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IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit

Chris O'Falt
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Interviews with leading film and TV creators about their process and craft. From screenwriting to film language to cinematography, we'll be examining the innovative ways today's best filmmakers are getting their visions out into the world.

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Latest Episodes

HBO's epic dragon war just wrapped its third season, and Showrunner and Co-Creator Ryan Condal sat down with IndieWire's Sarah Shachat to break down how they pull of multiple features worth of world building and action into a season of TV. Hear how t... more

Director Gregg Araki joins IndieWire features writer Jim Hemphill to talk about his latest film, “I Want Your Sex.” Araki discusses casting Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman, making sex fun again on screen, and making the most of the shortest schedule ... more

Writer and producer Nick Antosca joins IndieWire features writer Jim Hemphill to discuss his Apple TV series "Cape Fear," an adaptation of Martin Scorsese's 1991 thriller and the 1962 Robert Mitchum classic that inspired it. Antosca talks about build... more

For the third season of the gothic horror series, "Interview with the Vampire" got a new name and a new focus on undead rock & roll. The creator and showrunner of all three seasons joins IndieWire craft editor Sarah Shachat to sink their teeth into ... more

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Recent Guests

Gregg Araki
Director
Episode: 'I Want Your Sex' Director Gregg Araki
Nick Antosca
Writer/Producer of Cape Fear TV adaptation
Apple TV+ (Cape Fear adaptation)
Episode: 'Cape Fear' Creator Nick Antosca
Rolin Jones
Showrunner of Interview with the Vampire (The Vampire Lestat)
Interview with the Vampire (TV series)
Episode: 'The Vampire Lestat' Showrunner Rolin Jones
Ben Nedivi
Co-creator of Star City
Star City / For All Mankind
Episode: 'Star City' Creators Ben Nedivi & Matt Wolpert
Matt Wolpert
Co-creator of Star City
Star City / For All Mankind
Episode: 'Star City' Creators Ben Nedivi & Matt Wolpert
Ken Marino
Co-writer and actor in Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass
Film writer/director collaboration with David Wain
Episode: 'Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass' Writers David Wain & Ken Marino
David Wain
Co-writer and director of Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass
Co-writer/Director; notable works include Wet Hot American Summer, They Came Together, Role Models
Episode: 'Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass' Writers David Wain & Ken Marino
Olivia Wilde
Director and actor known for bringing The Invite to life
The Invite (film)
Episode: 'The Invite' Director Olivia Wilde
Jeff Tremaine
Co-originator of Jackass, director of Jackass films
Jackass / Paramount
Episode: 'Jackass: Best and Last' Director Jeff Tremaine

Hosts

Chris O'Falt
Host of Filmmaker Toolkit Podcast, writer and editor at IndieWire
Jim Hemphill
Host and Features Writer for IndieWire
Chris O'Fault
Host of Filmmaker Toolkit Podcast / Filmmaker Toolkit Podcast (variants in listing)

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 307 ratings
  • Don’t download

    I downloaded one episode of this podcast and now cannot get it to delete from my library. I listen to podcasts all the time and I know how the app works. This one refuses to go away and I regret downloading it. Apple won’t respond to the issue. Maybe the podcast makers will help.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    the sunboat
    United Statesa year ago
  • Indiewire best in the game

    Always a worthwhile and quality listen. They’re not chasing volume or clicks, just quality and you notice

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    great lakes matt
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent interviews

    This is a great concise and straight to the point podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KirkSandall
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Jonathan Glazer

    Fascinating interview! Understanding Glazer’s view is critical when watching this movie. Upends the whole holocaust trope.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    newsjunqui
    United States2 years ago
  • Top Level Interviewers

    You all always ask the right questions. Appreciate the thoughtfulness + preparation you bring to the interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    La Escuelita
    United States2 years ago

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Some listeners note audio quality issues but still value the insights.

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#100
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#127
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#189
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Talking Points

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'I Want Your Sex' Director Gregg Araki
Q: How did you approach casting for the lead roles, and what was it like working with Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman?
He emphasizes that casting is the core of his process; the chemistry read and gravitas of Cooper Hoffman, plus Wilde's fearless commitment, were essential to grounding the film's heightened world.
'I Want Your Sex' Director Gregg Araki
Q: When did you first become aware of Gen Z's attitudes toward sex, and what was going through your head?
Araki notes articles about Gen Z not having sex, which sparked him to reframe the story—flipping traditional power dynamics and centering futuredreams and anxieties about sex in a new context.
'Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass' Writers David Wain & Ken Marino
Q: Did you have a plan for seven days of writing, and did you stick to it?
Yes, the seven-day sprint was a structured exercise to force a complete first draft, followed by time away and later retooling to refine the piece.
'Star City' Creators Ben Nedivi & Matt Wolpert
Q: What was important to you in casting, and did anyone bring surprising takes that shifted your understanding of the characters?
Casting became as crucial as writing; the actors brought essential nuances that demanded adaptation in the scripts, with some performers reshaping their characters in ways we hadn't anticipated, which kept the writing flexible and energizing throughout production.
'Star City' Creators Ben Nedivi & Matt Wolpert
Q: I am curious how long you've had Star City in your minds and your hearts and then where spinning off the early seasons of For All Mankind started to feel like something you could really do.
We realized early on that the Soviet side offered rich storytelling through true stories and a unique antagonist to the American program; as we researched, it became clear there was a standalone world here, not just a spin-off, which encouraged us to push into it while maintaining a character-driven core.

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What is IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful interview series that centers on filmmakers, showrunners, and cinematographers, exploring craft, process, and the evolving language of cinema and television. Episodes frequently dive into writing choices, multi-camera and production design, cinematography, editing, and the impact of technologies like AI, IMAX, and large-format film on storytelling. Noteworthy is the show's willingness to pull back the curtain on collaboration, practical effects, and the balancing act between artistry and production constraints, often featuring high-profile directors and top-tier crews. This mix of deep-dive craft conversations and behind-the-scenes insight makes it a strong fit for listeners building careers in film and TV or seeking inspiratio... more

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