
Join us on Half the Picture as your host Billy Barnell sits down with a different filmmaker, actor, or artist each episode for a relaxed, revealing conversation. Get the full picture on some of the most talented and noteworthy folks in showbiz and the long and winding roads of their careers. Expect candid stories, creative insights, and regular detours into the weird and wonderful corners of the f... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 51 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film InterviewsTV & Film | |||

Half the Picture’s guest this episode is Jamali Maddix, the hilarious and insightful comedian perhaps best known for his stand-up, his appearances on shows such as Never Mind the Buzzcocks and 8 Out of 10 Cats as well as his work on bold documentary ... more
Half the Picture's guest this episode is Mark Gatiss, the wonderful actor and writer perhaps best known for his work on projects such as 'Doctor Who', 'Sherlock', 'The League of Gentlemen' and now the latest series of 'Bookish' amongst so many other ... more
Half the Picture's guests this episode are James Briefel and George Pundek, the guys behind the brilliant Pulp Kitchen podcast, dedicated to the love of Film & TV and creating a space to share and develop an interest in film, whilst offering reviews,... more
Half the Picture’s guest this episode is Karla Crome, the brilliant writer responsible for scripting the new Sky Atlantic horror show ‘Possession’ as well as lighting up the screen as an actor with her memorable turns as Jess in ‘Misfits’, Nell in ‘S... more
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This is such a great interview. Thanks so much
In an age of sprawling conversational dross, this podcast has well researched questions for fantastic and interesting guests resulting in some enlightening and witty (I hasten to say ‘content’ because everything is content nowadays, but you know what I’m saying…) interview content.
Looking forward to see who they can ‘reel’ in next.
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A relaxed, in-depth conversation style with a focus on filmmaking, acting, and the broader world of cinema. Episodes typically feature candid career reflections, process notes on directing, editing, composing, and acting, as well as behind-the-scenes stories from high-profile productions and indie projects. Guests range from directors and actors to composers and multi-hyphenates, with frequent emphasis on collaboration, risk-taking, and the realities of making art on budgets of all sizes. The show often surfaces practical insights for creatives, along with colorful anecdotes and cultural observations that make the craft feel approachable and alive.
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Recent guests on Half the Picture include:
1. Karla Crome
2. Josh Radnor
3. Chris Swedemason
4. Kimberley Nixon
5. Bobcat Goldthwait
6. Tyler Bates
7. Patrick Willems
8. Steven Moffat
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