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Past Present Feature with Marcus Mizelle

Marcus Mizelle
Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
Tribeca Film Festival
Documentary Filmmaking
Windless
Arzé
Desire: the Carl Craig Story
Celebration
Chlorophyll
State Of Silence
Lebanon
Cinematography
Filmmaking Challenges
Panopticism
The Alienated
Rome International Film Festival
Kill
Our Father the Devil
Independent Journalism
Hidden Era
Mortality

Past Present Feature is a film appreciation podcast hosted by Emmy-winning director Marcus Mizelle, showcasing today’s filmmakers, their latest release, and the past cinema that inspired them.

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Scandar Copti
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Episode: E24 • Transforming Adversity into Powerful Storytelling • SCANDAR COPTI, Oscar-nominated dir. of ‘Happy Holidays’, Best Screenplay Winner at the Venice Int. Film Festival + TIFF
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Nikhil Nagesh Bhat
Mumbai-based director of 'Kill'
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Episode: E14 • The Power of the Underdog • NIKHIL NAGESH BHAT , dir. of ‘Kill’, Now in Theaters following TIFF + Tribeca
Zhengfan Yang
Writer, director, producer and visual artist
Episode: E13 • Taking the Long Shots • ZHENGFAN YANG , dir. of ‘Stranger’, Grand Prix Winner at KVIFF
Paolo Tizón
Director of the documentary *Night Has Come*
CINESOL Films
Episode: E12 • The Importance of Not Knowing • PAOLO TIZÓN , dir. of ‘Night Has Come’, Special Jury Award + FIPRESCI Winner at KVIFF
Ivana Gloria
Director of 'Chlorophyll'
Rome International Film Festival
Episode: E11 • The Beauty of Change • IVANA GLORIA, dir. of ‘Chlorophyll’ at the Rome Film Fest + KVIFF
Bruno Anković
Director of 'Celebration' showcased at Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
Episode: E9 • The Passage of Time • BRUNO ANKOVIĆ, dir. of ‘Celebration’ at the Karlovy Vary Int. Film Festival
Anja Kreis
Russian filmmaker and director of The Alienated.
Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
Episode: E7 • Living The Dream • ANJA KREIS, dir. of 'The Alienated' at the Karlovy Vary Int. Film Festival
George Sikharulidze
Filmmaker and director of 'Panopticon'
Episode: E6 • Seek Your Truth • GEORGE SIKHARULIDZE, dir. of 'Panopticon' at the Karlovy Vary Int. Film Festival

Host

Marcus Mizelle
Host of the podcast, Emmy-winning director known for his work on various film projects. He engages in thoughtful conversations with featured filmmakers to highlight their creative processes and inspirations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Very interesting and informative , i would recommend

    I Met Marcus years ago and i knew from the start he had something different and special. His vision and narrative skills were amazing. To be honest im not even surprise he has been Awarded a 2x emmy winner here in Los Angeles. Its well deserved and that takes lot of dedication. im a huge fan of his work, maybe cause of his french influence ,directing skills And inspirations , definitely similar to european film Genre. I am from france and honestly he did inspire me in many ways, and coming from ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oliver Mnk
    United Statesa month ago
  • A+++

    Really fun, informative, and inspiring. Marcus does a great job pulling storying and insights from guests, who in turn express vital truths about cinema. Bravo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Esra Bloom
    United Statesa month ago
  • PPF a MUST for Filmmakers

    Anyone looking for a great film podcast need look no further than PPF. Real takes from true filmmakers of all genres, all over the world. Podcasts like this are one way we can uphold the standards of cinema that have shaped our world, and it’s important now more than ever. Thank you for keepin it real PPF!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SuraneLA
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fantastic filmmaking podcast!

    Really love this filmmaker interview podcast. Great to listen and learn about interesting filmmakers. Feel like I learn something new every episode. Marcus is a great interviewer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom Cole Filmmaker
    United States5 months ago
  • Past Present Feature

    This podcast is fun, entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Busta Moo
    United States9 months ago

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E2 • The Power of Documentary • SANTIAGO MAZA, dir. of 'State of Silence' at Tribeca + Sheffield DocFest
Q: Are there any themes in this story that you approached in your previous work?
The film addresses the theme of solitude and the commitment journalists have to their work despite facing dangerous circumstances.
E2 • The Power of Documentary • SANTIAGO MAZA, dir. of 'State of Silence' at Tribeca + Sheffield DocFest
Q: What sparked you to do 'State of Silence'?
The project was born out of discussions concerning the reality of journalists in Mexico and aimed to spotlight their struggles.
E2 • The Power of Documentary • SANTIAGO MAZA, dir. of 'State of Silence' at Tribeca + Sheffield DocFest
Q: What do you love about documentary filmmaking?
It's a great way of putting your spoon into the world and gives a profound point of view.
E3 • A Filmmaker's Quest • MIRA SHAIB, dir. of 'Arzé' at Bejing + Tribeca Film Festival
Q: What does authenticity mean to you as a filmmaker?
Authenticity involves telling real stories from life experiences, meshed into fictional narratives.
E3 • A Filmmaker's Quest • MIRA SHAIB, dir. of 'Arzé' at Bejing + Tribeca Film Festival
Q: When did you realize you wanted to be a filmmaker?
Mira wanted to be a filmmaker from a young age, influenced by her brother and their shared love for movies.

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