Musicbed Podcast

In the final episode of the Musicbed Podcast, the VFX legend discusses the dangers of limiting your inspiration and the importance of making audiences believe the unbelievable.

Whether it's writing acclaimed narratives or directing award-winning content for global brands like Nike, McDonald's, and adidas, writer/director Elle Brooks-Tao's fresh approach to filmmaking prioritizes pushing the boundaries and bringing untold stories to light.

Talking Points:

• Working with James Cameron and Martin Scorsese
• Going behind the scenes of The Aviator, Titanic, and more
• Feeling something always transmutes into the work
• The only way to get what you want: walk into it
• Never cut anything unless it wows you
• Taking inspiration from what's never been done

Show Notes:

• Hugo (2011) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0970179/
• The Twilight Zone (TV Series 1959–1964) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0052520/
• Apollo 13 (1995) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112384/
• Titanic (1997) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120338/
• Armageddon (1998) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120591/
• Cast Away (2000) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0162222/
• The Aviator (2004) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0338751/
• Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles (1994) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0110148/
• Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (TV Series 1993–1999) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0106145/
• John Sayles – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000626/
• Tom Hanks – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000158/
• Philadelphia (1993) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107818/
• Forrest Gump (1994) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0109830/
• James Cameron – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000116/
• Martin Scorsese – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000217/
• Avatar (2009) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0499549/
• MotionBuilder – https://www.autodesk.com/products/motionbuilder/overview
• Leonardo DiCaprio – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000138/
• Alita: Battle Angel (2019) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0437086/
• The Lion King (2019) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6105098/
• The Jungle Book (2016) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3040964/
• Caleb Deschanel – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0221042/
• Unreal Engine – https://www.unrealengine.com/
• Beach Boys – https://thebeachboys.com/
• Brian Wilson – https://www.brianwilson.com/
• Ray Harryhausen – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0366063/
• Godzilla (1954) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0047034/
• 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0062622/
• Ron Howard – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000165/

Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠musicbed.com⁠⁠⁠⁠.

About Musicbed: Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We’re a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.

In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, director Elle Brooks-Tao discusses the value of creating vulnerable work, protecting your creativity at all costs, and why filmmakers should never shy away from the comment section.

Whether it's writing acclaimed narratives or directing award-winning content for global brands like Nike, McDonald's, and adidas, writer/director Elle Brooks-Tao's fresh approach to filmmaking prioritizes pushing the boundaries and bringing untold stories to light.

Talking Points:

• Navigating the ethics of filming real people
• Maintaining good mental health
• Adopting an unapologetic approach
• Accepting filmmaking as a form of manipulation
• Taking keyboard criticism with a grain of salt
• Creativity runs on rejection—not approval

Show Notes:

• Khalid Mohtaseb–https://www.khalidmohtaseb.com/
• Jon Bregel–https://jonathanbregel.com/
• Why We Wake (2017)–http://ellebrookstao.com/whywewake
• Buffalo Wild Wings "Watching"–https://vimeo.com/222082743
• Bardot (2023)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19001296/
• Alejandro González Iñárritu–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0327944/
• Birdman (2014)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2562232/
• Free Solo (2018)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7775622/
• Clair Popkin–http://clairpopkin.com/
• My Octopus Teacher (2020)–https://www.netflix.com/title/81045007
• Women Talking (2022)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13669038/
• Frances McDormand–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000531/
• Rooney Mara–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1913734/
• Drive (2011)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0780504/
• Ryan Gosling–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0331516/
• Sundance Film Festival–https://festival.sundance.org/
• Justin Chon–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2014390/
• Blue Bayou (2021)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11121664
• Blue Valentine (2010)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1120985/
• Insomnia (2023)–https://vimeo.com/799152002
• Rick Rubin–https://www.instagram.com/rickrubin/?hl=en
• All Quiet on the Western Front (2022)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1016150/
• The Lighthouse (2019)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7984734/
• Diego Contreras–http://www.thisisdiego.net/
• Samm Hodges–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3280275/
• A21–https://www.a21.org/
• ZeroZeroZero (2020)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8332438/

Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠musicbed.com⁠⁠⁠.

