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The Filmmakers Podcast

Giles Alderson
Filmmaking
Film Production
Film Festivals
Netflix
Cinematography
Independent Film
Indie Film
Companion
Comedy
Cannes Film Festival
Indie Filmmaking
Crowdfunding
Relay
Networking
Bob Marley
Drew Hancock
Hollywood
Screenwriting
Skin Care
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A podcast about how to make film and TV by filmmakers who actually make them. Interviewing guests from the film-making world from Indie film to Hollywood and everything in between. Hosts Giles Alderson (The Dare), Dom Lenoir (Winter Ridge) Lucinda Rhodes Thakrar (Wolves of War), Tori & Matthew Butler-Hart (Two Down), Phil Hawkins (Prancer: A Christmas Tale), Stephen Follows (Film Data Analyst), Ch... more

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Welcome to a very special takeover episode of The Filmmakers Podcast! This week, the founders of the Female Film Club, Nicole Lieberman and Liza Van Der Smissen, take over the mic from Giles and Dom!

Founded to champion films told from the female ga... more

Welcome back to The Filmmakers Podcast! This week, host Dom Lenoir sits down with actors Common and Alexandria Riley to discuss their complex roles in the hit Apple TV+ sci-fi series, Silo.

In this short but sweet episode, we dive deep into the in... more

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Apple's F1 Strategy: Jerry Bruckheimer & Eddy Cue on Practical Filming, Theatrical Windows, and Brad Pitt

How do you shoot a massive Hollywood blockbuster in the middle of a live Formula 1 Grand Prix? This week on The Filmmakers Podcast, Giles Alder... more

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From Docs to Drama: Morgan Matthews on Directing 500 Miles & Funding Indie Films

How do you take the run-and-gun instincts of a documentary filmmaker and apply them to a highly structured narrative feature? This week on The Filmmakers Podcast, Giles... more

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Recent Guests

Eddy Cue
Senior Vice President of Services at Apple, head of Apple Original Films
Apple
Episode: Shooting F1: Jerry Bruckheimer & Eddy Cue on Brad Pitt, Practical Racing, and Apple's Blockbuster Vision
Morgan Matthews
Bafta-winning director
Minnow Films
Episode: Surviving Indie Film Weather & Financing: Morgan Matthews Breaks Down the Making of '500 Miles'
Alex Noyer
Writer, director and producer of Love is the Monster
Independent/Film
Episode: Directing Indie Folk Horror: Alex Noyer on Funding, 40% Tax Rebates, Two-Camera Setups, Ensemble Casts and his latest indie film 'Love is The Monster'
Jonathan Yunger
President of Millennium Media and co-founder of Arcana Labs
Arcana Labs / Millennium Media
Episode: The New Rules of Hollywood AI: Jonathan Yunger on Billion-Dollar Slates, Streamer-Approved AI, Arcana Labs and John Rambo
Ol Parker
Writer and director, Office Romance
Netflix (Office Romance)
Episode: How to Direct A-List Talent: Ol Parker on Office Romance, Rom-Coms, Rejection & Set Etiquette
Hilary Shakespeare
Director, writer and producer; part of The Shakespeare Sisters
The Shakespeare Sisters
Episode: Business of Film: The New Rules of Film Financing: AI, Gen Z, and Getting Your Movie Made | What we learnt from Cannes and What Movie Distributors Actually Want!
Dom Lenoir
British film director and producer; staple guest and panelist
Independent film
Episode: Business of Film: The New Rules of Film Financing: AI, Gen Z, and Getting Your Movie Made | What we learnt from Cannes and What Movie Distributors Actually Want!
Dimo Alexandrov
Distribution executive with experience at New Boyana and Quantify Sales
Quantify Sales / New Boyana
Episode: Business of Film: The New Rules of Film Financing: AI, Gen Z, and Getting Your Movie Made | What we learnt from Cannes and What Movie Distributors Actually Want!
Daniel Roher
Director, Navalny and Tuner
Black Bear Pictures (production/financing context mentioned)
Episode: From Shorts to Docs to Features with Oscar Winner Daniel Roher on Directing Leo Woodall & Dustin Hoffman in 'Tuner'

Hosts

Giles Alderson
Host and filmmaker known for hands-on indie film experience, often guiding in-depth conversations about production and directing.
Dom Lenoir
Co-host and filmmaker, frequently leads discussions on microbudgets, on-set collaboration, and directing under resource constraints.
Phil Hawkins
Producer/director with a practical perspective on indie production and mentorship on set.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 277 ratings
  • This is great!

