Kingdom of Dreams Podcast

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Natasha Braier, ASC, whose remarkable body of work includes The Neon Demon, Honey Boy, Gloria Bell, and the upcoming feature I Love Boosters. Natasha takes us behind the visual language of I Love Boosters, discussing how she worked with the director to translate the...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed set decorator Elli Griff, whose extraordinary career has helped bring some of cinema’s most iconic worlds to life, including Napoleon, Gladiator II, Gladiator, Edge of Tomorrow, Glass Onion, and A.I. Artificial Intelligence. Elli takes us behind the scenes of creating the richly de...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Celiana Cárdenas, whose impressive career spans feature films, television, and documentaries, including the highly anticipated Apple TV+ series Cape Fear. Celiana takes me behind the lens of the new 10-episode reimagining of Cape Fear, inspired by the classic film d...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed editor Christopher Nelson, whose remarkable television career includes iconic series such as The West Wing, Lost, and Six Feet Under. Christopher shares stories from behind the edit suite on some of television’s most celebrated dramas, discussing how editing shapes performances, bu...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed production designer James D. Bissell, whose extraordinary career has helped shape beloved films including E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, The Rocketeer, Jumanji, and 300. James takes us behind the scenes of designing some of cinema’s most iconic worlds, sharing how he landed these land...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with screenwriter Danny Bilson for a fascinating conversation about the making of the cult classic adventure film The Rocketeer. Danny shares the incredible story behind how the film came to life, the journey of bringing the beloved comic book to the screen, and how director Joe Johnston eventual...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down once again with set decorator Sonja Klaus for another fascinating conversation about her adventures working alongside legendary director Ridley Scott. This time, we dive into the making of Body of Lies starring Russell Crowe and Leonardo DiCaprio. Sonja shares fun behind the scenes stories from t...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with producer Eric Watson for a fascinating conversation about the making of Darren Aronofsky’s cult classics Pi and Requiem for a Dream. Eric takes us behind the scenes of the early days of independent filmmaking, sharing stories about the unexpected success of Pi, the risks involved in getting...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Nadége Laici , director of Secrets of the Bees , for a fascinating conversation about bringing the hidden world of bees to life. Nadége takes us behind the scenes of crafting a film that blends education with cinematic storytelling, sharing how the team approached capturing bee behavior in w...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Natalie Papageorgiadis for a fascinating conversation about set decoration on the Netflix series Bridgerton. Natalie takes us behind the scenes of crafting the show’s rich and immersive interiors, sharing how each space is carefully designed to reflect character, status, and emotion. She bre...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with editors Jolyon Sutcliffe and Joe Fereday to talk about their work on The Dinosaurs . They share insights into shaping a series that blends real-world natural history with VFX-driven storytelling, and the challenges of balancing authenticity with spectacle. We discuss the differences between...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with author John Walsh to talk about his book Gladiator II: The Making of Ridley Scott’s Epic Sequel. John shares the unique access he had to the production of Gladiator II, offering insight into the vision of Ridley Scott, the scale of its VFX, and stories from behind the scenes. We also discuss...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with cinematographer Jamie McPherson to talk about his work on The Dinosaurs, executive produced by Steven Spielberg for Netflix. Jamie shares his approach to crafting the show’s visual palette, using light and shadow to bring a sense of scale and realism to a world that blends live action with c...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with film editor Tom Eagles to talk about Nuremberg, directed by James Vanderbilt. Tom shares how he shaped the film’s powerful narrative by weaving in historical footage and allowing key moments to breathe, holding on tension rather than cutting away too quickly. We discuss the challenges of wor...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with film editor Craig Wood to talk about the sci fi film Good Luck Have Fun Don’t Die, directed by Gore Verbinski. Craig shares insights into the editing process and the technical challenges of shaping the film’s pace and structure. We also discuss the deeper themes of technology, violence, and...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with director Anya Adams for a wonderful conversation about directing the powerful Episodes 7 and 8 finale of the Netflix series Bridgerton . Anya takes us behind the scenes of crafting the emotional climax of the season, sharing how she approached blocking complex scenes, collaborating closely w...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with visionary director Brett Leonard for a fascinating conversation about his groundbreaking science fiction film The Lawnmower Man and its newly released Director’s Cut, now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Brett takes us behind the scenes of making one of the earliest films to explore virtual...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with stop motion animator Jan Erik Maas for a fascinating conversation about his work on Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio directed by Guillermo del Toro. Jan Erik takes us inside the meticulous process of stop motion animation, explaining how characters are brought to life frame by frame and the pa...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Nigel Bluck for a fascinating conversation about crafting visual storytelling on large-scale productions. Nigel takes us behind the scenes of Anaconda, sharing memorable stories from the set including the intense jungle sequences, the famous squirrel moment involvin...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed film critic Anupama Chopra for a wide-ranging conversation about cinema, storytelling, and her remarkable career spanning more than three decades. Anupama discusses her book Dining with the Stars, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from her many conversations with some of the bigges...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Alicia Robbins, who lensed key episodes of Bridgerton Seasons 3 and 4. Alicia takes us inside Episodes 2, 4, 7, and 8 across both Volume 1 and Volume 2, breaking down how she crafted the visual language of romance, tension, and spectacle that defines the series. She...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Affonso Gonçalves, the acclaimed editor behind Hamnet. Affonso opens up about the deeply emotional experience of editing Hamnet—how the material affected him personally and the responsibility he felt in shaping such an intimate, grief-driven story. He reflects on his creative collaboration w...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Anthony Scott, a stop-motion animator behind The Nightmare Before Christmas. Anthony shares his deeply personal journey with the film, how working on Nightmare gave him courage, shaped his creative identity, and left a lasting emotional imprint on his life. He also takes us inside the techni...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with editors Eduardo Serrano and Matheus Farias to explore the craft behind a Golden Globe nominated Brazilian spy drama set during a political dictatorship. They discuss how they shaped the film’s pacing, tension, and emotional rhythm, handled key scenes, and approached their editing workflow. I...

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed editor Håkan Karlsson for an intimate conversation about the power of editing and narrative rhythm. Håkan takes us inside the cutting room of Mel Gibson’s latest film, breaking down how pacing, restraint, and emotional timing shaped the final story. He speaks candidly about the dif...