Discover Indie Film (Jeff Howard)

What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Ashley and Holland collaborated on "Above Jewels" and many other projects.  On this DF4Q you get to hear how two artists who frequently work together can have very different taste.   Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group.   You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

Neil Payne's short film Alpa Phi showed at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2016.  He let me know that he had a lot to get off his chest about filmmaking, about what it's like to make films that challenge people, and about the challenges of life after film school. "Alpha Phi" Short from Neil Payne on Vimeo. When I approached Neil about doing the Discover Film podcast, he asked me to look at a commercial spec spot that he shot.  I found it so bold and direct, that I decided to make this one of the rare times that a filmmaker gets more than one piece of work embedded with their podcast.  (It doesn't hurt that it's 30 seconds.) Nike "Freedom" from Neil Payne on Vimeo. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Neil's film Alpha Phi played at Film Invasion Los Angeles, and he came in to do a Discover Film podcast and a DF4Q with Jeff Howard.   Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group.   You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

In this episode we talk to James Siewert, whose short film The Past Inside The Present won a Grand Jury Prize at Film Invasion Los Angeles 2016.  Watch his film and then hear about the process that brought it to life, as well as the experiences that lead James to pursue filmmaking. The Past Inside the Present from Indie Street on Vimeo. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Jame's film The Past Inside The Present played at Film Invasion Los Angeles, and he came in to do a Discover Film podcast and a DF4Q with Jeff Howard.   Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group.   You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

I always ask the guest on Discover Film, "What lead you to become a filmmaker?"  Dylan Sanford's answer is almost as complex and interesting as his short film An Entanglement. Watch this short and listen to the interview.  Some people say, "I've held every job in Hollywood."  It's time you met the person who really has. An Entanglement - Short Film - Official - 4K from Dylan Sanford. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Dylan's film An Entanglement played at Film Invasion Los Angeles, and he came in to do a Discover Film podcast and a DF4Q with Jeff Howard.   Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group.   You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Lily had the day off of school and she wanted in on the podcast!  Who would say no?   Lily also wrote, directed, and starred in a short film that day...  it's called, "The Secretary." Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group.   You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

This episode is really fun.  George Moïse came in to talk about his feature film Counter Clockwise, a low-budget indie that you can catch on iTunes and Amazon.  When you think about how frequently big budget Hollywood films drop the time travel, you realize just how much work George had to put into his feature.  And when you hear him talk about the process, he put in more work than you can imagine. Here's the trailer for Counter Clockwise. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out George's film Counter Clockwise played at Film Invasion Los Angeles, and he came in to do a Discover Film podcast and a DF4Q with Jeff Howard.   Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group.   You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

Eli Stern won a Grand Jury Prize for his short film Whiskey Sour at the 2016 Sherman Oaks Film Festival.  And the jury had no idea he was a 19 year old filmmaker in his second year of college.  Want to hear more?  Listen to the podcast. But first... watch his film! Whiskey Sour from Eli Stern on Vimeo. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

Eli Stern's film Whiskey Sour won a Grand Jury Prize at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2016.  He came in to do a Discover Film podcast and a DF4Q with Jeff Howard. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

Steve Doxey's feature film Artifice won a Grand Jury prize at Film Invasion L.A. 2016.  It is currently available for free on Amazon Prime and can be rented on Amazon Video and iTunes.  Steve took a break from his busy schedule to come in and discuss Artifice. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

Steve Doxey's feature film Artifice won a Grand Jury prize at Film Invasion L.A. 2016.  It is currently available for free on Amazon Prime and can be rented on Amazon Video and iTunes.  Steve took a break from his busy schedule to come in and discuss Artifice. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

Paulina Lagudi wrote and produced This Is How, an absolute audience favorite at Film Invasion Los Angeles 2016.  Most of the filmmakers who have come in for a Discover Film interview have surprised me, but perhaps none more than Paulina.  From her birthplace and background to her path behind the camera, Paulina surprised me every step of the way. You can watch This Is How right now - and THEN you should listen to the interview. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

Paulina Lagudi has been on both sides of a movie camera for a few years now, and in this DF4Q podcast she shows that great filmmakers also have great taste in movies. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

I met filmmaking team Preston Peterson & Jason Boesch when their film West Virginia Stories won a Grand Jury Prize at Film Invasion L.A. in 2016.  Along with the other feature films that have been included in the Discover Film podcast, West Virginia Stories is a movie that I consider much better than what is playing at the local multiplex. I was chatting with a festival board member about films, and West Virginia Stories came up.  I wanted to know if it had gotten distribution yet, and it turns out that at this very moment it is being shopped at AFM.  I figured this was as good a time as any to talk with Preston & Jason. It's my hope that West Virginia Stories will be released soon.  Until then, you can enjoy its trailer. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

Preston Peterson & JasoIt's the Discover Film Four Questions... or DF4Q. n Boesch co-wrote and co-directed West Virginia Stories, a feature film that I consider much better than what is playing at the local multiplex.  I couldn't wait to hear their answers for the DF4Q. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

Todd Wiseman Jr. is a very busy guy.  I first saw his film Army of God when the jury selected it to screen at Film Invasion L.A. in 2016.  He couldn't come out from NYC for the festival, so I didn't really "meet" him until we got on the phone for this podcast interview.  It turns out that in addition to being a very talented filmmaker, he's a principal behind Man With A Cam and Hayden 5 Media. As interesting as this other work is, I wanted to focus on Army of God because it is one of the few films I've seen on the festival circuit that combined extremely courageous storytelling with extremely professional filmmaking. And, let me say this in advance... regardless of your politics, this film represents a valid, intelligent perspective in a compelling way.  That is what filmmaking is about!   Be sure to also listen to Todd's DF4Q in the next Discover Film podcast. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.  

It's the Discover Film Four Questions... or DF4Q. Based on his film Army of God, I had a feeling Todd was going to have excellent taste in films.  He didn't let me down.  In fact, his pick for favorite movie of all time is a film that challenges to make my top three whenever I think about it.  And make sure to check out Todd's film Army of God. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

Chris Fiore directed and produced the documentary short Goodwoman, which won a Grand Jury Prize at Film Invasion L.A. in 2016.  I wanted to know how he had the tools to make such a great film.  The truth is that it is often hard to fill the documentary categories at a film festival, because precious few combine a worthy subject with quality filmmaking. You should watch Goodwoman right now, because it is a GREAT documentary.  Then you should listen to the podcast and find out how a fine artist turned into a filmmaking pro. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

It's the Discover Film Four Questions... or DF4Q. I thought Chris was going to be the first documentarian to answer the DF4Q, but in his podcast interview I found out that he's an award winning screenwriter and fine artist as well as a documentary filmmaker.  Basically, Chris is an artist.  No wonder his DF4Q is such a good listen. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher.

