Twin Shadow Podcast

In this second half, Tom and Steve discuss more stuff like stuff, but they do ,in fact, (lots of commas, possibly too many,) discuss a possible new project by Tom that they do a script read of, and they battle it out with another trivia game. So come along with us as we get back to it!

Tom and Steve are back for 2024 with the first part of their first episode for the first of the year! In this episode, they discuss the future of franchisees, an AI comedy special of George Carlin, and they talk shop on their projects in this first part! So come along with us as we get back to it!

In This Episode, Tom and Steve are joined by special guest Alex "Probably" Duarte to discuss  when a project is a go for preproduction, how to navigate personalities as a director, and the struggle of filmmaking while supporting a life. So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! This episode of TSP is sponsored by Liquid IV. If you're thirsty go to the bar! Or buy some Liquid IV for 20...

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss how to deal with brain drain, the felling of being unable to get past mental exhaustion.  It gets a little sad and it gets pretty real about being able to finish their first feature, Dead Head. So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! This episode of TSP is sponsored by Liquid IV. If you're thirsty go to the bar! Or buy some Liquid IV for 20% of...

In this episode, Tom and Steve talk like the always do. They talk about indie films and how to get that little extra something in low budget filmmaking, the best movies of the year so farm and another script by the illustrious Tom! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! This episode of TSP is sponsored by Liquid IV. If you're thirsty go to the bar! Or buy some Liquid IV for 20% off when...

In this episode, Tom and Steve get a little light in the head as they discuss the strikes, blockbusters, and the trajectory of future films! So come along with us and ,uh, ya! This episode of TSP is sponsored by Liquid IV. If you're thirsty go to the bar! Or buy some Liquid IV for 20% off when you go to the link: https://zen.ai/twinshadowpod or use code: TWINSHADOWPODCAST

In this conclusion to our three parter, everyone gets drunk! And I'm sure something was said! At least Clark and Jared were on this episode! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! If you would like to see The Great and Terrible day of the Lord, you can find it here: https://tubitv.com/movies/660528/the-great-and-terrible-day-of-the-lord This episode of TSP is sponsored by Liquid IV. If...

In this second part, Jared and Clark discuss the woes of entering their first film, The Great and Terrible day of the Lord into the festival circuit. So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! If you would like to see The Great and Terrible day of the Lord, you can find it here: https://tubitv.com/movies/660528/the-great-and-terrible-day-of-the-lord This episode of TSP is sponsored by Liqui...

In this first part of the interview with Clark and Jared, we revisit Clark's and Jared's film: The Great and Terrible Day of the Lord. We discuss the synopsis of the film and post production woes. So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! If you would like to see The Great and Terrible day of the Lord, you can find it here: https://tubitv.com/movies/660528/the-great-and-terrible-day-of-the...

In this second half, Tom and Steve continue their discussion of of film scores and some of the perils of temp music. Then they play some movie trivia! So come along with us as we listen to a song or two! This episode of TSP is sponsored by Liquid IV. If you're thirsty go to the bar! Or buy some Liquid IV for 20% off when you go to the link: https://zen.ai/twinshadowpod or use code: TWINSHADOWPODCA...

In this episode of TSP, Tom and Steve discuss the latest news of the WGA strikes, The Flash box office, and controversy over releasing Oppenheimer in Japan. Then they get into the main discussion of film scores and their power in films by recalling some of the great scores, memorable themes, and discuss at what point they consider the score for their own films. So come along with us as we listen t...

In this episode, Tom and Steve finally find Xenu! Beam me up, Scotty! The drinks flow sweetly to their lips and get the duo drunk! They finish their discussion on pick-ups and re-shoots, the failures of beginning bad directors, and conclude the podcast with another trivia game! So come along with us, the truth is out there! This episode is sponsored by Liquid I.V. and you can support us by clickin...

In this episode, Tom and Steve cruise the stars in search of Xenu, but when you're that high up in space you can get a little light in the head! So, perfect time to discuss the DGA, SAG, and WGA negotiations. They also discuss approaches and  regrets for re-shoots/pick-up shots, and of course, aliens!!!!!! So come along with us, the truth is out there.

In this episode, Tom and Steve get a little light in the head as they discuss using a named actor in indie films, the progress and future of their film, and then they finish it off the longest script in history! So come along us as we learn a thing or two! If you would like to support the podcast and want some of that sweet Liquid IV, you can get 20% off with the discount link here: https://zen.ai...

In this fight, Tom is out to assassinate Mr. Wick, but can Stephen at least save the dog? Find out in this somewhat exciting battle! Are you afraid of the Baba Yaga?

In this second half of episode 109, Stephen gets really really drunk! The boys also finish their discussion of 12 Angry Men and then kind of talk about dreams. Finally, they end it with another movie trivia game! Sorry!

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss their fears with the WGA strike and then (partly) get angry in their review of 12 Angry Men! So come along with us and judge! If you would like to picket with the WGA, you can find the schedule and location here: https://www.wgacontract2023.org/strike/picket-schedules-and-locations?fbclid=IwAR3K4KSLumEdL1QtNx7ThaPRZwk4m3a8yNVHEeo8rYhYjQvphsNaUkt8m6w

In this episode, Tom, Steve, and guest co-host, Alex Duarte, interview friend and filmmaker Josh Ampuero of Turbulence Studios. Josh lays down the truth! He discusses writing scripts within your budget, writing comedy, and his feelings on film festivals. To top off a wonderful interview Tom graces the three with one of his finest scripts, his Jaws, "The Screaming Teeth". So get your piggly wigglys...

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss what it means to have an audience, how to grow an audience, if they are a bunch of dumb-dumbs, and how to get them to join your cult! Then Special Guest, Randy, makes an appearance and he's very hungry! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss their new insights on editing and accepting what you have to work with; then Tom vs ChatGPT: Tom writes a script and ChatGPT writes a prose of the same story. Stay tuned and find which writer reigns supreme! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In this episode, Tom and Steve get the privilege of interviewing documentarian and videographer, Javon Manning. Javon shares his methods on shooting B-roll, his approach to shooting documentaries, the film scene in Denver, and shares info on his next documentary. They three also geek out about anime! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! If you would like to discover more about Javon,...

In this episode, Tom gives his favorite books on storytelling; then the two discuss the WGA's stance on AI and sex in cinema or rather the current death of sex in film. So come along with us and let's get naked! Here is the Variety article on the WGA's stance with AI: https://variety.com/2023/biz/news/writers-guild-artificial-intelligence-proposal-1235560927/

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss the WGA seeking better residuals in the new world of streaming, a healthy mindset when a scene is bad, and they read another awesome script by Mr. Blue. So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In this episode Tom and Steve get to interview actor and filmmaker, Douglas Vermeeren. Doug shares some motivational advice, his experience working with the late Tom Sizemore, and shares his methods on marketing his films. So come along with us and see the lines! If you'd like to learn more about Doug, you can visit his website here: https://www.douglasvermeeren.com/

In this episode Tom and Steve return to the old formula discussing news on AI, Hellboy, and slapping. Then they try a new bit of sharing wisdom from actual accomplished filmmakers (unlike those two), with first up being Mark Duplass doing a keynote at SXSW 2015. Lastly, oh wait they have a main topic, but that's not the fun part! At the end Tom has a special surprise script! So come along with us...