“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives - where fandom meets film school.
Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, executive producer, and former head of creative at Google...and mega film fan.
Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.
New episodes are published every Friday.
Connect with us at:
www.filmmakerandfans.com
IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast
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“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives - where fandom meets film school.
Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, executive producer, and former head of creative at Google...and mega film fan.
Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.
New episodes are published every Friday.
Connect with us at:
www.filmmakerandfans.com
IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast
[Re-release: originally published July 25th, 2024 as episode 72]
In this episode, Steve and Vince talk with award-winning indie filmmaking duo, Carl Fry & Maxwell Nalevansky.
Using Carl and Maxwell’s latest indie feature film as their foundation (Rats!), they explore topics such as their journey in independent filmmaking as a creative team, the growing need for originality in filmmaking, and the significance of local communities in supporting independent cinema.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published August 23rd, 2024 as episode 24]
In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2023 film, “Sing Sing”.
Using Sing Sing as their foundation, they explore topics such as the benefits and challenges of working with non-actors, ethical considerations of portraying real-life stories, and the role of art in providing agency and reordering the world.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published July 11th, 2025 as episode 70]
In this episode, Steve and Vince talk with Australian actress and indie filmmaker, Ella Cannon.
Using Ella’s latest series pilot project as their foundation (“The Yacht Club”), they explore topics such as her experiences transitioning from acting to directing, the community impact of AI on the filmmaking industry, and her journey from a small town in Australia to becoming a working filmmaker in North America.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published June 27th, 2025 as episode 68]
In this episode, Steve and Vince talk with Lego mega-fan and indie filmmaker, Tony Mucci - aka Mooch.
Using Tony’s latest project as their foundation, “Money Talks” (which recently premiered at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival), they explore topics such as lessons he learned with his debut short film, the importance of collaboration and community in filmmaking, and Tony’s creative transition from making Lego stop motion animations and directing massive music videos, to narrative filmmaking and debuting at Tribeca.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published May 17th, 2024 as episode 10]
In this episode of the Filmmaker and Fan’s podcast, Steve and Vince explore the 2003 film, “Love Actually”. Using Love Actually as their foundation, they explore topics such as the film's unspoken performances, managing tone across multiple plot lines, and how Love Actually can provide a sense of order and satisfaction in a chaotic world.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published October 25th, 2024 as episode 33]
In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “The Outrun”.
Using The Outrun as their foundation, they explore topics such as the challenges of adapting source material, the role of art in understanding complex themes such as addiction and recovery, and the balance between artistic interpretation and historical accuracy.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published July 18th, 2025 as episode 71]
In this episode, Steve and Vince talk with award-winning indie filmmaker Luca Pizzoleo.
Using Luca’s latest short film as their foundation (“O.C.D.” starring Steven Ogg), they explore topics such as his latest challenges as an indie filmmaker, his digital-first strategy that earned O.C.D. over 1 million views on YouTube in just two weeks, and the rapidly evolving landscape of independent filmmaking today.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published December 20th, 2024 as episode 41]
In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Wicked”.
Using Wicked as their foundation, they explore topics such as the intimate relationship between directors and actors, the importance of costumes in building the world of Oz, and the crucial role of industry film screenings during awards season.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published April 4th, 2025 as episode 56]
In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 1992 film, “Glengarry Glen Ross”.
Using Glengarry Glen Ross as their foundation, they explore topics such as David Mamet's distinctive writing style, the moral complexities of the film’s characters, and its masterful use of language and performance.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published September 13th, 2024 as episode 27]
In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the sci-fi franchise, “Alien”. Using the Alien franchise as their foundation, they explore topics such as the challenges of making sci-fi films, the difference between psychological and physical horror, and the integration of deep philosophical questions into commercially successful projects.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts, and Instagram @filmmakersandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published December 27th, 2024 as episode 42]
In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “A Complete Unknown,” written and directed by James Mangold.
Using A Complete Unknown as their foundation, they explore topics such as the significance of underplayed moments in the film, the complexity of artistic influence and the nature of inspiration, and how the film transcends a mere biography of Dylan and instead offers a deep commentary on art and creativity.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published March 1st, 2024 as episode 5]
In this episode, Steve and Vince discuss the 2001 award-winning film, “Amélie”. Using Amélie as their foundation, they explore topics such as the wide-ranging narrative techniques used in the film, the power of intuition in filmmaking, and the role of humor in building connections with audiences.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published January 17th, 2025 as episode 45]
In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “The Brutalist”.
Using The Brutalist as their foundation, they explore topics such as the broader implications of art and cinema, the dynamics between investors and artists, and the intricate details of cinematic techniques from the film, like the use of VistaVision and its impact on film quality.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published May 31st, 2024 as episode 12]
In this episode, Steve and Vince discuss the 2013 film, “Inside Llewyn Davis” (written and directed by The Coen Brothers). Using Inside Llewyn Davis as their foundation they explore topics such as artistic integrity, the role of supporting characters in narrative depth, and the underestimation of audiences.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published August 2nd, 2024 as episode 21]
In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 Marvel movie, “Deadpool & Wolverine”.
Using Deadpool & Wolverine as their foundation they explore topics such as the impact of Marvel and superhero movies on Hollywood, the appeal of anti-heroes, and the importance of flawed and relatable characters.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published February 7th, 2025 as episode 48]
In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Nickel Boys”. Using Nickel Boys as their foundation, they explore topics such as the challenges of adaptations versus original screenplays, the artistic choices that filmmakers make to convey deeper truths, and the courage required to break conventional filmmaking norms. As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published October 18th, 2024 as episode 32]
In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “My Old Ass”.
Using "My Old Ass" as their foundation, they explore topics such as nuances of independent cinema, the significance of creating relatable characters, and the importance of subtext and nuance in performances.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published August 16th, 2024 as episode 23]
In this episode, Steve and Vince talk with Hollywood film and VFX editor, Justin Yates. Justin is known for his work on films such as Avatar: The Way of Water, Alita: Battle Angel, The Nice Guys, and San Andreas. Most recently Justin was the editor on Steve’s new film GRQ, and they use their recent collaboration to explore topics such as the relationship between directors and editors, the role of editing in creating emotional impact in films, and the future of editing with the integration of AI tools and processes.
[Re-release: originally published January 3rd, 2025 as episode 43]
In this episode, Steve and Vince break down the opening scenes of the 2024 film “Conclave,” and explore topics such as the importance of opening scenes in establishing a film's world, the use of symbolism and cutaways to enhance storytelling, and how sound design plays a crucial role in creating atmosphere.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
[Re-release: originally published March 14th, 2025 as episode 53]
In this episode, Steve and Vince break down the opening scenes of the 2024 Oscar-winning film, “Anora”, and explore topics such as Sean Baker's unique approach to character development, visual storytelling techniques, and the importance of maintaining an integrity of vision in filmmaking.
As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.
“Filmmaker and Fan’s" is a podcast for film lovers and creatives - where fandom meets film school.
Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, executive producer, and former head of creative at Google...and mega film fan.
Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.
New episodes are published every Friday.
Connect with us at:
www.filmmakerandfans.com
IG: @filmmakerandfanspodcast
