SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking

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Feb 28, 2023

00:56:40

Our guest in episode 142 is Luis Fernandez who is an actor, filmmaker and live performer. His feature film, Desconocidas (Unknowns) is screening during San Diego’s International Mobile Film Festival in its 12th edition April 28-30.

Luis shares the story behind a filmmaking experience which is pretty mind-blowing. Filming during the pandemic was already challenging, but when each actor was in another country, and so were the live viewers of the final performance, that’s really quite a feat! Luis Fernandez, Mimi Lazo and Nina Rancel, will be in San Diego to present their film with a Q & A session.

Topics we discuss:

Filming in multiple apartments as though they are one
Directing remotely
The story of immigration in the film
Bringing their audience to the “theater” online
Luis Fernandez’ childhood dream to be an actor

SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones.

Mentioned in this episode: "Desconocidas" Film in San Diego's International Mobile Film Festival https://internationalmobilefilmfestival.com/feature-films-2023/

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Jan 31, 2023

01:12:20

In episode 141 I invite L.A. filmmaker Levi Austin Morris back for an update on his iPhone feature film, Paralysis. We talk about the completion of the film and funding campaign. Details on turning a horror story into an entertaining, high quality film using iPhone 11 Pro & iPhone 12 Pro. Why he connected his own story to sleep paralysis.

Topics we discuss:

- The props, locations, actors, makeup, after effects, audio, wardrobe, ADR and more! - How the story connects to his own personal story - Funding campaign - Researching the topic of the story

Mentioned in this episode: Watch the Trailer for Paralysis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6VYnvpLNio

Previous episode 102 with Levi, June 16, 2021: https://www.podpage.com/sbp-podcast-mobile-filmmaking/it-takes-a-village-to-make-a-movie-levi-austin-morris/

Short film The Tea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRONw-ZCR8g

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SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones.

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Jan 17, 2023

01:05:01

Episode 140 is a treat! We discuss feature documentary filmmaking with director Chris Collier. Chris and I take a deep dive into the genre from his perspective as a filmmaker. We discuss his feature doc, FrightFest: Beneath the Dark Heart of Cinema. We go all in on what you need to know to make your own documentary film. Chris thinks your smartphone camera is ideal for the genre. Are you up for the challenge to make a cinematic feature documentary?

Chris is a professional filmmaker in Brighton, UK. We had a fascinating conversation about the genre and the process of professional documentary feature filmmaking.

Some topics discussed:

Interviewing techniques and how they influence your story
Scriptwriting for documentaries
Moral and ethical standards in the genre
How to stay focused on your story
Approaches to not knowing what interviewees will say
Audio tips and software
Documentary filmmaking with smartphones

Mentioned in this episode: FrightFest: Beneath the Dark Heart of Cinema (Trailer) https://vimeo.com/764871779

“Witnessing stories, finding the extraordinary from within the everyday, and sharing the learning.” — Chris Collier

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SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones.

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Dec 20, 2022

00:27:08

In this episode 139 I share how the stars connect to moments and moments turn into stories. Then I share insights on how the turning point for a filmmaker in an industry that is revolutionizing could be the biggest decision to making a successful film.

Read inspiring articles on our Smartphone Filmmaking Publication, including an article that accompanies this episode: https://medium.com/smartphonefilmmaking

SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones.

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Dec 13, 2022

01:05:20

In episode 138 I introduce Alex Reid to our listeners and also introduce Alex to some of the accomplishments previous filmmakers have made using smartphones to make films. Alex made a film, The Countdown, with no gear or crew and filmed it using his iPhone.

“We are all just one strange moment away from going viral.” —The Countdown

We discuss several topics, such as

Alex’s film The Countdown
A tripod and no gear
Lighting without lighting gear
Alex believes story is king
The perks of the camera that’s always with you

Mentioned in this episode:

Watch the movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LlAFhC9Ajg

Read inspiring articles on our Smartphone Filmmaking Publication including an article with photos of based on this episode: https://medium.com/smartphonefilmmaking

SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones.

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Nov 29, 2022

00:41:48

In episode 137 I share a radio interview. The interview took place at Grossmont College by Griffin Radio Show Host Paulina Colis. She asked me to share my journey with smartphone filmmaking, our podcast, and how the vision came to be during my time at the college during September 11, 2001. I also share some words for students on their journey which Paulina found inspiring.

We discuss several topics, such as:

The International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego
The SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking
Some mobile film news
My time at Grossmont College during 9/11
Your career as a journey instead of a path

Mentioned in this episode: Griffin Radio Live on TuneIn http://tun.in/sevrQ

Grossmont College website https://www.grossmont.edu

Read inspiring articles on our Smartphone Filmmaking Publication: https://medium.com/smartphonefilmmaking

SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones.