About Musicbed: Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We’re a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.

In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, Drea provides a behind-the-scenes look at Sundance from a programming POV and what filmmakers need to know about submitting their films.

Programmer/producer Drea Clark has been a fixture of the festival circuit for almost 20 years, serving at Sundance Film Festival, the LA Film Festival, Slamdance Film Festival, and more. She’s also produced three features, music videos, web series, and a TV pilot directed by Charlie Day.

Talking Points:

• The importance of original, consistent storytelling
• A-list talent isn't always an advantage
• Art is subjective and so is rejection
• Submit a short over a proof of concept
• No one's buying your excuses for bad sound
• A good programmer finds filmmakers to champion

Show Notes:

• Slamdance Film Festival – https://slamdance.com/festival/
• Sundance Film Festival – https://festival.sundance.org/
• LA Film Festival – https://www.filmindependent.org/la-film-festival/
• Bentonville Film Festival – https://bentonvillefilm.org/
• Napoleon Dynamite (2004) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0374900/
• Damien Chazelle – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3227090/
• Whiplash (2014) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2582802/
• Chanshi – https://festival.sundance.org/program/films/indie-episodic
• IndieGoGo – https://www.indiegogo.com/
• Kickstarter – https://www.kickstarter.com/
• Kim Yutani – https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-yutani-aaba3520a
• Catalyst Films – https://www.catalyst-films.com/
• Directors Lab – https://directorslab.com/home/
• Ann Arbor Film Festival – https://www.aafilmfest.org/
• Ain't Them Bodies Saints (2013) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2388637/
• David Lowery – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1108007/
• Ben Foster – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3244731/
• Strawberry Mansion (2021) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11398346/
• Kentucker Audley – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2310589/
• The Killing of Two Lovers (2020) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10702148/
• Film Independent Spirit Awards – https://www.filmindependent.org/spirit-awards/
• Aftersun (2022) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19770238/
• Stan Brakhage – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0104132/

Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: ⁠⁠musicbed.com⁠⁠.

About Musicbed:Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We’re a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.

In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, Young Replicant explores the value of replacing early confidence with technique and discusses why filmmakers should own their weaknesses and weirdness.

Young Replicant (AKA Alex Takács) is known for his high concepts and visual poetry. He’s directed videos for Lorde, Alt-J, and Flying Lotus and worked with brands like Sprite and Adidas.

Talking Points:

• Never settling on one technique
• Accepting weaknesses and weirdness as strengths
• Growing up around filmmaking
• Stripping treatments down the essentials
• Using style as a message
• Working with intention as your only plan

Show Notes:

• Tibor Takács – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0847749/
• The Gate (1987) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093075/
• Sabrina the Teenage Witch (1996) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0117534
• Cinfex Magazine – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinefex
• Ergatta – https://ergatta.com/
• Ergatta - Game On – https://vimeo.com/659831991
• Andrew Levy – https://www.pda.inc/
• Sam Wilkes – https://www.pda.inc/
• Sam Dew – https://www.instagram.com/sam_dew/?hl=en
• Sam Dew "MOONLIT FOOLS" – https://imvdb.com/n/young-replicant
• Frank Mobilio – https://frankmobilio.com/
• Joe Nankin – https://www.joenankin.com/
• M83, "We Own The Sky" – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWsUNbdc5IM
• Animal Collective – https://myanimalhome.net/
• Iamamiwhoami – https://ionnalee.com/?lang=en_US
• The Seven Faces of Jane (2022) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15345936/
• Julian Acosta – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10640147/
• Roman Coppola – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0178910/
• The Director's Bureau – https://thedirectorsbureau.com/
• Chris Chang – https://thedirectorsbureau.com/contact/
• Bentonville Film Festival – https://bentonvillefilm.org/

Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: ⁠musicbed.com⁠.

About Musicbed:
Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We’re a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.

