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Episode 650: Ned Benson, Writer/Director of 'The Greatest Hits'

Filmmaker and screenwriter Ned Benson joins Daniel Ford on the show to discuss his new film "The Greatest Hits."

He chats about his screenwriting process, which has involved working with the likes of Jessica Chastain and Scarlet Johansson, how he rounded up the terrific ensemble cast for the “The Greatest Hits,” and his approach to collaborating with said cast as a director.

“I really lucked out. I can’t tell you how extraordinary this group of actors is, not only in terms of just talent, because they’re all so talented, but they’re just such wonderful people. It was a familial experience.”
— Ned Benson
 
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Episode 395: 'The Toys That Made Us' Producer Brian Volk-Weiss

Episode 395: 'The Toys That Made Us' Producer Brian Volk-Weiss

Producer and director Brian Volk-Weiss chats with Daniel Ford about "The Toys That Made Us" and "The Movies That Made Us," which are currently streaming on Netflix.

Episode 317: Director and Producer Scott Mann

Episode 317: Director and Producer Scott Mann

Director and producer Scott Mann talks to Caitlin Malcuit about his new film “Final Score,” collaborating with Dave Bautista, and how a one-eyed chicken story helped land Pierce Brosnan.

A Conversation With Author Kayla Rae Whitaker and Filmmaker Nick Kreiss

A Conversation With Author Kayla Rae Whitaker and Filmmaker Nick Kreiss

Kayla Rae Whitaker, author of The Animators, and Nick Kreiss, writer/director of “Little Bitches,” chatted recently about their creative process, what inspired their respective debuts, and what they’re currently reading.

Episode 237: ‘Almost Friends’ Writer and Director Jake Goldberger

Screenwriter and director Jake Goldberger, whose credits include “Almost Friends,” “Life of a King,” and “Don McKay,” talks to Sean Tuohy about his writing and directing style, learning to work with actors, and his upcoming project with one of our favorite directors, Lexi Alexander.

To learn more about Jake Goldberger, visit his IMDB page. Also watch the trailer for “Almost Friends."

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Episode 181: ‘Grey Lady’ Writer and Director John Shea

Today’s guest is actor, writer, and director John Shea. The versatile filmmaker talks to Daniel Ford about his new movie “Grey Lady.”

In addition to talking about the odyssey he persevered through in order to make “Grey Lady,” Shea discusses what led him to acting and filmmaking and why “writers are the bravest of all the film and theater artists.”

John Shea on the set of 'Grey Lady' with Eric Dane
“It takes some insane amount of passion, belief, stubbornness, determination, and lifeblood to keep a film alive. ”
— John Shea

"Grey Lady" stars Eric Danes, Amy Madigan, Natalie Zea, and Adrian Lester. The film premieres April 28 in select theaters across the country. 

To learn more about John Shea and Grey Lady, like the film’s Facebook page or follow him on Twitter @JohnVictorShea. 

Today's episode is brought to you by Scrivener. Scrivener combines all the writing tools you need to craft your first draft, from nascent notion to final full stop. Visit the app's official website for more details.

Today's episode is brought to you by Scrivener. Scrivener combines all the writing tools you need to craft your first draft, from nascent notion to final full stop. Visit the app's official website for more details.

Episode 173: ‘Lavender’ Screenwriter and Director Ed Gass-Donnelly

Screenwriter and filmmaker Ed Gass-Donnelly—whose credits include “Beautiful City,” “Small Town Murder Songs,” and the recently released “Lavender”—talks to Sean Tuohy about his directing style, how “Lavender” evolved from the page to the screen, and the future of filmmaking and viewership.

“People respond to strength in vision and storytelling.”
— Ed Gass-Donnelly

To learn more about Ed Gass-Donnelly, follow him on Twitter @realedgd. Also be sure to check out the trailer for “Lavender,” and then go watch the movie (starring Abbie Cornish, Dermot Mulroney, and Justin Long)!

Today's episode is brought to you by Scrivener. Scrivener combines all the writing tools you need to craft your first draft, from nascent notion to final full stop. Visit the app's official website for more details.

Today's episode is brought to you by Scrivener. Scrivener combines all the writing tools you need to craft your first draft, from nascent notion to final full stop. Visit the app's official website for more details.

Episode 165: Screenwriter and Producer Robert Ben Garant

Robert Ben Garant, best known for his work on “Reno 911!” and the "Night at the Museum" films, talks to Sean Tuohy about how performing led him to writing, how an outrageous script got him in the door writing for movies and television, how he developed his screenwriting process, and why he prefers writing to acting or directing.

“A script can take 10 years or it can take four weeks. And that’s up to you.”
— Robert Ben Garant
Today's episode is brought to you by Scrivener. Scrivener combines all the writing tools you need to craft your first draft, from nascent notion to final full stop. Visit the app's official website for more details.

Today's episode is brought to you by Scrivener. Scrivener combines all the writing tools you need to craft your first draft, from nascent notion to final full stop. Visit the app's official website for more details.

Episode 144: Filmmaker Lexi Alexander

Lexi Alexander, whose credits include “Punisher: War Zone,” “Lifted,” and “Green Street Hooligans,” talks to Sean Tuohy about how she got her start in filmmaking, why martial arts are an important part of her identity, and fighting against Hollywood’s diversity issues.

To learn more about Lexi Alexander, visit her official website or follow her on Twitter @Lexialex.

Today's episode is brought to you by Final Draft. Final Draft is the industry standard in screenwriting software. Visit www.finaldraft.com for more details.

Today's episode is brought to you by Final Draft. Final Draft is the industry standard in screenwriting software. Visit www.finaldraft.com for more details.

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