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Nov 15, 2022

00:38:41

In episode Number 136, I share some tips and reasons on why and how you can start filmmaking today. After listening to this episode, you’re going to want to. I recorded this episode early the same morning I published it, drinking espresso. How to start filmmaking without a story? Really? Yes! I’ll share how you can without breaking my rule: Story first.

I discuss several topics, such as:

The magic of storytelling through film
The screen is the window to your story while you shoot
Two products I recommend, and why
Don’t let the chatter on social media intimidate you
Steven Spielberg shot his iPhone music video hand-held
The competition between smartphone camera brands are good
The magic of storytelling through film

Mentioned in this episode: FilmConvert: https://www.filmconvert.com/?utm_source=imff&utm_medium=article

Moondog Labs: https://moondoglabs.com/

The “Hoodies” I mentioned from Moondog Labs: https://moondoglabs.com/collections/accessories/products/smartphone-hood

International Mobile Film Festival: https://internationalmobilefilmfestival.com/

Read inspiring articles on our Smartphone Filmmaking Publication: https://medium.com/smartphonefilmmaking

SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones.

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Nov 01, 2022

01:02:13

In episode 135 we have a very resourceful discussion with Joey Min and Stephanie Pham of Art School Dropouts: A Film Production Company and YouTube Channel based in the east coast. They are a media group that creates narrative-driven weekly exciting, fun and “feel-good” content. We discuss how to build a family to work with on more than one project. *Correction in the title: Joey Min is the correct name.

We speak to the shift for filmmakers who are online. Filmmakers are also content creators who need to do more than make their films. They are also marketing and learning how to think as a business, in many ways.

In their company, Stephanie is the administrator and works on all the business details and marketing while Joey is the creative. Their synergy works very well for their company. They naturally became best friends and both care about their filmmaking family, their crew.

We discuss how constant practice and experience creates a much more fluid and expert experience as a filmmaker. You can then trust your intuition and create fantastic footage and content. Saving you production and on set time, and raising the quality of your projects.

We discuss several topics:

iPhone Live Action Filming
Caring About Your Crew
Airbnb Location Resources
Art School Dropouts Fun Tutorials
Cooking and Feeding Your Crew
Filmmaking and Marketing Online

Mentioned in this episode:

Join Susy for a chat after listening to this episode: https://susybotello.substack.com

Previous episode 126 with Joey and Stephanie: https://www.podpage.com/sbp-podcast-mobile-filmmaking/you-can-shoot-a-live-action-film-with-iphone-with-art-school-dropouts/

Sponsors for IMFF 2023 FilmConvert: https://www.filmconvert.com/?utm_source=imff&utm_medium=article

All Sponsors: https://internationalmobilefilmfestival.com/collaborators/

IMFF 2023 Judges: https://internationalmobilefilmfestival.com/judges-2023/

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SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones.

Art School Dropouts are offering our listeners a deal from their website: https://www.asdofightscenes.com/ 20% Off Promocode: 20SBPPOD 

Read the article for this episode on our Smartphone Filmmaking Publication: https://medium.com/smartphonefilmmaking

SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones.

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Oct 25, 2022

01:00:58

In episode 134 we bring you Jasper Capalad. Jasper is a multi-talented creator, with a great number of talents and skills. One of them is making movies with his iPhone.

He’s recently won an award with his fan film, Spider-Man: Field Day. Which won ‘Best Fan Film’ at the Tarzana Comic Con Film FestThe film won over another incredible film shot with a traditional camera. His film was made with only $1,000.

We discuss several topics, such as his award-winning fan film, Spider-Man: Field Day. There is a fun festive section close to the end you don’t want to miss!

What is Cosplay
Cosplay culture
Making a cosplay film versus fan film
Smartphone Filmmaking for Cosplayers
Screenwriting before shooting
Room Tone and ADR

Mentioned in this episode: Graham Cochrane Episode 42 - The iPhone is Your Recording Studio: https://www.podpage.com/sbp-podcast-mobile-filmmaking/the-iphone-is-your-recording-studio-with-graham-cochrane-episode-42/

Full song in the intro: Notice by Jasper Capalad (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KrDW2_mkBLM

Read inspiring articles on our Smartphone Filmmaking Publication: https://medium.com/smartphonefilmmaking

SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones.

Susy Botello is writing and sharing on Substack, subscribe today, it’s free! https://susybotello.substack.com

Jasper Online: IMDB https://www.imdb.com/name/nm12858388/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jaspercapalad/ https://instagram.com/spidermanfielddayfilm

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasperCOfficial

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