Every once in a while you see a comedy that is so smart, subversive and entertaining that it makes you forget the creators are dealing with the most sensitive political subjects in the world.  Puppet Life is one of those films. We showed Puppet Life at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival, and being a fan I wasn't surprised at all that the team behind it gave an incredibly fun Q&A. James Medeiros and Caroline O'Brien wore so many hats on this film that the best title for them is "filmmakers."  If you want to get technical, James wrote, produced, and performs in the film.  Caroline produced and stars in the film.  But the truth is that their collaboration has a long history, and they made the film together. I wanted to include these two on Discover Film from its inception, but we had to wait until they were both in the United States to do it.  Thankfully, they were both in Los Angeles and took the time to come record a podcast. But... BEFORE YOU LISTEN, WATCH THE FILM!   Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

It's the Discover Film Four Questions. You've watched Puppet Life and listened to the great interview with the team that brought that great film to the screen.  Now find out the great films that inspired them! What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Trunk Space is one of those shorts you watch and think, "I really really really hope these filmmakers get to make a feature film.  Soon."  Honestly, the best part about working at a film festival is seeing great work from young people that puts the big-budget Hollywood movies to shame. In this podcast, I got to talk to Max Silver who wrote and directed Trunk Space.  Max has walked a fascinating path to get where he is today.  I'm glad he shared it with us... but BEFORE YOU LISTEN, WATCH THE FILM! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Max Silver wrote and directed the great short Trunk Space, and you can watch that film and hear his Discover Film interview about it by clicking right here.  After the interview, I kept the tradition alive of having the filmmaker answer the DF4Q. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Angela Liu has been the official photographer for both Film Invasion L.A. and the Sherman Oaks Film Festival.  And she's a filmmaker herself!  You can see her work by clicking right here.  Angela has great taste in movies and watches as many as she can at the film festivals.  When we were chatting at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival I asked her if she wanted to do a podcast and she was happy to comply. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

The film Repatriation won a Grand Jury Prize at Film Invasion L.A. in 2017.  It was released on Amazon Prime and to mark that event I wanted to interview Ryan Barton-Grimley (producer/lead actor) and Douglas Mueller (writer/director) for the podcast.  Scheduling got tricky...  then I decided it would be interesting to interview both collaborators separately and then together; Doug & Ryan did not disappoint. This is Repatriation Interview 1 of 3, Ryan Barton-Grimley alone. You can check out interview 2 with Douglas Mueller alone HERE.  And you can check out interview 3 with both collaborators HERE. Obviously there are going to be a lot of spoilers.  I highly recommend you watch this award winning feature before you listen! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

The film Repatriation won a Grand Jury Prize at Film Invasion L.A. in 2017.  It was released on Amazon Prime and to mark that event I wanted to interview Ryan Barton-Grimley (producer/lead actor) and Douglas Mueller (writer/director) for the podcast.  Scheduling got tricky...  then I decided it would be interesting to interview both collaborators separately and then together; Doug & Ryan did not disappoint. This is Repatriation Interview 2 of 3, Douglas Mueller alone.  You can check out interview 1 with Ryan Barton-Grimley alone HERE.And you can check out interview 3 with both collaborators HERE. Obviously there are going to be a lot of spoilers.  I highly recommend you watch this award winning feature before you listen! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

The film Repatriation won a Grand Jury Prize at Film Invasion L.A. in 2017.  It was released on Amazon Prime and to mark that event I wanted to interview Ryan Barton-Grimley (producer/lead actor) and Douglas Mueller (writer/director) for the podcast.  Scheduling got tricky...  then I decided it would be interesting to interview both collaborators separately and then together; Doug & Ryan did not disappoint. This is Repatriation Interview 3 of 3, Ryan Barton-Grimley and Douglas Mueller together.  You can check out interview 1 with Ryan Barton-Grimley alone HERE. You can check out interview 1 with Douglas Mueller alone HERE. Obviously there are going to be a lot of spoilers.  I highly recommend you watch this award winning feature before you listen! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Ryan Barton-Grimley is the producer and lead actor of the feature film Repatriation, which won a Grand Jury Prize at Film Invasion L.A. in 2017.  It was released on Amazon Prime and to mark that event Ryan came in for a podcast! If you want to hear Ryan's interview about Repatriation, it's right here. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Douglas Mueller is the writer/director of the feature film Repatriation, which won a Grand Jury Prize at Film Invasion L.A. in 2017.  It was released on Amazon Prime and to mark that Doug, who lives in Northern California, called in for a podcast. If you want to hear Doug's interview about Repatriation, it's right here What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Click this poster to watch "Fiebre En La Disco" At Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2017, Fiebre en la Disco won the Grand Jury Prize for Music Video.  It might be a music video, but from the first time I saw it I knew that I was actually watching a visionary short film.  The music video's creator, Jean-Marie Marbach, lives in Paris and came out to Los Angeles for the festival.  He proved to be one of those wonderful filmmakers who attends all of the other films and shows nothing but enthusiasm for the art of film. I knew even before I started this podcast that I wanted to include Jean-Marie in it.  If you want to watch Fiebre en la Disco, click the poster to your right.   Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Jeff Simpson is a director, writer, and actor... and he has worked at both Film Invasion Los Angeles and the Sherman Oaks Film Festival.  Besides being a great help at the festivals, Jeff is a film lover who takes the time to watch most of the festival's films.  I invited him to come do a DF4Q. If you want to see some of Jeff's work, check out May God Forgive and Kingfisher. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Jean-Marie Marbach is a Paris-based filmmaker who won the Grand Jury Prize for Music Video at Film Invasion L.A in 2017.  I was blown away by his vision and could not wait to hear his DF4Q. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out If you want to hear the interview with Jean-Marie about his history and work, click right here   And if you want to watch his award winning video, please view it on his website. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Jeff & Alex at the 2016 Sherman Oaks Film Festival. This Modern Man Is Beat won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2016, and I never stopped thinking about how beautifully cinematic it is.  I knew from working with the filmmakers that there would be a good story behind it, and director Alex Merkin did not disappoint.  What I didn't know is how many fils Alex has behind him and ahead of him.  I couldn't be happier for this talented young man. As always... watch the film and then listen to the interview.  The link to This Modern Man Is Beat on Vimeo is right here. And if you want to go deeper into Alex's catalog, here is his earlier short film Across The Hall.  We discuss this one quite a bit on the podcast, too. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Jeff & Alex at the 2016 Sherman Oaks Film Festival. What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Alex Merkin has been directing like crazy for over a decade, completing four shorts, a cable series, and seven features.  (Feature #8 is about to begin.)  Alex's short This Modern Man Is Beat won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2016. Let's find out what kind of films Alex is, and isn't, into. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

In 2017, the Grand Jury Prize for feature film at Film invasion Los Angeles went to Blue World Order, a science-fiction epic that blows audiences away with everything it manages to accomplish for a truly independent film.  Ché Baker is the creative force behind Blue World Order and thankfully I've managed to meet up with this Australian during his last two visits to Los Angeles. As always... watch the film and then listen to the interview.  The link to Blue World Order on iTunes is right here. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

At the last minute I thought it would be fun to bring in some filmmakers who'd previously done the podcast, and after sending out some invites I managed to get three people on the mic at the same time. Caroline O'Brien (Episode 28), Alex Merkin, (Episode 41) and James Medeiros (Episode 28) came in and we shared out picks and favorites for all of the top Oscars. This is a fun one, and just might help you with your Oscar pool. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out In 2017, Ché Baker won the Grand Jury Prize for feature film at Film invasion Los Angeles for Blue World Order, a science-fiction epic that blows audiences away.  Ché Baker is the creative force behind Blue World Order and thankfully I've managed to meet up with this Australian during his last two visits to Los Angeles. The link to Blue World Order on iTunes is right here. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

