Cinema Pathway Podcast

Cinema Pathway Podcast

por Fernando Guillen
Temporada 2

Productions Management, where the magic really happens with Francesca Gonzalez

Join us for this exciting episode as we discuss the magic behind the scenes. Francesca “Frenchy” Gonzalez started in music at a young age and began pursuing a music career before moving into film. She will share with our listeners how she got her start as an unpaid intern and moved up, rather quickly, into roles of increasing responsibility, eventually becoming a production manager. Frenchy worked on feature and short films, became involved with distribution, and managed the Miami Urban Film Festival. She has continued to hone her craft, producing live events for crowds of up to 180,00 people. You can learn more about Francesca and connect with her at the links below. Francesca Gonzalez Instagram Francesca Gonzalez LinkedIn

Helping emerging artist accelerate with Dana Dellacamera

Today we are proud to welcome Dana Dellacamera to the podcast. Dan is a filmmaker, singer, and actor who has appeared on stage and in both short and feature films. Dana will share with us how she first started performing and how her journey brought her to two important roles she holds today. Dana is the Director of the Arts Accelerator, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting emerging artists in film in creating thriving careers by providing film industry Masterclasses, workshops, productions, networking events, and film festivals. She is the City Producer for the Miami / Fort Lauderdale 48-Hour Film Project. We talk about these organizations, and their importance to fostering creativity and helping filmmakers of all levels hone their crafts. You can learn more about Dana, Arts Accelerator, and the 48-Hour Film Project at the links below:Dana Dellacamera IMDBArts Acceleratorhttps://www.48hourfilm.com/miami/48hfp

Rerun, the Steadicam, bound for glory from the beginning with special guest Gregory Dillard

Today, we’ll start season two of cinema pathway with some Steadicam trivia, talk about its history, and then learn what it takes to be a Steadicam operator from Gregory Dillard. First, our host and listeners will get an education on the difference between the different types of Steadicams, Gimbals, and Ronin. Next, Gregory will talk about everything that goes into setting up and operating a Steadicam and where someone who wants to get into this type of work can pursue the training. We’ll also talk about the pros and cons of having a camera in an operator’s hands versus automation and using drones.

Illusions of phenomenon with production designer Jerry Blohm

Prepare for a fascinating episode as we dig into the world of production and art design, prop making and set building, and 18th-century weapons. Jerry Blohm will share his experience as an armorer on his first feature film with a legendary actor, director, and military advisor. He’ll then take our listeners on a journey through his career, which includes working on more than 1500 commercials, what it takes to be a production designer, and his tips on how to be successful in this position. Jerry will bring us into the world of his prop rental and fabrication house, and we’ll discuss the state of today’s film, small screen, and commercial industries. To learn more about Jerry and look at some of the work his done throughout his distinguished career, check out the below links: http://jerryblohm.com/ https://movieproprentals.net/ Jerry Blohm IMDB Page

"Cave's Fable" during the "Days of Darkness with special guest Magaly Pefig

We are joined by the super-talented director, writer, and actor Magaly Pefig. As she prefers, Maggie will share how she got into acting when she was young and continued to hone her craft as an actress. We'll talk about how she extended her artistic boundaries by writing, producing, directing, and acting in two films she made during COVID. Pandemic. Maggie and our host will also have some deep discussions about what it means to be an artist and what inspires people and try to figure out where we all fit in on this planet. Maggie will also share some exciting projects that she is working on and when and where you can see them. To learn more about Magaly Pefig, check out the below Links: Magaly Pefig IMDB Page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0702256/ Magaly Pefig Instagram Page: Instagram @magalypefig

A modern day renaissance man with special guest Bryan Thompson

We were fortunate to have filmmaker and founder of the "Miami Web Fest," Bryan Thompson, stop by the Cinema Pathway Podcast just hours before the premiere of his latest film, Dirt. Bryan shared with us how we went from singing in high school in Michigan to becoming an accomplished writer, director, producer, and actor in Miami, FL. We'll talk about the challenge and rewards for tackling controversial topics in films and why the up-and-coming filmmakers should take on more of these topics and risks, and how he then moved into comedy. He'll share what led him to create the "Miami Web Fest" and what it's like to be awarded the Key to the City of Miami. Learn more about Bryan and his work at the Links:Bryan G. Thompson IMDB PageBryan G. Thompson's Instagram PageIMANI Filmshttps://www.miamiwebfest.com/

The business of entertainment with Special guest! Entertainment Lawyer Sofia Stanley

We are joined today by Sofia Stanley. Sofia will take our listeners on her journey from England to New England, Washington DC to Hollywood, California, and then Hollywood, Florida. She’ll share stories of how she got her foot in the door as entertainment and educate our viewers on what opportunities they should look for if they want to do the same. We’ll have an important discussion about copyright, how artists must protect their work, and why transparency is the new currency. Learn more about Sofia and her new endeavors by connecting with her at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sofia-stanley-7127204/

The future of filmmaking is, maybe not making films with Nathan Mikita

Fernando Guliian will introduce a great episode celebrating Father's Day. Cinema Pathway, we continue the conversation around the education of filmmakers. Our guest Nathan Mikita is a film professor and a filmmaker and has worked across several visual mediums, from theater to film and what can be described as new media. Next, we talk about making content beyond films; whether for commercials, social media, or websites and how, when we stop and think about it, we are surrounded by all this content. Finally, we’ll dive into who is making it and what opportunities are for content creators beyond making films.

School is in, the Television Studio: With special guest Jim Guaracsi

Our guest this week is award-winning educator and filmmaker Jim Guarasci. He will share with our listeners his journey from working behind the camera to the classroom and into his current position as an Executive Producer with the Broward Education Communications Network (BECON). He will talk about how he is introducing and nurturing students in the art of content creation and filmmaking, what some of the essential skills they are learning, and where that leads them. Jim will also talk about the different productions that he and his students create and air. You can find some of these shows at the below links as well as more information about BECON TV: Short Cuts: A television show featuring student-produced video creations from South Florida high schools. https://www.becon.tv/shortcuts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTD1DQtl3WI School Duel: A high school quiz show. https://www.schoolduel.tv/ BECON TV https://www.becon.tv/

Behind the scenes & also leading the future of filmmaking with Lerue Sarvis Jr.

On this memorial day, we proudly present one of our memorable episodes from season one with our special guest and veteran Lerue Sarvis Jr., A renaissance Man: Defined as someone with many talents or areas of knowledge. Not so common, Servant Leader: focuses primarily on the growth and well-being of people and the communities to which they belong. His life to this point has been a pretty incredible journey. From very humble beginnings to serving in the United States Navy, becoming a police officer, entering the film industry, and going even further by creating ways to give back and educate future filmmakers. I am pleased to welcome Lerue Sarvis Jr.
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