Following Films Podcast

Thank you for listening to the Following Films Podcast. Today’s episode is a real treat—especially for fans of supernatural horror and '80s cult classics. We're joined by legendary director Chuck Russell , whose past work includes genre-defining hits like A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors , The Blob , and The Mask . Now, he's back with a bold and grounded reimagining of Witch...

Today I'm joined by Julie Berghoff. Julie is a Production Designer who won the Emmy and the Art Directors Guild award for  The Handmaid's Tale . She was also nominated for excellence in production design on  Electric Dreams  based on the short stories of Philip K. Dick. Her first feature film was  Saw , directed by James Wan which earned over 103M. In 2005, she segued into comedy, designin...

Thank you for listening to the Following Films Podcast. Today I’m joined by Jamie Bailey, Simon Phillips, Anthony Crivello, and Ken Bresser to discuss their work on The Omro Heist. In the film, an FBI agent goes undercover during a bank siege in his hometown, and he discovers the robbery is an elaborate cover-up orchestrated by the corrupt mayor to destroy evidence of a criminal conspiracy. Today’...

Welcome to The Following Films Podcast , where we explore the stories behind the stories on screen. I’m your host, Chris Maynard. Today, I’m joined by a truly fascinating guest— Martin Harris , who delivers a memorable turn as the Boravian General in the latest entry in the DC Universe, Superman . Sharing the screen with the likes of Nicholas Hoult and Zlatko Burić , Martin’s role is small but pow...

Welcome to Following Films , where we dig into the stories behind the movies—and the people—who challenge the way we watch them. I’m your host, Chris Maynard. Today, I’m joined by philosopher and film lover Matthew Strohl, author of the new book Hard to Watch , a passionate and thought-provoking call to expand the way we engage with cinema. We’re living in a golden age of movie access—between stre...

Welcome to Following Films , where we explore the creative journeys behind the films that inspire us. I’m your host, Chris Maynard. Today’s guest is Steven Martini—an award-winning screenwriter, actor, musician, and the director of the deeply personal new indie film BitterSweet . This film is more than just a story—it’s Steven’s story. BitterSweet is based on his own real-life breakdown, a turning...

Hey everyone, welcome back to Following Films . I’m Chris Maynard, and today I’m talking with director Destry Allyn Spielberg about her new film, Please Don’t Feed the Children . It’s a tense, gripping horror-thriller set in a world where a virus has wiped out the adult population, and a group of orphans finds themselves taken hostage by a mysterious woman with a dark secret. The film features a f...

Welcome to the Following Films Podcast, I’m Chris Maynard. Today I’m joined by two special guests from the bold new film Killing Mary Sue . It’s a darkly comic thriller about a corrupt senator plotting to kill his biggest liability — his rebellious step‑daughter — only for her to discover she has a hidden talent as an unstoppable killer. The film is currently available on VOD, and I’m excited to b...

Welcome back to The Following Films Podcast , where we look at the craft of storytelling, the magic of cinema, and the people who bring it all to life. I’m your host, Chris Maynard. Today’s episode is a short one, but a good one. We’re joined by two remarkable guests: acclaimed actor Dermot Mulroney , whose filmography spans everything from My Best Friend’s Wedding to Young Guns and Yellowstone …...

You're listening to Following Films, the podcast where we dig beneath the surface of cinema to uncover the stories behind the screen. I’m your host, Chris Maynard, and today we’re going deep into the heart of Diablo — a lean, ferocious action-thriller starring Scott Adkins that lands today in theaters and on demand. Diablo is the story of Kris Chaney — a man fresh out of prison, carrying the w...

Welcome to Following Films, the show where we talk to the creators behind today’s most compelling cinema. I’m your host, and today we’re honored to be joined by filmmaker Amir Kovacs, director of the beautifully animated new feature, Book of Joshua: Walls of Jericho. Now available on major VOD platforms, Walls of Jericho is a powerful retelling of the biblical story from the Book of Joshua—a tale...

I had the chance to sit down with Harley Flanagan — punk pioneer, founding member of the Cro-Mags , and the subject of the new feature-length documentary, HARLEY FLANAGAN: WIRED FOR CHAOS . Directed by Emmy and Peabody Award-winner Rex Miller , this no-holds-barred film dives into Harley’s life — from the violent streets of ‘70s New York to the hardcore scene that defined a generation. This isn’t...

