Palm Trees, Production, and Possibility: Screenwriter & Producer Jaimie Engle on Florida’s Filmmaking Future
Screenwriter and producer Jaimie Engle explains why film production is about more than what appears on screen. From film tourism and local businesses to jobs, community investment, and hometown pride, she makes the case for keeping more stories connected to the places that inspire them
Cutting Deeper: Composer Volker Bertelmann on Finding the Tragic Heart of “Clayface”
Oscar-winning composer Volker Bertelmann reveals how he crafted the tragic, gothic soundscape of “Clayface,” balancing horror and heartbreak through strings, synths, and unsettling melodies that chart Matt Hagen's transformation into a monster.
License to Thrill: Robert Pattinson Emerges as a Surprise Bond Contender
Robert Pattinson has reportedly screen-tested for James Bond, adding one of Hollywood's most acclaimed actors to the race for 007. As Denis Villeneuve prepares a new chapter in the franchise, the star of “The Batman,” “Primetime,” and “The Odyssey” enters the conversation.
Making the Argument Sing: Editor Alan Baumgarten on Editing Aaron Sorkin’s “The Social Reckoning”
Oscar-nominated editor Alan Baumgarten takes us inside the making of “The Social Reckoning,” revealing how he and Aaron Sorkin crafted tension, emotional payoffs, and a powerful January 6 sequence while keeping the focus squarely on character.
Leveling Up “Street Fighter”: How Stunt Coordinator John Valera Turned Video Game Icons Into Real Fighters
From Hurricane Kicks to Spinning Bird Kicks, stunt coordinator John Valera reveals how he transformed the iconic moves, beloved fighters, and martial arts traditions of “Street Fighter” into cinematic action for stars Andrew Koji, Callina Liang, Jason Momoa, and more.
