On Her Terms: Interviews with Women in Film: Recent Episodes
Katherine Tolentino
Awesome women filmmakers reveal how they "made it" in the film industry, and their struggles along the way. A handy survival guide for your own career in movies & tv.
Hosted by Katherine Tolentino, writer/director earning her MFA in Brooklyn, NY.
After graduating from USC film school, Soo Hugh had a difficult time landing a job, and describes herself at that time as "over[educated], underqualified." But after landing a job as an assistant, she was able to write her first script, submitted it to a fellowship, and from that, found a manager. Since then, she's been steadily climbing the ranks in the TV world, and is now in charge of Apple TV's forthcoming series "Pachinko."
About the Music in this Episode: Track Name: Number Wunder Artist: Miseryslims Courtesy of: FreeMusicArchive.org Creative Commons
Amy Lynn began her film career as a PA on a low-budget horror film about a killer lawnmower. 30 years later, she's a seasoned 1st AD and DGA member, most recently wrapping on "Like Father," a comedy written & directed by Lauren Miller-Rogen, starring Seth Rogen, Kelsey Grammar and Kristen Bell. In this episode, Amy looks back on her career with wit and wisdom.
Information about the music in this episode: "UnUsual Fridays 002" - UnUsual https://soundcloud.com/thisisunusualmusic
Erica Rose is a KICKASS queer feminist filmmaker, who writes and directs her own shorts in addition to freelance assisting and producing. She began her career as a Director's Assistant and in just a few years, worked her way up to Associate Producer of the Netflix documentary "The Center Will Not Hold." She knows how to hustle, and how to keep a great attitude through it all. You can support & check out her work at www.sourpeachfilms.com.
Information about the Music in this Episode: "Chameleon" - Herbie Hancock Album: Head Hunters (1973)