In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, Aguirre discusses advertising's much-needed identity awakening, the cinematic value of diegetic sound, and the difference between selling out and buying time.

Leo Aguirre (Stink Films) has worked with name brands like Levi’s, Nike, Spotify, and more. His short films have screened at Cannes and SXSW, and have garnered countless award nominations. Leo is currently working on his first feature film.

Talking Points:

• Not allowing work to be a self-reflection
• The pros of being the stupidest person in the room
• Treating character identity with care
• The difference in selling out and buying time
• The cinematic value of diegetic sound
• Why chasing fame is always a mistake

Show Notes:

• Danyal Niazi – https://www.danyalniazi.com/
  River Tiber "Hypnotized" – https://youtu.be/q8Vg16Yu-5A
• Red Wing Not on Sale (Commercial page) – https://www.danyalniazi.com/red-wing-not-on-sale-2
• Aftersun (2022) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19770238/
• Charlotte Wells – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3834799/
• Martin Scorsese – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000217/
• Hannah (2017) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4432006/
• Charlotte Rampling – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001648/
• Triangle of Sadness (2022) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7322224/
• Y tu mamá también (2001) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0245574/
• Biutiful (2010) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1164999/
• Sin Nombre (2009) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1127715/
• Cary Joji Fukunaga – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1560977/
• Victoria para chino (2004) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0428017/
• Prisoners (2013) – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1392214/
• Steve McQueen – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000537/
• Ian Pons Jewell – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3230157/

Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: ⁠musicbed.com⁠.

About Musicbed:
Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We’re a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.

In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, Rayka Zehtabchi and Sam Davis take us back to their kismet encounter in film school, why the story should always top the script, and what it’s really like to win an Oscar.

Talking Points:

• The excitement (and anxiety) of winning an Oscar
• Exploring the changing landscape of short film
• Sharpening your skills with short films
• Why documentary filmmaking demands discomfort
• Prioritizing good storytelling over a solid script
• Navigating narrative with a documentary approach

Show Notes:

• University of Southern California Cinematic Arts — https://cinema.usc.edu/
• Period. End of Sentence. (2018) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6939026/
• Sundance Institute — https://www.sundance.org/
• SXSW Film Festival — https://www.sxsw.com/festivals/film/
• Tribeca Festival — https://tribecafilm.com/festival
• Cleveland International Film Festival — https://www.clevelandfilm.org/
• AFI Fest — https://fest.afi.com/
• Moiz Tarwadi — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10533814/
• The Pad Project — https://thepadproject.org/
• Christian Bale — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000288/
• Rami Malek — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1785339/
• Frances McDormand — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000531/
• Are You Still There? (2021) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13281862/

Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: ⁠musicbed.com⁠.

About Musicbed:
Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We’re a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.

In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, Calmatic shares his experiences collaborating with Kendrick Lamar, Anderson .Paak, and Lil Nas X, and explains why creating selfishly is crucial to a filmmaker’s ongoing success.

Talking Points:

• A fan-first working approach with Kendrick Lamar
• Embracing his identity as a music-lover who films
• Carrying the creative baggage of directing remakes
• Utilizing the DMs to call first dibs on filming
• Creating a shorthand with collaborators
• Teaching the world your filmmaking language

Show Notes:

