorado Denver in the Film and Television program. His work spans both film and theater and he likes to work in a variety of genres.” This episode was hosted by Nicole Crivelli, a Podcast Host at the...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Zaul Ocana: “As a Former Photojournalist I have always loved telling stories thru one single image. Capturing feelings and emotion was always something that facinated me. Most of my work in film has always been in the Documentary field, but recently started to explore naritive story telling and have learn to loved this particu...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Ricardo Koller Morales: “Ricardo is a Mexican Film Student based in Ontario, Canada. He aims to find a voice in surreal cinema while approaching deep subjects such as intimate relationships, being understood, and the meaning of life. Finally, Ricardo found a way to express himself throughout film, as it is a mixture between ph...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Artie Siegel: “I am a punk rock filmmaker making do with what we have for the production” This episode was hosted by Nicole Crivelli, 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 Matheus Jeronymo: “As a filmmaker, I work as film and festival producer but, during the college I had some experiences as director and script writer, too. I try to bring art references to my films and videoclips. I hope to work with people around the world, because cinema is a powerful tool to connect us to other countries and...

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Mohana Rajakumar: “Mohana Rajakumar is the Founder and Director of The Short Film Lab, a community service organization based in Qatar whose mission is to train young women in professional filmmaking. We are delighted to have 3 films accepted to SWIFF. Polo by Sophia De La Cruz Coffee by Lia Olpoc Many Moons Ago by Eve Manalo...