One of the hits at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2016 was New Age, Olde English.  The team behind this film, writer/director Hayden Croft and producer/actor Jay Eftimoski, came in for an interview.  New Age, Olde English is an original and unique comedy with a little touch of horror. Click here to watch New Age, Ole English and then listen to the podcast! And ONE MORE THING.  On this podcast you hear Hayden giving me a copy of his book, "Kisses From Strangers In The Dark," a collection of short stories.  I've been reading it, and it's GREAT.  Seriously.  These short stories are smart and fun.  Each deserves to be its own short film. Kisses From Strangers In The Dark @ Barnes & Noble Kisses From Strangers In The Dark @ Amazon Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

We all made a bunch of predictions in The Oscars Prediction Podcast, so of course we had to meet again to discuss the Oscars results.  Three filmmakers who weren't able to make it to the Prediction Podcast were available for the Results Party... In fact, ELEVEN filmmakers took part in the Discover Film Oscars Pool.  Some have already done a podcast interview, and some are on my to-do list.  In alphabetical order they were: Alex Merkin, (Episode 41), Ashley Campbell (Episode 5), Caroline O'Brien (Episode 28), Doug Mueller (Episode 34), James Medeiros (Episode 28), Jeff Howard (me), Jeremy Foley (upcoming), Joe Petricca (upcoming),  Luis Servera (upcoming), Luísa Novo (upcoming), Preston Peterson (Episode 22.) And the winner was... At first I asked everyone to just make their picks for the top 4 categories; Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Actor.  And the winers is... Ashley Campbell!  Out of 11 people, she was the only perfect 4 out of 4. But people also submitted their picks for all 24 categories, and the winner of that race was Luis Servera with an impressive 14 out of 24!  (And he left three blank.) After the Oscars, winner Ashley Campbell received her prize of choosing when we would record this podcast, and amazingly five other people were able to attend. Alex Merkin, Caroline O'Brien, James Medeiros, Preston Peterson, and Jason Boesch.  Add me to the mix and that's seven people talking at the same time. Enjoy! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Writer/director Hayden Croft and producer/actor Jay Eftimoski made the great film New Age, Olde English together.  This original and unique comedy with a little touch of horror was a hit with audiences at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2016. Click here to watch New Age, Ole English and then listen to the podcast! And ONE MORE THING.  Hayden gave me a copy of his book, "Kisses From Strangers In The Dark," a collection of short stories.  I've been reading it, and it's GREAT.  Seriously.  These short stories are smart and fun.  Each deserves to be its own short film. Kisses From Strangers In The Dark @ Barnes & Noble Kisses From Strangers In The Dark @ Amazon Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

The first time I ever programmed a film festival was Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2016.  The first film that screened was The Hunter.  Which means that my first  Q&A with (as the Q, not the A) was Miri Stone.  Like all Q&A's, we only had around 10 minutes to talk, so this filmmaker from Seattle with a New Zealand accent who made an incredible original short film remained a mystery to me.  She's not a mystery any longer! Miri would have been one of the first interviews on this podcast, but we waited until The Hunter became available online.  And if you look to the right, you will see that she came down from Seattle to open the festival with her newborn child.  Talk about a magical way to begin a festival! The Hunter is a beautifully made film and I'd always wondered what was behind it.  Miri shares where it comes from and more.  When you hear her history, you will clearly see that her entire life has primed her to make inventive, fantastical films. Before you listen to the podcast... watch The Hunter. THE HUNTER from Miri Stone Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Miri Stone wrote and directed The Hunter which opened the festival at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2016.  The Hunter is a beautifully made film that takes the fantasy genre and offers up some surprises.  I had a hunch she would have some pretty interesting favorites, and she did not disappoint. And if you want to watch her film The Hunter, click right here.

If I was to use one word for filmmaker Mikhael Bassilli it would be industrious.  Just wait until you hear his story. Mikhael just cannot stop creating, whether it is a business, a screenplay, a film, or a structure to make all of that happen.  But I don't want to give too much away before you hear this interview.  Needless to say, Mikhael completely surprised and impressed me during this talk. For the record, Mikhael's short film Immersion, the opening film at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2017, is not available online yet.  I'm looking forward to when he releases it online, but he still has a few film festivals coming up.  We managed to avoid sharing any spoilers in this interview. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out The first time I met Mikhael Bassilli it was because he had won the screenwriting competition 100 Screenplays in 2017.  (You can see me about to hand him the award in that pic.)  A few months later, he submitted the great short film Immersion to the Sherman Oaks Film Festival and we selected it to be the opening film that year. You know I love to hear people's DF4Q's and considering Mikhael's incredible work output, I was very curious to hear his favorites.  Give it a listen!

In 2017, Filmmaker Mylissa Fitzsimmons won the Audience Award at Film Invasion Los Angeles for her short film That Party That One Night.  Whether it's the directing, the cinematography, the lighting, the writing or the performances, there's an art and a sophistication to all the elements you see in That Party That One Night that we see all too rarely.  Whenever I see a movie this good, particularly a high-school movie, it makes me a little frustrated with the high-school fare that Hollywood puts out.  Actually, it makes me a lot frustrated. So go right now and watch That Party That One Night at Mylissa's website. Then come back and listen to the interview.  (You can click on the pic below to see the film.) Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

What is DF4Q?  It's the Discover Film Four Questions. Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Mylissa Fitzsimmons is super-talented and super-cool.  She won the Audience Award at Film Invasion Los Angeles for her short film That Party That One Night.  Click here to see it. And after you've seen it, you should be able to spot her nod to her favorite film in it. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on DiscoverFilm.net  iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

The Blind Center won a Grand Jury Prize at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2017, and it also brought down the house.  It's not available online yet, but it will be soon.  I got to talk to both director/producer Tim Cruz and actor/writer/producer Lindsay Nyman in separate interviews... Tim made it over to the house first, so Tim's interview goes up first.  But Lindsay is next, so stay posted. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

A couple of Jeffs around a microphone. What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Jeffrey Thompson is, in no particular order, an actor, a writer, a director, a producer, a comedian, a magician, a professor and an accountant.  Top that!  He's out hyphenated all of you.  Jeffrey gives some great answers to the DIF4Qs, including the best answer yet for overrated. Hopefully you will get a chance to see his work.  I should add that his production company Great Hair Productions is one to keep your eye on. Here are Jeffrey's answers: Favorites: The Favourite, The Wife, Keep Calm And Tampon Underrated: The Wife Overrated: That Film From Your Childhood Seek Out: Fucking Meryl Streep (short) Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Linda Christina Riedmann was all smiles for her DIF interview This podcast represents the second DIF interview for The Wind Phone, a beautiful short film that pulled in 6 awards at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2019.  Linda Christina Riedmann produced this amazing film and I have to say that she and writer/director Kristen Gerweck represent one of the healthiest, most productive filmmaking partnerships I've seen on the festival circuit. You cannot watch The Wind Phone online yet.  It came this close to making the shortlist for the Oscar for Best Live Action Short.  Yes, this film is that good.  I cannot tell you how disappointed I was when I didn't make the list.  I know the Oscar process is more about publicity than quality, but there's a little spot in my heart and my head that hopes for the day quality triumphs. Instead of complaining all day, I will just let you know that whenever Linda & Kristen decide to release The Wind Phone online, I will be sure to include a link here for you to see it.  Then you can be as angry as I am about the Oscar snub. There's no major spoilers in this interview.  Just the fascinating story how a talented, hard-working young woman from Austria ended up in Los Angeles producing Oscar worthy short films. Yep. Enjoy hearing from Linda! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Linda with Jeff on the DIF Mics What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Film producer Linda Christina Riedmann came in to talk about her multiple award winning short film The Wind Phone, so of course I also had her answer the DIF Four Questions. Here are Linda's answers: Favorites: Girl Interrupted, The Hours, The Silence of The Lambs, Brokeback Mountain Underrated: Mama Mia! Overrated: American Psycho, Black Panther Seek Out: Appropriate Behavior, Never Look Away Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