• The Black Album by Jay-Z — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Black_Album_(Jay-Z_album)
• Illmatic by Nas — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illmatic
• “Rich Spirit” by Kendrick Lamar — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toBTPGfurLc
• Dave Free — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7873890/
• “Cut You Off (To Grow Closer)” by Kendrick Lamar — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgASe3CIw9E
• “Monster Freestyle” by Kendrick Lamar — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QedYOu1hmwQ
• “The Heart Part 5” by Kendrick Lamar — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAPUkgeiFVY
• Anderson .Paak — https://andersonpaak.com/
• Tyler, the Creator — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyler,_the_Creator
• Suga Free — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suga_Free
• Arthur Jafa — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0415409/
• Allen Iverson Crossing Up Michael Jordan — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C977RCbuqFk
• Eminem — https://www.eminem.com/
• “Bubblin” by Anderson .Paak — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PmUtmfTmbg
• Bananas — https://www.instagram.com/bananasnetwork/?hl=en
• “Suede” by Anderson .Paak — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNTNbNtft9g
• “Come Down” by Anderson .Paak — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-OqrcUvrbRY
• Issa Rae — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4793987/
• Salvador Dali Photographed by Charles Hewitt for Getty — https://time.com/4318151/salvador-dali/
• “Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2Ov5jzm3j8
• Stagecoach Festival — https://www.stagecoachfestival.com/
• House Party (2023) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8005118/
• White Men Can’t Jump (2023) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6436620/
• "Mo Money Mo Problems" by The Notorious B.I.G. — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUhRKVIjJtw
• Ma$e — https://www.instagram.com/rsvpmase/?hl=en
• Diddy — https://www.instagram.com/diddy/?hl=en
• Woody Harrelson — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000437/
• Martin Scorsese — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000217/
• Childish Gambino — https://www.instagram.com/childishgambino/?hl=en
• Donald Glover — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2255973/
• Steven Glover — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8420549/
• Jamal Olori — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8440165/
• SpringHill Company — https://www.springhillcompany.com/
• Malcolm X (1992) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104797/
• They Cloned Tyrone (2023) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9873892/
• Jamie Foxx — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004937/
• John Boyega — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3915784/
• Stephen “Dr” Love — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5533924/
• “Energy” by Iman Omari — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd6ZN5DEbHw
• Show Your Work! by Austin Kleon — https://austinkleon.com/show-your-work/
• Forrest Gump (1994) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0109830/

Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: ⁠musicbed.com⁠.

About Musicbed: Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We’re a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.

Ricky Staub and Dan Walser have worked on commercial and narrative projects for iconic brands like Nike, Coca-Cola, Google, and Netflix. And, perhaps most importantly, they've become a powerful force for change as advocates for the formerly incarcerated in their hometown of Philadelphia.

In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, Neighborhood Film Co. co-founders Ricky Staub and Dan Walser, along with Range Media Partners co-founder Michael "Coop" Cooper, discuss the life-changing impact of 'Concrete Cowboy', using anxiety to your advantage, and why authenticity demands a solid understanding of your identity beyond filmmaking.

Talking Points:

• How anxiety keeps you authentic
• The value of staying one step ahead
• The folly of carrying irrational confidence
• Why you should spreadsheet every shot
• Embracing your identity beyond filmmaking
• Not letting processes define you

Show Notes:

• Neighborhood Film Co. on Vimeo — https://vimeo.com/neighborhoodfilmco
• Concrete Cowboy on IMDB — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8846176/
• Idris Elba on IMDB — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0252961/
• The Cage — https://www.filmsupply.com/films/the-cage/
• On Directing Nonactors: The Bold Decisions Behind ‘The Cage’ — https://musicbed.com/blog/filmmaking/directing/on-directing-nonactors-the-bold-decisions-behind-filmsupply-presents-the-cage
• Directing for Special Effects on ‘The Cage’ — https://www.filmsupply.com/articles/directing-for-special-effects-on-the-cage/
• Black River — https://www.smhulse.com/black-river.html
• The Sopranos — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0141842/
• Boardwalk Empire — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0979432/
• Band of Brothers — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0185906/
• Game of Thrones — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0944947/
• Oldboy (2003) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0364569/
• Oldboy (2013) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1321511/
• Slap Shot — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0076723/
• Rookie Of The Year — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107985/
• Top Gun — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092099/
• Dune (1984) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087182/
• Dune (2021) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1160419/
• Heavyweights (1995) — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0110006/
• XFINITY // Shipyard — https://vimeo.com/171625920
• John Wick — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2911666/
• Smuggler — https://smuggler.xyz/
• Academy Nicholl Fellowships — https://www.oscars.org/nicholl
• Give and Go Athletics — https://www.giveandgoathletics.org/
• ‘Concrete Cowboy’ True Story: What To Know About the Fletcher Street Riders — https://decider.com/2021/04/02/concrete-cowboy-true-story-fletcher-street-riders/
• Listen to Neighborhood Film Co.'s favorite songs on Musicbed — https://www.musicbed.com/playlists/ne...
• Musicbed Podcast — https://linktr.ee/musicbed

Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: ⁠musicbed.com⁠.