Welcome to The Following Films Podcast . I’m your host, Chris Maynard , and today I’m joined by acclaimed horror filmmaker Sean Byrne — the visionary behind The Loved Ones and The Devil’s Candy . Sean is back with his most intense and ambitious film yet: Dangerous Animals — a razor-sharp fusion of shark thriller and serial killer horror, set against the vast, unforgiving waters of the Australian c...

Show Notes – Following Films Episode Title: “GOING POSTAL: Filmmakers Tda Sallee & Jason Sikorsky on Gaming’s Most Notorious Underdog” Hosted by: Chris Maynard Guests: Ted Sallee & Jason Sikorsky, directors of GOING POSTAL: THE LEGACY FORETOLD Now Streaming on VOD Episode Summary: Host Chris Maynard sits down with filmmakers Tad Sallee and Jason Sikorsky to unpack their five-year journey m...

Some films aim to entertain; others aim to provoke. Lemonade Blessing dares to do both—and does so with unapologetic flair. At first glance, the film is a bold, raunchy sex comedy. But peel back the irreverent humor, the teenage horniness, and the sacrilegious hijinks, and you’ll find something much deeper pulsing beneath the surface: a raw, reflective exploration of generational trauma, toxic mas...

Hey everyone, welcome to The Following Films Podcast . I'm your host, Chris Maynard. Today’s episode is something really special — I had the chance to sit down with Renn Hawkey, a musician and producer you probably know from his work with Deadsy. But this time, we’re talking about something brand new: The Yagas , a deeply personal project that blends music, myth, and mood in powerful ways. The...

Welcome to Following Films , the show where we go behind the scenes with the people who make the movies we love. I’m your host, Chris Maynard , and today I’m joined by a filmmaker whose new film is both a gritty Boston drama and a deeply personal debut. Eric Aronson is a Boston-based writer and director with over 22 years of experience as a Hollywood screenwriter. He’s written for major studios li...

Welcome back to the Following Films Podcast, the show that dives deep into the world of independent cinema—where creativity meets grit, and stories are told against all odds. Today’s guest is an indie filmmaker who truly embodies that spirit. We're joined by the writer, director, and editor of Blind Blood, an award-winning crime thriller now streaming on Amazon Prime in the US and UK, and on T...

🔥 Episode Overview: Guests: Stephen Leonhardt & Isabella Scanoni, Production Designers of Beast Games Host: Chris Maynard Streaming now on: Prime Video On this episode of the Following Films Podcast , we dive into the jaw-dropping production behind one of the most ambitious reality competition shows ever created: Beast Games . Host [Name] sits down with acclaimed production designers Stephen...

In one of the most unexpected turns in recent entertainment news, President Donald Trump has proposed a 100% tariff on all films produced outside the United States. In this episode, host Chris Maynard unpacks the potential consequences of this controversial proposal and what it could mean for the future of Hollywood and global filmmaking. Later in the episode, Chris sits down with Sonnet Daymont,...

Welcome to The Following Films Podcast — your go-to destination for deep dives into music, movies, and pop culture that push boundaries and spark conversation. In today’s episode, we’re joined by the dynamic indie rock duo Durry to talk about their explosive new single, “THIS MOVIE SUCKS.” This track is an anthem for anyone who’s ever felt trapped in a storyline they didn’t choose — a metaphor for...

Today on The Following Films Podcast , I’m joined by cinematographer Martin Ruhe . Martin’s latest film, The Amateur , is a tense, grounded thriller, and we spend a lot of time talking about how he helped shape its unique look and feel. We also get into his earlier work, like the beautifully shot Control , and how his collaborations with George Clooney kicked off with The American and later contin...

Hey everyone, welcome back to Following Films — I'm Chris Maynard. Today I'm really excited to have cinematographer Tommy Maddox-Upshaw on the show. You probably know his work from Snowfall , Straight Outta Compton , and a bunch of other incredible projects. We’re talking about his newest film, Opus , and how he approached the look and feel of it, what it was like putting it together, and...

On this episode, we’re diving into a story that blends nostalgia, music, and the origins of esports — a follow-up to one of the most beloved documentaries in gaming history. I’m talking about Arcades & Love Songs: The Ballad of Walter Day . This new film is the feature directorial debut from Oscar-winning producer Ed Cunningham — best known for Undefeated and The King of Kong: A Fistful of Qua...

Today, we’re heading straight into the dust, danger, and drama of the wild west with a very special guest—director and writer Brian Skiba —who joins us to talk about his latest film, GUNSLINGERS . Starring Stephen Dorff , Heather Graham , and Academy Award Winner Nicolas Cage , GUNSLINGERS is a gritty, high-octane Western thriller where justice rides on a hair trigger. When America’s most wanted o...