JJ Anderson & Tito Molina in DIF HQ JJ Anderson & Tito Molina form the partnership Hrdwrker and  among their many collaborations is the documentary short "Jonah" which won the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2018. Jonah is a beautifully made documentary.  When you watch it you can see the respect and thoughtfulness that the filmmakers have for Jonah, his work, and the medium of filmmaking.  It really should have surprised no one that the Q&A for Jonah at SOFF was delightful and that the filmmakers are delightful people. JJ and Tito are those people who come over for their interview and I find myself talking with them about all sorts of interesting things in the kitchen until realize that if we don't hurry up and sit down at the microphones we might forget to actually record an interview.  Fortunately we DID record and interview and you can listen to it below. Oh yeah!  I'm forgetting to mention that Jonah is part of the Discover Indie Film TV series on Amazon Prime Video. If you want to see Jonah and a bunch of other great films, please click that link and enjoy! Or you can watch Jonah right below these words. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Darren did his DIF interview via FaceTime, because we were trapped at hime during a global pandemic.  (Jeff is in the upper corner.) Darren Coyle's feature film Chasing Sunshine won THREE awards at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2018.  Darren and his collaborators put together a delightful film into this world of dreariness, and the great news is that YOU CAN WATCH IT NOW! We waited to record Darren's podcast interview until the film was released, and now it has been.  Go to darrencoyle.com.  They pushed up the release date because at this very moment nearly everyone in the world is stuck at home. Yes, we are "flattening the curve" of COVID-19 infections, which means we need to be entertained at home. Look no further and watch Chasing Sunshine. It's time to stop bingeing shows about serial killers and tiger abusers.  It's time to support a truly enjoyable and truly independent film! You can listen to the interview before or after watching the film.  I don't think there are any spoilers.  Also, the audio quality is awful.  I'm sorry!  I don't know what went wrong, especially with my mic.  But still, you'll hear Darren's story and the tale of how Chasing Sunshine went from an idea to finished film. Go to chasingsunshinemovie.com or watch the trailer below. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Ed McCarthy visits DIF HQ for a podcast interview Ed McCarthy's short film They Fall Fast took home the Programmer's Prize at the 2018 Sherman Oaks Film Festival and it is easy to see why.  A long-time writer, the best decision Ed made was to direct it himself.  Under his thoughtful eye the film is one that people remember for years. You can watch They Fall Fast right now on Amazon Prime Video.  It starts off Season 2, Episode three and is paired with the equally wonderful Shark Week.  Click here to be taken to the Amazon page. or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film." In the meantime, you can actually listen to this podcast before you see the film.  In this case, I'm pretty certain that there are no spoilers.  Just a great talk with a great filmmaker about how he reached the point that he can make a wonderful film like They Fall Fast. Enjoy! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Seejon with his "The Man and Mel" team at FILA 2019 Seejon Thomas's short film The Man and Mel won three awards at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2019.  I have to say that I am incredibly happy to not just include Seejon on the podcast but to also announce that his incredible film is also part of the Discover Indie Film TV series on Prime Video. If you want to watch The Man and Mel right now, just go to DIF TV Season 3 Episode 7 and enjoy!  There really are not any spoilers in the podcast, so if you wait to watch the film until after you've listened then I forgive you.  But you should really, really, really watch The Man and Mel. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Seejon with his team on the FILA red carpet What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Writer/Director Seejon Thomas answered these Four Questions and shares his insights on filmmaking when he was visiting to record an interview about his film The Man and Mel.   If you want to watch The Man and Mel right now, just go to DIF TV Season 3 Episode 7 and enjoy!  There really are not any spoilers in the podcast, so if you wait to watch the film until after you've listened then I forgive you.  But you should really, really, really watch The Man and Mel. Here are Seejon's answers: Favorites: Tree of Life, Bergman's Silence Trilogy (Through a Glass Darkly, Winter Light, and The Silence), The Piano Teacher Underrated: Good Morning (by Yasujiro Ozu) Overrated: (no selection) Seek Out: The Kid with a Bike Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