About Musicbed: Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We’re a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.

Director Lloyd Lee Choi’s most recent work, ‘Same Old,’ premiered at the 75th Cannes Film Festival—and it was the only US film accepted in the lineup. In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, Lloyd revisits his life-changing experience at Cannes, offers actionable advice on effective pitching, and explores how embracing uncertainty can be the key to inspiring your best ideas. ___ The Musicbed Podcast Hear industry-leading directors, DPs, and producers share stories and insight while revealing how creativity impacts their identities. Featuring topics like working with Apple TV+ and Netflix. Winning Sundance and Cannes. Breaking through. Leveling up. Falling on your face. Hosted by Director Christian Shultz. Brought to you by Musicbed, the leading music licensing platform for TV and Film. ___ Talking Points: • His life-changing Cannes experience • The power of stepping away • Why filmmakers should be paid for pitches • Nothing matters without a unique angle • The creative impact of on-set hospitality • Why ambiguity is your best storytelling tool ___

Show Notes: • Lloyd Lee Choi—https://www.lloydleechoi.com/ • Same Old—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16226770/ • Norm Li—http://norm-li.com/ • Division7—https://www.divisionseven.com/ • Atlanta—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4288182/ • Tár—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14444726/ • City of God—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0317248/ • Hirokazu Koreeda—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0466153/

• Read more about our podcast with Lloyd Lee Choi- https://musicbed.com/blog/films/podcast/006-lloyd-lee-choi-the-creative-power-of-uncertainty • Musicbed Podcast — linktr.ee/musicbed Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: musicbed.com. ___ About Musicbed: Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We’re a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.

Director//DP Camila Cornelsen has helmed series for HBO and Disney. She's worked with top brands like Nike, Apple, and Vogue, and she’s a go-to resource for agencies and production companies like Wieden+Kennedy, R/GA, and F/Nazca Saatchi & Saatchi.

In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, Camila reveals her creative path from Brazilian festival musician to photographer to respected director who works as her own DP. Other topics include the art of truly becoming one with your camera and directing Dolly Parton and Doja Cat for a Taco Bell musical she shot on her iPhone.

• Working as director and DP simultaneously
• Mastering motion-based camera moves
• Making your way without film school
• Building a team that always has your back
• Vertical video vs. horizontal
• The still image’s value to filmmaking

Camila Cornelsen on Vimeo—https://vimeo.com/camilacornelsen
Camila Cornelsen official site—https://camilacornelsen.com/
Mexican Pizza: The Musical—www.youtube.com/watch?v=5odcQsDqhOA
Todxs Nós (HBO)—  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11212828/
Copacabana Club—https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Jc794iJjp6CeNmHVy63OO
Greg Fraser—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0292132/
The Batman—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1877830/
Alfred Hitchcock—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000033/
Spike Jonze—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005069/
Iggy Pop—https://everyloser.iggypop.com/?ref=https://www.google.com/
Musicbed Podcast—linktr.ee/musicbed

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Jim Cummings is the producer/director/writer/actor behind acclaimed feature and short films like Thunder Road, The Wolf of Snow Hollow, and The Beta Test. His work has garnered multiple Grand Jury Prize nominations and wins at both Sundance and SXSW.

In episode #004 of the Musicbed Podcast, Jim offers empowering advice for filmmakers attempting to break into Hollywood on their own terms  Topics include finding allies among industry gatekeepers, making the most out of DIY distribution, and the years-long journey to overnight success.

