In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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Το περιεχόμενο παρέχεται από το Geoffrey D Calhoun. Όλο το περιεχόμενο podcast, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των επεισοδίων, των γραφικών και των περιγραφών podcast, μεταφορτώνεται και παρέχεται απευθείας από τον Geoffrey D Calhoun ή τον συνεργάτη της πλατφόρμας podcast. Εάν πιστεύετε ότι κάποιος χρησιμοποιεί το έργο σας που προστατεύεται από πνευματικά δικαιώματα χωρίς την άδειά σας, μπορείτε να ακολουθήσετε τη διαδικασία που περιγράφεται εδώ https://el.player.fm/legal.
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Ep 204 - Foil with Zach Green & Devin O'Rourke
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Το περιεχόμενο παρέχεται από το Geoffrey D Calhoun. Όλο το περιεχόμενο podcast, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των επεισοδίων, των γραφικών και των περιγραφών podcast, μεταφορτώνεται και παρέχεται απευθείας από τον Geoffrey D Calhoun ή τον συνεργάτη της πλατφόρμας podcast. Εάν πιστεύετε ότι κάποιος χρησιμοποιεί το έργο σας που προστατεύεται από πνευματικά δικαιώματα χωρίς την άδειά σας, μπορείτε να ακολουθήσετε τη διαδικασία που περιγράφεται εδώ https://el.player.fm/legal.
*This interview was recorded before the WGA strikes began.
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Introduction:
- Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun
- Instagram @screenwriterpod
- YouTube @thesuccessfulscreenwriter
- Guests: Filmmakers Zach Green and Devin O’Rourke
- Film: Foil
- Logline: An unusual piece of foil with potential alien origin causes a rift between two former best friends camping in the California desert.
- Meet Zach Green and Devin O’Rourke:
- Geoffrey D. Calhoun introduces Zach Green and Devin O’Rourke, the dynamic duo behind the buddy comedy film "Foil."
- Overview of Zach and Devin's background, their journey into filmmaking, and their collaborative ventures.
- The Genesis of 'Foil':
- In-depth exploration of the creative process behind writing and directing the buddy comedy "Foil."
- Zach and Devin share insights into the inception of the story, character development, and the comedic elements that make "Foil" unique.
- Writing Comedy Gold:
- Discussion on the specific writing techniques employed to craft humor in "Foil."
- Insights into the challenges and joys of writing a buddy comedy, including the dynamics between characters and the importance of comedic timing.
- Directing the Laughs:
- Devin O’Rourke discusses the directorial approach taken to bring the comedic vision of "Foil" to life.
- Collaboration with the cast, navigating the challenges of a comedy set, and ensuring the humor translates from script to screen.
- Foil's Impact on Filmmaking:
- Explore the impact of "Foil" on the filmmaking landscape, both in terms of audience reception and its contribution to the buddy comedy genre.
- Zach and Devin's perspective on the evolving expectations of comedy audiences.
- Behind the Scenes Anecdotes:
- The hosts delve into behind-the-scenes anecdotes, memorable moments, and challenges faced during the production of "Foil."
- Stories that showcase the camaraderie between the creators and the cast.
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Ep 204 - Foil with Zach Green & Devin O'Rourke
The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting Podcast
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Το περιεχόμενο παρέχεται από το Geoffrey D Calhoun. Όλο το περιεχόμενο podcast, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των επεισοδίων, των γραφικών και των περιγραφών podcast, μεταφορτώνεται και παρέχεται απευθείας από τον Geoffrey D Calhoun ή τον συνεργάτη της πλατφόρμας podcast. Εάν πιστεύετε ότι κάποιος χρησιμοποιεί το έργο σας που προστατεύεται από πνευματικά δικαιώματα χωρίς την άδειά σας, μπορείτε να ακολουθήσετε τη διαδικασία που περιγράφεται εδώ https://el.player.fm/legal.
*This interview was recorded before the WGA strikes began.
Introduction:
https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books
Join our community and become a member for free
--> https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com
…
continue reading
Introduction:
- Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun
- Instagram @screenwriterpod
- YouTube @thesuccessfulscreenwriter
- Guests: Filmmakers Zach Green and Devin O’Rourke
- Film: Foil
- Logline: An unusual piece of foil with potential alien origin causes a rift between two former best friends camping in the California desert.
- Meet Zach Green and Devin O’Rourke:
- Geoffrey D. Calhoun introduces Zach Green and Devin O’Rourke, the dynamic duo behind the buddy comedy film "Foil."
- Overview of Zach and Devin's background, their journey into filmmaking, and their collaborative ventures.
- The Genesis of 'Foil':
- In-depth exploration of the creative process behind writing and directing the buddy comedy "Foil."
- Zach and Devin share insights into the inception of the story, character development, and the comedic elements that make "Foil" unique.
- Writing Comedy Gold:
- Discussion on the specific writing techniques employed to craft humor in "Foil."
- Insights into the challenges and joys of writing a buddy comedy, including the dynamics between characters and the importance of comedic timing.
- Directing the Laughs:
- Devin O’Rourke discusses the directorial approach taken to bring the comedic vision of "Foil" to life.
- Collaboration with the cast, navigating the challenges of a comedy set, and ensuring the humor translates from script to screen.
- Foil's Impact on Filmmaking:
- Explore the impact of "Foil" on the filmmaking landscape, both in terms of audience reception and its contribution to the buddy comedy genre.
- Zach and Devin's perspective on the evolving expectations of comedy audiences.
- Behind the Scenes Anecdotes:
- The hosts delve into behind-the-scenes anecdotes, memorable moments, and challenges faced during the production of "Foil."
- Stories that showcase the camaraderie between the creators and the cast.
https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com/books
Join our community and become a member for free
--> https://www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com
240 επεισόδια
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