JJ Anderson & Tito Molina answer the 4Qs What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite film of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out JJ Anderson & Tito Molina named their partnership "Hrdwrker" and  among their many collaborations is the documentary short Jonah which won the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2018. Jonah is a beautifully made documentary and you can watch it right now as part of the Discover Indie Film TV series on Amazon Prime Video. If you want to see Jonah and a bunch of other great films, please click that link and enjoy! Here are JJ's answers: Favorites: Stand By Me, Florida Project, One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest Underrated: Jackie Brown Overrated: Spring Breakers Seek Out: Night Comes On Here are Tito's answers: Favorites: Cinderella Man, Roma, Mid90s Underrated: Booksmart Overrated: Black Panther Seek Out: Blind Spotting Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Ed & Jeff about to discuss Ed's favorite films What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Ed McCarthy wrote and directed the award winning short film They Fall Fast.  When I see a film as wonderfully written and thoughtfully directed as They Fall Fast, I get a little greedy and start thinking about interviewing them on this podcast and at that point I start wondering what their answers to the Four Questions will be.  Now we get to know! You can watch They Fall Fast right now on Amazon Prime Video.  It starts off Season 2, Episode three and is paired with the equally wonderful Shark Week.  Click here to be taken to the Amazon page. or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film." Here are Ed's answers: Favorites: The Dark Knight, A Nightmare On Elm Street, Steel Magnolias Underrated: Romy & Michelle's High School Reunion Overrated: La La Land Seek Out: Spellbound Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Jeremy Radin & Caroline Gottlieb ready to discuss some of their favorite movies What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Caroline Gottlieb & Jeremy Radin made the film Shark Week, which pulled in three awards at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2018.  Both are talented actors who bring an array of skills to the table far beyond acting.  Do they have great taste in film?  You bet they do. You can watch Shark Week right now on Amazon Prime Video.  It starts off Season 2, Episode three and is paired with the equally wonderful They Fall Fast.  Click here to be taken to the Amazon page. or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film." Here are Caroline's answers: Favorites: Fiddler On The Roof, Hereditary, Tommy Underrated: Sound of My Voice/Another Earth/The East (Brit Marling's catalog) Overrated: Inception Seek Out: Like Crazy Here are Jeremy's answers: Favorites: Jaws, Young Frankenstein, All About Eve, Jurassic Park Underrated: The Court Jester (Danny Kaye) Overrated: Goonies, Inglorious Basterds Seek Out: Moonlight Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Jeremy Radin & Caroline Gottlieb stop by DIF HQ to talk about their film "Shark Week" The film Shark Week pulled in three awards at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2018 and it was easy to see why.  The jury was blown away by the quality of this film.  Shark Week would not exist without Jeremy Radin, who wrote it as a play and directed it on the screen, and Caroline Gottlieb who performed the piece in a play and was the driving force as producer to get capture this amazing work on film. Without irony, Shark Week was my white whale.  From the moment I saw it I began looking forward to listening to the team that made it at length.  I had to get them on the podcast.  Then when the DIF TV series was born I knew immediately that having Shark Week be a part of it would make me incredibly proud. You can watch Shark Week right now on Amazon Prime Video.  It starts off Season 2, Episode three and is paired with the equally wonderful They Fall Fast.  Click here to be taken to the Amazon page. or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film." Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Luisa Novo stops by to discuss "Becoming Lucy" Luisa Novo's film Becoming Lucy was an Official Selection at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2017.  That was why I first asked her to come onto the podcast. You can watch Becoming Lucy right now on Amazon Prime Video in Season 1 Episode 10.  Click here to be taken to the Amazon page. or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film." Luisa Novo is quite prolific and after we recorded this interview her follow-up film The World Inside, which she wrote and directed while she was in Brazil screened as an Official Selection at Film Invasion Los Angeles 2020. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Darren's FaceTime interview with Jeff in the upper right corner! What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Darren Coyle's feature film Chasing Sunshine won THREE awards at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2018 and it was a pleasure to get to talk to him at length about his career and that wonderful film. Want to watch it right now?  Go to darrencoyle.com. After Darren's interview it was time for him to answer the Discover Indie Film Four Questions. Here are Darren's answers: Favorites: Raiders of the Lost Ark, Do The Right Thing, Swingers, Memento Underrated: The Man With One Red Shoe Overrated: The Godfather Seek Out: Midnight Madness Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Luisa came prepared with notes for her 4Q's What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Luisa Novo is a Film Invasion Los Angeles master filmmaker whose films have been Official Selections in 2017 and 2020.  And her next project, a TV series, just got funded on Seed+Spark!  A native of Brazil and resident of Los Angeles, I was very curious to hear her favorite films. Don't forget that you can watch her film Becoming Lucy right now on Amazon Prime Video in Season 1 Episode 10.  Click here to be taken to the Amazon page. or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film." Here are Luisa's DIF4Q answers: Favorites: Drive, Sunset Boulevard, Adventureland Underrated: Leviathan (2014, Russia) Overrated: Shutter Island Seek Out: The Hunt (2012, Denmark) Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Miley Durbin & Gabe Moore (AKA "Team Chirp") at SOFF 2018 Miley Durbin & Gabe Moore co-wrote and co-produced the short film "Chirp, Buzz, & Other Sensations" as a senior thesis with Miley directing and Gabe as director of photography.  It went on to win awards at many festivals including the Sherman Oaks Film Festival. You can watch "Chirp, Buzz, & Other Sensations" right now on Amazon Prime Video in DIF TV Season 2 Episode 1 or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film." For the record, this interview was recorded on September 12, 2019 when Miley and Gabe were kind enough to come in and sit down in front of the DIF microphone.  After a long wait, the podcast is finally online. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Miley Durbin & Gabe Moore at their SOFF Q&A What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out "Team Chirp," better known as Miley Durbin & Gabe Moore, won the Programer's Prize at the 2018 Sherman Oaks Film Festival with their short film "Chirp, Buzz, & Other Sensations."  You can watch "Chirp, Buzz, & Other Sensations" right now on Amazon Prime Video in DIF TV Season 2 Episode 1 or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film." For the record, this interview was recorded on September 12, 2019 when Miley and Gabe were kind enough to come in and sit down in front of the DIF microphone.  After a long wait, the podcast is finally online. Here are Miley's DIF4Q answers: Favorites: Me and Earl and the Dying Girl, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, 21 Jump Street Underrated: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Overrated: The Shape of Water Seek Out: Celeste and Jesse Forever Here are Gabe's DIF4Q answers: Favorites: Shawshank Redemption, It's A Wonderful Life, Finding Nemo Underrated: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs Overrated: It's A Wonderful Life Seek Out: Nebraska Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Filmmaker Michael Hernandez sits down at DIF HQ. Filmmaker Michael Hernandez's film "Martyr" was an official selection at the first ever Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2016.  He returned to FILA in 2019 with the film "Worthy" that took home the Audience Award for Best Short film.  It was a pleasure to have him come into DIF HQ to record an interview. I am delighted to say that both films are part of the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video.  "Martyr" is in season 2 episode 7 and "Worthy is in season 3 episode 6! You can watch.  Click here to be taken to the Amazon page. or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film." Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Michael Hernandez hanging out with Jeff for a four questions podcast. What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Filmmaker Michael Hernandez's film "Martyr" was an official selection at the first ever Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2016.  He returned to FILA in 2019 with the film "Worthy" that took home the Audience Award for Best Short film.  It was a pleasure to have him come into DIF HQ to answer the Discover Indie Film Four Questions. I am delighted to say that both films are part of the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video.  "Martyr" is in season 2 episode 7 and "Worthy is in season 3 episode 6! You can watch.  Click here to be taken to the Amazon page. or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film." Here are Michael's DIF4Q answers: Favorites: I Saw The Devil (Korean), The Fountain, The Fifth Element, Event Horizon Underrated: The Fountain Overrated: 2001: A Space Odyssey Seek Out: Moon Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

A still from the award winning short film "DREAM/life" David Aufdembrinke made the beautiful short film "DREAM/life" which took home three awards at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2019, including the Grand Jury Prize for Best Director, and the Filmmakers Awards for Outstanding Short Film and Outstanding Screenplay. "DREAM/life" is in Season 3 Episode 2 of the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video.  Click here to be taken to the Amazon page. or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film." This interview kind of has to have two disclaimers.  The first is that we recorded this in February, 2020, a few weeks before a global pandemic hit.  There are not any timely references, but David mention future filmmaking plans that obviously got interrupted by COVID-19.  The second is that we spoke over Skype or FaceTime, I can't remember which, and we had a little delay that often made it harder for us to not speak over each other.  My hope is that someday the world returns to normal and perhaps David will find himself in Los Angeles and we can talk about his next film in person! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