• The reality of the Hollywood machine
• Bootstrapping your own success
• Capitalizing on new-found clout
• The secrets of DIY distribution
• The positive impact of "summer camp" sets
• The Sundance/SXSW/Cannes experience

Thunder Road—https://vimeo.com/174957219
The Beta Test—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11738830/
The Wolf of Snow Hollow—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11140488
David Fincher—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000399/
Alien 3—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0103644/
David Gordon Green—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0337773/
Halloween Kills—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10665338/
Sundance2016—https://vimeo.com/173868076
The Robbery—https://vimeo.com/205973976
Lil Dicky—https://www.youtube.com/@LilDickyRap/videos
Musicbed Podcast—linktr.ee/musicbed

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Director Jared Malik Royal has worked for brands like Hypebeast, Mercedes-Benz, and Levi’s. He’s directed videos and teasers for artists Samm Henshaw, Daniel Caesar, Bryan Senti, and more.

In episode #003 of the Musicbed Podcast, Jared shares the value of staying present in an age of distractions. Topics include the real-life hope found in sci-fi world-building, the meaningful differences between art and content, and why creatives might be thinking the wrong way about AI.

• Jared Malik Royal—https://www.jaredmroyal.com/
• Alien—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078748/
• The Fifth Element—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119116/
• Blade—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120611/
• Heal—https://www.jaredmroyal.com/project-tape-heal
• DALL·E 2—https://openai.com/dall-e-2/
• Musicbed Podcast—linktr.ee/musicbed
• Listen to Jared Malik Royal's favorite songs on Musicbed— https://musicbed.com/playlists/jared-malik-royal/4206
• Read more about our podcast with Jared Malik Royal: https://musicbed.com/blog/films/podcast/musicbed-podcast-003-with-director-jared-malik-royal

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Eliot Rausch is one of the most in-demand directors in the industry. His rise to acclaim was quick and unconventional, and his outlook remains undeniably unique.

In episode #002 of the Musicbed Podcast, Eliot offers creatives a master class in navigating the intersection of vulnerability and vision. Topics include finding acceptance as an outsider, overcoming imposter syndrome, and how he uses difficult raw emotions to his advantage.

• Eliot Rausch—http://www.eliotrausch.com
• How to Win Friends and Influence People—https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/How_to_Win_Friends_and_Influence_People
• Last Minutes With ODEN—https://vimeo.com/8191217
• Alejandro Iñárritu—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0327944/
• The Revenant—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1663202/
• Unbreakable—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0217869/
• A World Unseen—https://youtu.be/pJfTfsXFbLk
• Breathing Underwater—https://vimeo.com/94936857
• Chad—https://vimeo.com/groups/686279/videos/187759429
• Unique—https://vimeo.com/187759430
• Musicbed Podcast—linktr.ee/musicbed

Listen to Eliot Rausch's favorite songs on Musicbed — https://musicbed.com/playlists/eliot-rausch/4192

Read more about our podcast with Eliot Rausch — https://musicbed.com/blog/films/podcast/002-eliot-rausch-on-turning-your-unique-pov-into-your-superpower

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DP Natalie Kingston’s most recent work is the acclaimed Apple TV+ series, Black Bird.

In episode #001 of the Musicbed Podcast, Natalie discusses navigating the show’s accelerated interview and pre-production process, shares the value of trusting yourself when up against the clock, and offers advice for shooting with intention, getting the most from every rep, and doing a lot with very little.

Show Notes:

• Natalie Kingston — https://www.nataliekingston.com/
• Black Bird — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4301160/
• Solar Driftwood — https://vimeo.com/409671696
• Michaël Roskam — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1742427/
• Dennis Lehane — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1212331/
• Lost Bayou — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7974156/
• The Musicbed Podcast — linktr.ee/musicbed
• Read more about our podcast with Natalie Kingston — https://musicbed.com/blog/films/podcast/natalie-kingston-filming-apple-tv-series
• Listen to Natalie Kingston's favorite songs on Musicbed — https://www.musicbed.com/playlists/natalie-kingston

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