Behind the Takes: Recent Episodes
Behind The Takes
Behind The Takes is a weekly film and tv podcast featuring insightful discussions with a variety of creatives - from filmmakers to festival movers and shakers, and beyond.
Join us, an eclectic group of film enthusiasts from around the world, as we dive into industry conversations with a purpose (and some laughs) to explore what lies behind the screen.
Join Ashley and Bianca as they interview Liz Chege. Liz is the current festival director at Africa in Motion Film Festival and in today's interview we discuss the impacts that the COVID-19 pandemic had on Africa in Motion Film Festival and Liz’s plans for the festival post-pandemic.
Ashley, Bianca, and Chang interview Aberdeen based composer and songwriter Jen Athan. Jen discusses her career producing a variety of different genres, creating atmospheres through music, the difference between production and composition, and working with Bianca on mental health focused short film Coexisting. Find her on IG @jen_athan or on jenathan.com
Ashley and Bianca interview LA based filmmaker Amanda Kramer, exploring the creative process behind psychological thriller Ladyworld. Amanda shares her unconventional route to directing, and delves into the importance of making bold choices in her filmmaking style within sound, makeup and casting. Find her on afilmbyamandakramer.com
Ashley and Newton are joined by filmmaker Emily Ellis, as they delve into the ramifications of capitalism on creativity. They discuss the creative process behind Emily’s latest stop motion animation Sometimes Nothing is Heaviest, crowdsourcing ideas, Wes Anderson and flamingo butts. Find her on IG @littledirtbigroad or at createdwithoutfear.com