The closest I have to picture with David Aufdembrinke, our live videochat for his FILA 2019 Q&A What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out David Aufdembrinke, the filmmaker behind the award winning film "DREAM/life" answers the Discover Indie Film Four Questions! “DREAM/life” which took home three awards at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2019, including the Grand Jury Prize for Best Director, and the Filmmakers Awards for Outstanding Short Film and Outstanding Screenplay. “DREAM/life” is in Season 3 Episode 2 of the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video.  Click here to be taken to the Amazon page. or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for “Discover Indie Film.” This interview kind of has to have two disclaimers.  The first is that we recorded this in February, 2020, a few weeks before a global pandemic hit.  There are not any timely references, but David mention future filmmaking plans that obviously got interrupted by COVID-19.  The second is that we spoke over Skype or FaceTime, I can’t remember which, and we had a little delay that often made it harder for us to not speak over each other.  My hope is that someday the world returns to normal and perhaps David will find himself in Los Angeles and we can talk about his next film in person! Here are David's DIF4Q answers: Favorites: Fight Club, Heaven (2002), Mar Adentro (Eng. The Sea Inside) Underrated: The Fisher King Overrated: Inception Seek Out: Bin-jip (Eng. 3-Iron) Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Caroline O'Brien & James Medeiros sharing a mic at DIF HQ Caroline O’Brien & James Medeiros first appeared on this podcast because their short film "Puppet Life" was a huge hit at the 2016 Sherman Oaks Film Festival.  Soon "Puppet Life" joined the first season of the Discover Indie Film TV series on Amazon Prime Video. We recorded a second interview because their follow up "Puppet Life 2: Human Dating," which pulled in awards at the 2018 Sherman Oaks Film Festival, became a part of the second season of Discover Indie Film. This interview is the kind of chat people have when they have done two festival Q&A's, a podcast interview, and two Oscar special podcasts.  In other words, I'm almost too familiar with these two wonderful people to have done a proper interview. And seriously, you should watch both Puppet Life films.  Click here to be taken to the Amazon page. or you can go to Prime Video on your TV and search for "Discover Indie Film."  They are in season 1 episode 5 and season 2 episode 10. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Lonnie Martin & Jeff Howard ready to record their voices What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Lonnie Martin brought his superb feature film “The Last of the Manson Girls” to Film Invasion Los Angeles back in 2019, where it was an audience favorite and puled in some awards. Lonnie is a great guy and a great filmmaker, and his podcast interview is a great conversation!  Click here to go right to the Amazon Prime Video page for The Last of the Manson Girls. Here are Lonnie's 4Q's answers: Favorites: Jaws, Daisies (1966), Night of the Living Dead Underrated: The Cable Guy Overrated: Punch Drunk Love Seek Out: Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (1927) Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Writer/Director/Instructor Lonnie Martin at DIF HQ Lonnie Martin brought his superb feature film "The Last of the Manson Girls" to Film Invasion Los Angeles back in 2019, where it was an audience favorite and puled in some awards. I got lucky and in December of 2019 Lonnie was visiting Los Angeles and took a break from his busy schedule to sit down for a Discover Indie Film interview. Soon after we recorded this, I got unlucky and through a series of unfortunate events may podcasts that I had recorded got mothballed.  My apologies!  But the good news is that you finally get to hear this smart, enthusiastic filmmaker talk about his craft! Lonnie is a great guy and a great filmmaker, and his podcast interview is a great conversation!  Click here to go right to the Amazon Prime Video page for The Last of the Manson Girls. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

David M Weiss's virtual interview in July 2019 Filmmaker David M. Weiss brought his action-thriller Black Luck to Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2016 and then came back to the Sherman Oaks Film Festival with his incredibly touching and inspiring film Kap, shot entirely in Haiti about the practice of "restavek" (to stay with) which is a form of child slavery affecting over 300,000 children in Haiti. David and I recorded this virtual interview on July 27, 2019, long before virtual chats became standard procedure during 2020's pandemic. Soon after we recorded this, I got unlucky and through a series of unfortunate events many podcasts that I had recorded got mothballed.  The good news is that you finally get to hear this smart, enthusiastic filmmaker talk about his craft! Want to watch David's films? Click here to watch "Kap" Click here to go right to the Amazon Prime Video page for Black luck. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Film episodes, visit the Facebook Group. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

David M. Weiss with his friend Leslie Easterbrook at SOFF 2018 What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out David M. Weiss brought his action-thriller feature film "Black Luck" to Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2016 and then came back with the award winning "Kap" to Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2018. If you have seen David's films, you would know that as an artist and filmmaker he is as multidimensional and intriguing as they come.  He does not limit himself to traditional genre, technique, or storytelling.  I had a hunch this meant his 4Qs answers would be just as interesting, and he did not disappoint! Want to watch David's films? Click here to watch "Kap" Click here to go right to the Amazon Prime Video page for Black luck. Here are David's 4Qs answers: Favorites: The Godfather, Tree of Life, Django Unchained, Man on Fire Underrated: The American Overrated: The Shape of Water Seek Out: Sunrise: Out of the Furnace, Thunderheart Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Rosi & Nate at DIF HQ in August 2019 Rosie Grace and Nate Hapke have been collaborating on film productions for a few years now.  Before their work together truly took off I had interviewed Nate about his film "One More" (SOFF 2017) but get this list... after that film came three Rosie & Nate collaborations; "She & Her" (FILA 2019) "To The Moon and Back" (FILA 2020) and "Ride Share" (SOFF 2020). We recorded this interview in August 2019, not long after "She & Her" played at FILA 2019.  Since Nate had told me his filmmaking story wayback in episode 69 of this podcast it was clearly time to hear Rosie's story. If you want to learn about this team, their small/TALL Productions Facebook page is a great place to start: https://www.facebook.com/smalltallproductions/ Soon after we recorded this, I got unlucky and through a series of unfortunate events many podcasts that I had recorded got mothballed.  It took me forever to get the emotional bandwidth to go back into the vault and get those unreleased podcasts out!  The good news is that you finally get to hear this smart, enthusiastic filmmaker talk about her craft! And I promise to not let the DIF vault ever fill up again.  I'm going to start a series of new interviews where no post-production is necessary, because life no longer allows me that luxury.  I promise! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

