Courtney Holly and Jonathan Everett

The Sights and Sounds Podcast

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Welcome to the Sights and Sounds Podcast, a show made by filmmakers for filmmakers! Join actress, voice over, and SFX makeup artist Courtney Holly and actor turned writer and director, Jonathan Everett, as we discuss getting started in the industry, acting, screenwriting, and DIY filmmaking. Oh! And come along on our journey towards our first independent feature film! Let's talk about making movies!

Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.sightsandsoundscollective.com

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Courtney Holly and Jonathan Everett

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S1:E6: #ActorLife 19.07.2022 48:42

Lights, cameras, actors ! Yes, creative community, today we are talking all about your acting career. What do you expect from your acting career? What does an acting career look like in reality? How do people get started in the film industry? Do you need a day job to be an actor? Despite taking on new aspects and roles in our film careers, each of us has our roots in acting, but in very different...

S1:E5: You're Watching the Wrong Films 12.07.2022 38:37

Did we get your attention? Watching a million-dollar blockbuster when you are first starting out can set some high ( what almost feels like unattainable) bars. Right? "Comparison is the thief of joy" as they say, and you can't be comparing your Chapter 1 to someone else's Chapter 20! In this episode, Jonathan and Courtney discuss watching films objectively, ways to practice you...

S1:E4: Reaction and Review Stranger Things Season 4 Episode 8 05.07.2022 1:04:27

**WARNING: Spoilers ahead for Stranger Things Season 4: Volume 2, Episode 8: "Papa"** *This bonus episode of the Sights and Sounds podcast was recorded live after viewing the first episode of Volume 2, and before watching the finale episode, "The Piggyback." Listen in to hear not only our unfiltered reaction to the episode, but our review of the episode and speculation and theo...

S1:E3: It's Not "Who You Know" but "Who Knows YOU?" 28.06.2022 41:22

Networking is hard. Especially when you're first getting started. But it's a necessary skill in almost every career and industry. The filmmaking industry is no different. In fact, it's even more important in entertainment. So, if you're an actor, screenwriter, film director, producer, cinematographer -- whatever your film niche is, you need to build your network. But how?! Fear...

S1:E2: Stretch Your Creativity, Not Your Wallet! 21.06.2022 35:16

*** Warning*** This episode was recorded prior to many recent events and has a short discussion about prop guns that may be triggering in light of recent events. Filmmakers and creatives like their toys. And when you want to create the best film you can, it’s easy to feel like you need the newest or best gear: The best cinema camera. The latest RODE microphone. New VFX assets. Maybe a Steadicam or...

S1:E1: Who the Heck are We?! 13.06.2022 22:41

What is the Sights and Sounds podcast? Glad you asked! Hosted by Courtney Holly and Jonathan Everett, this show is all about life, learning, and growing as a creative in the film industry. We’re on this journey with you. We know how weird and winding and downright confusing it can be. Whether you’re an actor, a screenwriter, a solo filmmaker, a director, or you just love movies and don’t know yet...