    Great podcast, always insightful and honest conversations about the industry. Every week I look forward to your episodes! I’ve really enjoyed the different diverse voices and perspectives on the show. Keep it up❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheMichelle_
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Every days a film school day

    Having listened to almost every episodes this show just keeps getting better with its fab insightful questioning and a truly diverse range of guests from Hollywood to Birmingham has a nugget of gold in every episode. So take out your notebooks and sharpen your pencils. There is much to learn here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rhubarbfilms
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • In my very humble opinion..

    ..this is THE go-to podcast for anyone who wants to make a feature film. This podcast has been a source not only of amazing knowledge with fantastic guests, but also of encouragement and support, with Giles’ always positive pep-talks and genuine desire for filmmakers to get out there and do it.

    Through the difficult process of getting a film made, The Filmmaker’s Podcast has been a consistent source of inspiration and really kept me going through the challenges of getting my first feature film ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark.Hampton
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Informative and Essential

    If you’re an independent film maker then this is the most informative and essential podcast you can listen to on a weekly basis. It’s motivating, educational and inspiring. The hosts always seem to ask the right questions to the array of industry guest. Everyone involved in film & TV should listen and hopefully one day be a guest on The Filmmakers Podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    apm44
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • By Filmmakers for Filmmakers

    Great podcast for filmmakers, by filmmakers who are in the trenches actually making films. Fun to listen to as well as informative! Including interviews with professionals working at all levels of the industry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dudley33
    United States2 years ago

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Consistently motivating, educational, and inspiring for indie filmmakers.
Hosts ask the right questions and bring diverse guests, making complex topics accessible.
A must-listen for filmmakers with practical, in-the-trenches insights.

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Surviving Indie Film Weather & Financing: Morgan Matthews Breaks Down the Making of '500 Miles'
Q: How did you navigate funding for the project?
Morgan outlines a multi-source approach, relying on Screen Ireland, other Irish funds, tax incentives, and a sales/distribution plan to piece together the production budget.
How to Self-Finance & Distribute an Indie Thriller you shot in 8 days - 'Empire of Lies' with Matthew Hope & Joseph Millson
Q: Did you know the budget amount when you started the project, and how did that shape your approach?
Yes. We looked at a comparable micro-budget project and planned around that figure, which guided our entire production approach, including where we shot, who we paid, and how we staged scenes to maximize value without compromising story.
David Frankel: Directing The Devil Wears Prada, Casting Emily Blunt & Trusting Actors
Q: What is it you look for in castings then?
A balance between the character's imagined essence and the actor's ability to embody and surprise, with emphasis on instinct and the chemistry they bring to the room; sometimes the right actor isn't who you initially expect, but they prove to be the one.
Brian Cox: The Acting Legend on Directing His Debut Feature Glenrothan, Acting, Directing and Editing Secrets & Trusting Your Crew
Q: What is your advice for first-time directors about handling acting and directing simultaneously?
Trust the actors, empower your heads of department, and keep the focus on the heart of the story rather than obsessing over shot lists.
Brian Cox: The Acting Legend on Directing His Debut Feature Glenrothan, Acting, Directing and Editing Secrets & Trusting Your Crew
Q: Would you direct again, given the experience on this film?
Yes, I would, finding it easier to balance directing and acting than I expected, and I would approach it with the same collaborative mindset and emphasis on the heart of the material.

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A show that features in-depth conversations with filmmakers across the industry, from indie independents to large-scale productions. Episodes frequently explore directing, producing, acting, budget management, shot logistics, and distribution strategies, with a strong emphasis on practical, on-set realities and collaborative leadership. Noteworthy traits include a hands-on, experience-driven approach, a friendly, mentor-like interview style, and a penchant for extracting actionable takeaways for indie and mid-budget projects. This podcast often highlights microbudget workflows, creative problem-solving under tight timelines, and real-world examples from diverse European and North American productions, making it valuable for aspiring filmmak... more

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7. Dom Lenoir
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