Flix & More With Ben Freese and Friends

Ben Freese interviews the Director of Arizona Film and Digital media Program. Matthew Jones shares his diverse background and his current plans as the Director of AZ Commerce. Matthew has worked on both sides of the camera in film, television, and commercials, as well as in the music industry. Join Ben for this informative episode on Flix and More with Ben Freese and Friends. Hosted by Simplecast,...

This episode of Flix and More with Ben Freese and Friends features Mark Sankey, the Marketing and Sales Director of the infamous Mescal Movie Set. Once the home of several major Westerns from days gone by, the set now offers guided tours and is not far from Tucson. Ben and Gabe discussed the new released movies, including the hits and flops. It's fun to get the Local Scoop of Tucson. Hosted by Sim...

Austin Buchanan is an actor, photographer, and stuntman. His next venture is in China where he will direct a play. Ben finds out all about China and talks with Austin about him teaching acting here in Tucson as well. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Acted with legends? Check. In some of the biggest shows of all time? Check. Invaluable stunt man? Check. MVP workhorse who kept everything running smoothly in Tinseltown? Check and mate. Join us for the decades spanning amazing career of Bunker De France!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode features writer, producer, actor and Tucson film industry icon, Daryl Mallett. Ben goes in depth into his new projects and the state of the Tucson Film industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two experienced Arizona actors share with Ben in this episode. 'Kate Hugo' is the focus for the new exciting local feature film discussion. Ben's guests take you on the journey of this film's production. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A real historian of western movies made in Arizona is today's special guest in this episode. Marty Freese, the specialist tour guide for many years at Old Tucson and now at White Stallion Ranch. Talk about memory lane with some of the biggest stars and TV series' in this episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...

Many people do not realize what impact sound has on a movie. This episode Ben and Daniel play host to Darren Barton, a Tucson film sound engineer. Learn the tricks of the trade and more.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A man of many talents, we check in with the multifaceted actor Sam Barcelona to discuss his skills as a teacher, and his commercial work doing voices overs. Tune in for some fun lessons in humility and movie magic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join us as we interview auetur actress Rio Van Zant. She talks about funny stories, serious subjects and extreme sports. Rounding out things, we also discuss the box office and a certain special film festival that fell apart. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join us as we hype the new Lux Machina 2 film festival that features four short films by four sets of filmmakers! Included in that set of artists are: your host Ben Freese (writer/director), co host Daniel Gonzales (cinematographer/producer), our special guest Gabriel Micheal (associate producer, PA) and two main call in guests Jaylon Johnson (lead actor) and the film festival head Roy Robles (dir...

Ben and Nick host a very funny show with multi-talented artist, actor, comedian, crafter and performer, Sara Mirasola. AKA 'Sera Sometimes' Have a giggle and learn about what's good at the movies and local film production. "Flix and More" with Ben Freese and guest host Nick Rivera"! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection an...

Steve McKee is a bit of a renaissance man and a full time thespian who also happens to dabble in the local Tucson movie scene. With decades of experience in the world of theater, Steve has honed his craft in the arts for 35 years. After recently retiring from his day job, he has rededicated himself to doing as much as he can to make arts a thing to appreciate. Wherever he performs, that's the plac...

Flix and More bringing you all the latest movie news not just from Hollywood but from right here in Tucson, Hollywood's backyard. Ben's guests for this ep are Gabriel Michael, writer, filmmaker, director and more and local Actor Michael Ray. It's a fun show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 4 has a local Arizona film historian who also writes books and dabbles in acting. Listen to Gene reminisce with the hosts about the times when Tucson was king of Westerns in Hollywood. Is Tucson making a Film production comeback? Find out what's going on in our vibrant city. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of person...

On this show guest Ross Demma highlights Tucson's Comic Con which showcases his proficiency in Art and Illustration. Ross is an everyman 'Jack of all trades' as he also writes books, does headshots, BTS, prop creation and even does wedding photography. Great show check it out! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal dat...

Today we talk to our friend, Jon-Lee "Jonni" Campbell, with a focus on her nonprofit group Differently Abled Entertainment (DAE) a growing phenomenon that seeks fairness and inclusiveness for anyone disabled or considered "different." We discuss how far reaching it is in our local community and how DAE helps contribute to the art scene with plays, movies, karaoke, special event...

Flix and more welcomes the one and only Daniel Gonzales, a visionary cinematographer, writer and director. We discuss with him details about his creative process and what inspires him to make movies. Along the way, we'll have a few laughs, talk about fishing and discuss what his favorite films are and who he enjoys working with in the local scene (and who he'd like to work with). Daniel is the utm...