by Lindsey Whittaker | May 22, 2023 | DOCUMENTARIES, Spring 2023
Documentary: 818 Community Darkroom
By Lindsey Whittaker
In this documentary by KPCRadio reporter Lindsey Whittaker, we zoom in on the art of film photography and how the growing cost to participate is keeping some creators out. We hear from co-owners of the 818 Community Darkroom Michael and Desserin Pereyra about creating a space for photographers to be able to do their art affordably. We also hear from Professor of Photography Sean McDonald about the rising cost of equipment and the challenges of setting up a DIY darkroom.
by Marcus Nocerino | May 5, 2023 | ENTERTAINMENT, Spring 2023
Life of Hollywood
Hosted by: Marcus Nocerino
This is Episode 3 of The Life of Hollywood, the show about how working professionals in Hollywood got started. I am your host, Marcus Nocerino. Getting a job in Hollywood is very hard and competitive. It’s all about who you know in the industry and not what you know. Today’s guest is Kate Surinskaya, who is from Russia and based in LA. She’s a SAG-eligible actress, screenwriter, and director. Kate has worked on many independent films. One of the independent films she’s worked on is called “Parallels,” the story of a teenager in suburban Russia fights for the approval of her working-class parents in pursuit of her dream to become an actress but has to face another battle when she finds out her mom is terminally ill.
by Marcus Nocerino | May 5, 2023 | ENTERTAINMENT, Spring 2023
Life of Hollywood
Hosted by: Marcus Nocerino
The Life of Hollywood is a show about how working professionals in Hollywood got started. Getting a job in Hollywood is very hard and competitive. It’s all about who you know in the industry and not what you know. Hosted by Marcus Nocerino. This week, Marcus interviews Janae Ballot, who grew up in Beverly Hills, California. Janae is a screenwriter, producer, director, and production coordinator. One of the films she’s worked on is called “Managed,” which follows a high strung talent manager named Susana Feinstein who overcomes her clienteles existential crises, while biting not to lose her identity in Hollyweird. The film has turned into a Web Series that you can find on her website called managedseries.com
by Lizi Escobar | Jun 1, 2021 | ENTERTAINMENT, FEATURED, Film, Spring 2021
CinemaTALKgraphy: Hollywood Screenwriting
Hosted by Lizi Escobar
Hollywood screenwriter Chris Riley, best known for co-writing the 1999 multiple-award-winning theatrical feature After the Truth, writing the book The Hollywood Standard: The Complete and Authoritative Guide to Script Format & Style, and working for studios such as Disney’s Touchstone Pictures, Paramount Pictures, and many more — discusses how he started working in the film industry and shares some great insight and advice for aspiring screenwriters.
Keep up with Chris at the links below!
Instagram: @hollywoodstandard
Twitter: @hwoodstandard
This episode was recorded remotely from the studio during the COVID-19 Los Angeles Safer-at-Home initiative.
by Alex Winters | May 28, 2021 | DOCUMENTARIES, Spring 2021
Documentary: Filmmakers Vs. Covid-19
Hosted by Alex Winters
Entertainment, excitement, energy. This is what a film is. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, the entire film industry has taken a bit of a hit, especially indie filmmakers. This is how they are now making a comeback in the realm of entertainment.
This episode was recorded remotely from the studio during the COVID-19 Los Angeles Safer-at-Home initiative.
by Shayne Tamkin | May 24, 2021 | DOCUMENTARIES, FEATURED, Spring 2021
Documentary: Behind the Lens
Hosted by Shayne Tamkin
From the struggle of getting the right angle, to the artistic vision behind each shot, and everything that goes along with those challenges and more. Jump behind the camera with us as we go “Behind the Lens” and tell you what it takes to be a young photographer in Los Angeles today.
This episode was recorded remotely from the studio during the COVID-19 Los Angeles Safer-at-Home initiative.
by Alex Winters | May 18, 2021 | ENTERTAINMENT, FEATURED, Film, Spring 2021
Content Creators Connect: Shane Mendoza
Hosted by Alex Winters
In today’s episode of Content Creators Connect, we will meet Shane Mendoza from SYM Productions. He is an indie filmmaker based in Sacramento, CA. He will explain his process for making films and creating complex stories.
This episode was recorded remotely from the studio during the COVID-19 Los Angeles Safer-at-Home initiative.
by Brandon Arbelaez | May 7, 2021 | ENTERTAINMENT, FEATURED, Film
Pop Culture Biz: The Business of Film
Hosted by Brandon Arbelaez
In this episode, I speak with an account for Warner Brothers. He gives us some insight into the business and economic aspects of the film industry.
This episode was recorded remotely from the studio during the COVID-19 Los Angeles Safer-at-Home initiative.
