Author: Filmmaker Mixer
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Behind the Paddle: Creating Pickleheads with Ryan Cooper & Josh Flanagan

Join us for a lively and inspiring conversation with Ryan Cooper (producer/actor) and Josh Flanagan (director) about the mockumentary comedy Pickleheads — the world’s first feature-film dive into the booming sport of pickleball. We explore: how the idea was born, what drew them to the quirky and fast-growing pickleball scene, the challenges of making a Read more
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Ellen Rodnianski on American Baby

In this powerful episode, we sit down with filmmaker Ellen Rodnianski, director of American Baby, a moving and unflinching story about a young girl facing pregnancy, judgment, and isolation in small-town Texas. Ellen opens up about the film’s deeply human themes — from teenage motherhood to the silent struggles young women face when their world Read more
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Surviving The Wilderness: Director Spencer King on Power, Control, and Coming of Age in Captivity

In this episode, we sit down with writer-director Spencer King to unpack his tense new thriller The Wilderness, produced by Aaron Paul and Amy Berg and starring Hunter Doohan (Netflix’s Wednesday) and Lamar Johnson (The Last of Us). Set against the stark Utah desert, The Wilderness follows a group of teenage boys forced into a Read more
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Miles Away – Love, Life & Finding Yourself with Andre Royo & Jackie Quinones

In this episode, we dive into Miles Away, a heartfelt indie drama exploring identity, love, and second chances. Acclaimed actor Andre Royo (The Wire) joins director and lead actress Jackie Quinones to discuss crafting authentic emotion on screen, the film’s powerful journey from page to premiere, and what it means to truly find yourself when Read more
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From Ocean to Tokyo: The Epic Journey of a Bluefin

In this episode, we sit down with Austin-based filmmaker Kelly Lipscomb, whose new documentary Bite to Bite makes its World Premiere at the Austin Film Festival. The film follows a single giant Bluefin tuna from the icy Atlantic waters of Nova Scotia to Tokyo’s legendary Tsukiji Market — tracing a story of tradition, survival, and Read more
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Clashing Generations and Colliding Hearts: Don’t Know How To Be

In this episode, we sit down with director Salvador Espinosa and writer/actress Tato Alexander to talk about their sharp, emotional, and uncomfortably relatable new film Don’t Know How To Be. The story centers on Majo and Cris—a thirty-something couple whose birthday celebration at his parents’ home turns into a full-blown generational showdown. What starts as Read more
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VOICES: A Son’s Journey into His Father’s Legacy

In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Gans, the filmmaker behind VOICES, an intimate and powerful exploration of his father Danny Gans’ extraordinary life and untimely passing. Part personal journey, part tribute, VOICES uncovers the story of a man who rose from underdog beginnings to national acclaim, and the son who finds himself through Read more
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Selling Out or Staying True: The Holden Brothers on Art, Life, and Louisiana

In this episode, we sit down with Austin-based filmmakers Nick and Josh Holden, the writing-directing-producing duo behind their new feature film about family, integrity, and the fine line between selling out and staying true.Their film follows novelist Benny Dink, whose career and love life implode just before his 40th birthday. When he returns home to Read more
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Forging Ironheart: How Director Angela Barnes and DP Alison Kelly Brought Marvel’s New Hero to Life

In this episode, we sit down with Ironheart director Angela Barnes and cinematographer Alison Kelly to talk about the visual power and emotional depth behind Marvel’s highly anticipated series. From crafting the look of Riri Williams’ world to balancing high-tech action with human connection, they share how they built a superhero story grounded in authenticity Read more
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Austin Film Festival Coverage Coming Soon

The Austin Film Festival is almost here, and we couldn’t be more excited! Known as the writers’ festival, AFF has long been a destination for storytellers, filmmakers, and cinephiles who live and breathe great storytelling. This year, we’ll be on the ground covering the action — sitting down with filmmakers, writers, and creatives to dive Read more