DIF host Jeff Howard leans in with Rosie Grace & Nate Hapke What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Rosie Grace has written and produced two films that have been at either Film Invasion Los Angeles or Sherman Oaks Film Festival, "She & Her" (FILA 2019) and "Ride Share" (SOFF 2020).  She also produced the film "To The Moon and Back" (FILA 2020). We recorded this in August 2019, not long after "She & Her" played at FILA 2019.  Nate answered the 4Qs back in September of 2018 If you want to learn about this team, their small/TALL Productions Facebook page is a great place to start: https://www.facebook.com/smalltallproductions/ Soon after we recorded this, I got unlucky and through a series of unfortunate events many podcasts that I had recorded got mothballed.  It took me forever to get the emotional bandwidth to go back into the vault and get those unreleased podcasts out!  The good news is that you finally get to hear this smart, enthusiastic filmmaker talk about her craft! And I promise to not let the DIF vault ever fill up again.  I'm going to start a series of new interviews where no post-production is necessary, because life no longer allows me that luxury.  I promise!   Here are Rosie's 4Qs answers: Favorites: The Princess Bride, The Classic Epic (Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Empire Strikes Back, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers), Kingsman: The Secret Service Underrated: What If (2013) Overrated:  A Star is Born Seek Out: Plus One Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Hayden Croft at FILA 2018 Hayden Croft's short film "Last Wish" was an official selection at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2018 and, honestly, would have likely won "Best Short Comedy" if that award had existed at the time.  (We realized the next year that we had to expand our award categories.). This nuanced, daring comedy will always be one of my favorites, because it is not just hilarious also sparks debate. Hayden's previous film "New Age, Olde English" screened at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2016 and when I started the podcast he was in the first batch of filmmakers whom I reached out to.  (You can hear his first interview here.)  When he hit us with his new work, it made sense to have him come in to talk about "Last Wish" as well. Hayden Croft is one of my favorite filmmakers.  He writes every day and has even published a wonderful book of short stories that I can absolutely recommend.  Go to his website to get your copy. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Hayden Croft and his "Last Wish" team at FILA 2018 What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Hayden Croft is one of my favorite filmmakers.  He writes every day and has even published a wonderful book of short stories that I can absolutely recommend.  Go to his website to get your copy.  He has had THREE films in the festivals that I program; "New Age. Olde English" at SOFF 2016, "Last Wish" st FILA 2018, and "Four Junkies" at SOFF 2019.  All three are in the Discover Indie Film YV Series! Here are Hayden's 4Qs answers: Favorites: The Godfather, The Big Lebowski, Pulp Fiction/Inglorious Basterds/Django Unchained, Seven Psychopaths Underrated: Super Mario Brothers Overrated:  Avengers: Infinity War Seek Out: Anacondas 2: Hunt For The Blood Orchid, I Love You Phillip Morris Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Writer/Director Pedro Patricio at SOFF 2017 with his friend and fellow filmmaker Fei Yu. Filmmaker Pedro Patricio has been a part of the Discover Indie Film family from the beginning.  His film "Tirachinas" was a smash hit at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2017 and that film is in the very first season of the Discover Indie Film TV Series. Pedro returned with his remarkable follow-up film "Kids Don't Die" to Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2020.  One of the best films in the festival, "Kids Don't Die" pulled in the award for Outstanding Short Film - Sci Fi. Full disclosure.  When the Discover Indie Film podcast was just beginning in 2017, I recorded a phone call with Pedro.  He had to jump into a Brooklyn coffee house and ask for a quiet corner for us to talk, and it was wonderful.  And then a failed hard-drive left that conversation lost forever.  I have regretted it ever since.  It was a pleasure to finally get Pedro on the DIF mic's again!  Although I confess that our previous conversations made for a shorthand here, so in this interview you do not hear as much about his background as you would have and should have in 2017. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Pedro Patricio SOFF 2017 Q&A with “Tirachinas” actor Emma Maddock & Jeff Howard What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Filmmaker Pedro Patricio brought his film “Tirachinas” to the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2017 and returned with his remarkable follow-up film “Kids Don’t Die” to Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2020.  One of the best films in the festival, “Kids Don’t Die” pulled in the award for Outstanding Short Film – Sci Fi. Here are Pedro's 4Qs answers: Favorites: There Will Be Blood, Parasite, Amores Perros Underrated: Monos (2019) Overrated:  The Social Network Seek Out: Porfirio (2011) Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Luciana Battistini & Danda Russo at the DIF HQ microphone Danda Russo & Luciana Battistini co-directed "The Scarf," a short film that was an official selection at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2020 and is now featured in Season 4 Episode 8 of the Discover Indie Film TV series on Amazon Prime Video.  "The Scarf" is a compelling, thought provoking film that takes a close look at a society wide issue by looking at some tiny moments. This co-directing sister team came in to DIF HQ full vaccinated and we had a great talk!  Stay tuned to hear Luciana and Danda answer the 4Qs. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Danda Russo & Luciana Battistini at DIF HQ with Jeff Howard What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Luciana Battistini & Danda Russo co-directed "The Scarf," a short film that was an official selection at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2020 and is now featured in Season 4 Episode 8 of the Discover Indie Film TV series on Amazon Prime Video.  "The Scarf" is a compelling, thought provoking film that takes a close look at a society wide issue by looking at some tiny moments. Here are Danda's 4Qs answers: Favorites: The Shining, The Sixth Sense, Dirty Dancing Underrated: 12 Monkeys Overrated:  Napoleon Dynamite Seek Out: Amelie (& The Scarf!) Here are Luciana's 4Qs answers: Favorites: The Sixth Sense, Amistad, The Wizard of Oz Underrated: Amistad Overrated:  Boyhood Seek Out: Elite Squad (2007) (& The Scarf!) Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Rosalie Alspach enjoyin' her coffee at DIF HQ Rosalie Alspach's short film "The Hostess" rocked Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2020 and I was delighted when she gave a thumbs up for this film to join Season 4 of the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video.  Catch it in Episode 6! "The Hostess" is everything you look for in a short film.  Well written, well directed, well acted and it inspires lengthy discussions!  In fact it pains me to this day that Covid-19 trapped FILA-2020 online, preventing an open discussion of the film between filmmaker and audience.  But Rosalie's day will come.  In the meantime, enjoy this podcast interview with an up-and-coming filmmaking talent! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Rosalie Alspach at DIF HQ with Jeff Howard What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Rosalie Alspach was an official selection at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2020 with her film "The Hostess." And I'm proud to say that "The Hostess" is in Season 4, Episode 6 of the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video. "The Hostess" is such a well written, well directed and well acted film that it made me eager to see what films inspired this talented young filmmaker. Here are Rosalie's 4Qs answers: Favorites: Love Actually, Easy A, Monster Underrated: Young Adult Overrated: La La Land Seek Out: Bachelorette, Camp Ex-Ray Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Cory Aycock visits DIF HQ for his podcast interview Cory Aycock brought his film "Lydia of the Desert" to the Sherman Oaks Film Festival 2020 and, in all honesty, I can tell you that when I first watched this film as a member of the festival's selection jury I was already hoping to see it become a part of the Discover Indie Film TV Series.  This personal, passionate work of utter restraint struck me as a wonderful example of auteur cinema.  I'm delighted to say that it happened!  You can watch "Lydia of the Desert" in the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video right now -- just go to Season 4 Episode 6 to check it out. Cory is a dedicated filmmaker and it is a pleasure to hear him talk about his love of film.  I hope you enjoy it as well! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Cory Aycock at the DIF mic's with Jeff Howard What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Cory Aycock's film "Lydia of the Desert" is a personal, passionate film that has the courage to exercise restraint throughout. You can watch "Lydia of the Desert" in the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video right now -- just go to Season 4 Episode 6.  If you were wondering what films inspire a filmmaker like Cory Aycock, listen to the podcast to find out! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Here are Cory's 4Qs answers: Favorites: The Master, tree of Life, No Country For Old Men, Stalker (Tarkovsky) Underrated: The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford Overrated: Parasite, Argo Seek Out: Rust N Bone, Macbeth (2015) Podcast

