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IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit

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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

In a wide-ranging conversation, veteran director Ridley Scott returns to the podcast to talk with IndieWire features writer Jim Hemphill about his latest film, “The Dog Stars.” Scott also has stories about “Blade Runner” and “Black Hawk Down,” reveal... more

Director Matt Johnson is already a hot name this year following the cult success of “Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie,” and now his next film “Tony” is attracting early awards buzz. Johnson explained how he took many liberties adapting the early ... more

After his hit shows ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Better Call Saul,’ creator and showrunner Vince Gilligan is back with the sci-fi thriller ‘Pluribus.’ We sat down with Gilligan at a reflective moment as he and his team were hard at work breaking Season 2. Hea... more

For their third feature, Jane Shoenbrun brings us to the brink of ecstasy with their deeply felt and impeccably crafted exploration of the slasher genre. The director of "I Saw the TV Glow" and "We're All Going to the World's Fair" explains why their... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Johnson
Director of Tony and Blackberry; known for Nirvanna the Band the Show
Independent film
Episode: ‘Tony’ Director Matt Johnson
Vince Gilligan
Creator and showrunner of Pluribus
Pluribus (TV show)
Episode: ‘Pluribus’ Creator Vince Gilligan
Jane Shoenbrun
Director of Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma
Director, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma
Episode: 'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma' Director Jane Shoenbrun
Ryan Condal
Showrunner of House of the Dragon
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Episode: 'House of the Dragon' Co-Creator and Showrunner Ryan Condal
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
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Episode: 'Star City' Creators Ben Nedivi & Matt Wolpert

Hosts

Sarah Shachat
Host of Filmmaker Toolkit on IndieWire; longtime interviewer and journalist.
Jim Hemphill
Host of IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit; veteran interviewer and filmmaker-focused host.
Chris O'Falt
Host of IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit; primary interviewer with deep industry knowledge.

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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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful questions and breadth of guests, though some wish for more female guests.
Generally positive about the depth of filmmaker conversations and the practical craft focus.

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#204
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#215
Australia/TV & Film
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#8
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#71
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#96
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Talking Points

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‘Pluribus’ Creator Vince Gilligan
Q: How do you balance dialogue with visual storytelling and montage?
Montages can express what dialogue cannot, especially in cinema-like television; they're powerful when they reveal character through action and silence rather than lines.
‘Pluribus’ Creator Vince Gilligan
Q: What makes a pilot work, in your view?
A pilot needs a strong, movie-like entrance for key characters and a clear sense of the world, delivered through patient storytelling that plants the seed for the series' tone and stakes.
‘Pluribus’ Creator Vince Gilligan
Q: How do you approach structuring an episode where dynamics shift in a fundamental way?
You build it brick by brick, ensuring you're hooked on the central character and the core premise so the audience is drawn forward by organic, character-driven propulsion rather than forced plot turns.
'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma' Director Jane Shoenbrun
Q: How did you approach the Long December sequence, and what makes it work for you?
The sequence was developed over a long period with careful planning: location scouting, timing the camera moves to the song, and coordinating interdepartmental work so the sequence feels seamless and emotionally anchored, even as it showcases complex technical elements.
'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma' Director Jane Shoenbrun
Q: What is the prep process like for you when you approach a film like this?
I rely on deep collaboration with key artists I've worked with before, plus a substantial amount of planning, including shot lists and visual references. I spend a lot of time organizing and making one-page visual guides to keep motifs consistent and to stay hyper-organized.

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A thoughtful interview series that chats with top filmmakers, showrunners, and writers about the craft, decision-making, and collaboration behind film and TV. Episodes span directing, writing, production design, post, and the realities of bringing ambitious projects to life, from adapting source material to finishing touches in post. A standout is the emphasis on practical process—writing sprints, collaboration with editors, composers, and stunt teams, and the balance between creative risk and production constraints. Notable guests often sit at the intersection of artistry and industry leadership, offering actionable takeaways for peers and aspiring creators alike.

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6. Nick Antosca
7. Rolin Jones
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