Hollywood is Dead

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you finish a labor-of-love sci‑fi thriller and the industry that’s supposed to elevate it feels cold to the touch? We open the curtain on The Dresden Sun’s release and share exactly how we took control: touring independent theaters, designing a smart digital window, and building momentum with creators who believed in the work. No middlemen manufacturing “marketin...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you stop chasing trends and create something only you can offer? Steve Bridges, the comedic genius behind viral TikTok characters like gamer kid, Junior, and Dirty Dan, has built an audience of over 2 million followers by tapping into authentic experiences from his life. In this revealing conversation, Steve shares how his challenging childhood—complete with fami...

Send us Fan Mail In a conversation that's as much about creative resilience as it is about filmmaking, director Michael Ryan takes us deep into the 15-year journey of bringing The Dresden Sun to life. This ambitious cyberpunk thriller wasn't just directed by Ryan – he served as writer, producer, DP, editor, visual effects artist, and post-production supervisor, literally embodying every...

Send us Fan Mail Watch Crash Site Jason's IG Jason Sperling's fingerprints are all over modern television's visual language. With three Primetime Emmy nominations and two VES Award nominations, he's shaped shows like American Horror Story, The Walking Dead, and Bridgerton through his visual effects expertise. Yet his most profound creative achievement might be his wildly succes...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you return to your hometown to make a movie about toxic masculinity set in a remote cabin? Filmmaker Max Kleiber reveals the fascinating journey behind his debut feature "Rattlin Bog" - a satirical horror-comedy born from a COVID-era short film experiment that evolved into something much bigger. Growing up in Northern California with no artists in his f...

Send us Fan Mail This episode highlights the upcoming Sundial Film Festival and the completion of Tyler’s film, The Dresden Sun. Tyler shares details on community engagement, the significance of affordable arts access, and his personal journey through setbacks and creative resurgence.  • Overview of the Sundial Film Festival details and ticket pricing  • Excitement around the film, The Dresden Sun...

Send us Fan Mail Embark on a theatrical odyssey with me, Tyler Lockamy, as I recount the transformative experience of becoming Frederick Treves in "The Elephant Man". The raw emotion and authentic performance that emerged on stage was a journey in itself, challenging me to navigate the complex landscape of a character's psyche. The conversation then shifts gears to the lighter tones...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered about the thrilling world of live theater? Buckle up, because we're taking you on a wild ride through our current production, Cascade Christmas, and the unexpected challenges that accompany the staging of such a grand spectacle. And oh, do we have an opinion or two on Netflix's film "The Killer"! Spoiler alert: It left us wanting. Lift the curtain...

Send us Fan Mail Ever experienced anxiety before a big performance? Join me on this journey as I share my own tales of handling nerves ahead of a play, explore my reflections on the movie ' It Follows ', and unravel the self-created narratives of failure that may be holding us back. What if you could collaborate with your admired directors? I share my aspirations of working with industry...

Send us Fan Mail Ever sat around a campfire amazed by tales of dreams pursued and challenges conquered? That’s the journey we embark on this episode. Picture a young kid putting on Christmas plays with his brother, eyes sparkling with passion, morphing into an actor stepping onto the stage for the first time for Snow White and the Seven Dwarves. From then on, it's all about chasing the dream,...

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Send us Fan Mail Hollywood is Dead is...NOT DEAD! New episodes every week with bonus episodes thrown in for funzies! Thanks for sticking around! Instagram Threads Support the show Please consider following the podcast on Instagram , TikTok , Apple Podcasts , Spotify and YouTube !  HiD Artwork //  Mark Vega -  Instagram  Theme Music // Wave Saver "Night Stalker"  Try Epidemic Sound (This...