Alana de Freitas Alana de Freitas wrote and directed the film "Nancy" which took home the Grand Jury Prize for Best Short Film - Drama at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2019.  (Actor Michael Yavnieli also picked up the award for Outstanding Lead Performance, making "Nancy" was a double-award-winner!)  The great news is that you can watch "Nancy" right now on the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video -- just go to Season 4 Episode 2 to check out this multiple award winning film. Alana is a one-person movie studio!  Acting, writing, directing and producing multiple projects simultaneously!  She is the living example of what a talented, driven person can accomplish when they take themselves and their work seriously.  This podcast interview allows us a glimpse of Alana's journey from Australia to Los Angeles and how she ended up making amazingly wonderful films today. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Alana de Freitas wrote and directed the award winning film "Nancy" which you can watch right now in the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video -- just go to Season 4 Episode 2 and enjoy.  "Nancy" took home the Grand Jury Prize for Best Short Film - Drama at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2019.  (Actor Michael Yavnieli also picked up the award for Outstanding Lead Performance, making "Nancy" was a double-award-winner!)  Now that you know what a talented filmmaker Alana is you obviously want to know what films inspire her. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Here are Alana's 4Qs answers: Favorites: Gone Baby Gone, Blue Valentine, Mystic River Underrated: ET: The Extra Terrestrial Overrated: Nomadland Seek Out: The Rider, Nine Days Podcast

Bond Richards virtually sitting at the DIF HQ mic Bond Richards made the superb short film "First States" and we get to talk to him all about it to celebrate this film joining the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video -- just go to Season 4 Episode 1 to check out this darkly hilarious and extremely satisfying film. "First States" is one of my favorite films from the 2020 edition of Film Invasion Los Angeles.  In fact, it won the Programmer's Prize for exceptional filmmaking.  Listen to Bond's interview to hear how this multi-talented filmmaker managed to get where he is today. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out If you saw "First States" then you know that Bond Richards has a unique cinematic vision.  And if you have not seen this film, you can watch it now on the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video -- just go to Season 4 Episode 1 to check out this darkly hilarious and extremely satisfying film. After you've watched "First States" you can listen to this podcast where Bond shares the films that inspire him. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Here are Bond's 4Qs answers: Favorites: Saving Private Ryan, The Shining, Anti-Christ Underrated: Burn After Reading Overrated: Parasite Seek Out: Thou Wast Mild and Lovely Podcast

Joey Bravo coming to ya from Bisbee, Arizona Joey Bravo wrote and directed the fun-as-hell short film "Hammer Jackson," a crowd favorite at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2019.  It was time to finally interview Joey for the DIF podcast because his film is in the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video -- just go to Season 3 Episode 8 to check it out. Listen to Joey's interview to hear how this multi-talented filmmaker went from child actor to filmmaker to future movie mogul on an Arizona mountainside! Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Joey Bravo kicks off his 4Qs with the statement that he has devoted himself to watching a film every night for years!  You should definitely watch his film "Hammer Jackson" in the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video -- just go to Season 3 Episode 8 to check it out. After you've watched "Hammer Jackson" you can listen to this podcast to find out all of Joey's cinematic influences. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Here are Joey's 4Qs answers: Favorites: Terminator 2: Judgment Day, After Hours, The ‘Burbs Underrated: Phantom of the paradise, Psycho 2 Overrated: Avatar Seek Out: The Wizard of Speed and Time, Forbidden Zone Podcast

TJ Power gets ready for his second DIF interview Do you want to know why "The Bus to Birra Birra" from filmmaker TJ Power is in the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video?  Maybe the fact that it won four awards at Film Invasion Los Angeles in 2020 has something to do with it?  Go to Season 4 Episode 2 of the DIF TV series too see why this film won Best Short Film - Drama, Best Director - Short Film, Outstanding Screenplay, and Outstanding Acting - Individual for Elizabeth Blackmore. Thankfully, you can watch the film in the TV series and you can listen to TJ talk about the inspirations behind the film in this podcast. And if you want to take a deep dive, jump back to TJ's first DIF podcast interview from May 2019 when we talked about he previous short film, "Your Call Is Important To Us." Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Kim & Nate Ellis at the DIF HQ mic The kickass film "Delivery" played in the Kickass Spotlight at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2019, and you can now watch it in the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video in Season 3 Episode 6.  If we named DIF TV episodes, then that one would be called the Kickass Episode. Nate wrote and directed "Delivery" with Kim is in front of the camera as the film's anti-hero assassin. Watch their film and give the podcast a listen Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Kim & Nate at DIF HQ with Jeff Howard What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Nate & Kim Ellis brought their film "Delivery" to the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2019, and you can now watch it in the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video in Season 3 Episode 6.  If we named DIF TV episodes, then that one would be called the Kickass Episode. Nate wrote and directed "Delivery" with Kim is in front of the camera as the film's anti-hero assassin. Watch their film and give the podcast a listen Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Here are Kim's 4Qs answers: Favorites:Lord of the Rings, A Star Is Born, Toy Story 3 Underrated: American Honey Overrated: Burning Seek Out: Memories of Murder (from director of Parasite) Here are Nate's 4Qs answers: Favorites: Robocop, Aliens, Savaging Private Ryan Underrated: Enter The Void Overrated: Aaron Sorkin Seek Out: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (Original), U Turn Podcast

Ryan & Sam hopped onto Skype for their DIF interview Ryan O’Leary & Sam Vartholomeos are a blast.  Ryan wrote and directed "The Lost Weekend" and as the lead actor Sam made every scene of the film worth watching.  We're proud to say that "The Lost Weekend" is in the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video, Season 4 Episode 4.  No wonder this film came out so great - everyone who collaborated on this film brought something special to it. Ryan & Sam got onto a Skype call with DIF TV's own Jeff Howard for an interview about the film and their personal histories.  We always love knowing what brought people to filmmaking and acting careers; Sam & Ryan do not disappoint. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast

Skype brings Sam & Ryan to Los Angeles with not-so-great audio quality! What are the 4Q's? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Sam Vartholomeos is the lead actor in Ryan O’Leary's fantastic film "The Lost Weekend,"  We're proud to say that "The Lost Weekend" is in the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video. Sam & Ryan got onto a Skype call with DIF's own Jeff Howard for an interview about the film and their personal histories.  While we had them with us, it was time to have each gentleman answer the 4Qs. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Here are Sam's 4Qs answers: Favorites: Godfather, Lock (Tom Hardy), The Departed Underrated: Meet Joe Black Overrated: (pass - but maybe The Irishman) Seek Out: Little England (Greek film) Here are Ryan's 4Qs answers: Favorites: Adventureland, Annie Hall, The Shawshank Redemption Underrated: Snow Angels (David Gordon Green) 2007 Overrated: Ghostbusters (1984) and just as much the Ghostbusters (2016) female reboot Seek Out: The Video Dating Tape of Desmondo Ray, Aged 33 and 3/4 Podcast

John Venable, Charlie Baker & Jeff Howard at SOFF 2019 Writer, Actor and Producer John Venable brought his film "First Person" to the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2019 and this hilarious comedy found launches Season 3 of the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video by being the first film in the first episode. At the festival Q&A John and his team shared the interesting concept behind the film's production; it began with a short screenplay contest called "Hollywood Connection Short Screenplay Contest" at shortscreenplay.com where the winning script would be produced.  And unlike a lot of contests, John followed through and made the film!  Not only did he make the film, but he brought in lead actor Charles Baker, known to the public as Skinny Pete from Breaking Bad.  Doing this podcast we get to dive deep into the history of this film as well as its future. Comments are blocked on this website. To discuss Discover Indie Film podcasts or TV episodes, visit the Facebook Page. You can listen to the podcast using the media player below or on iTunes, Google Play, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Podcast