We're back! After a hiatus, we're diving into some post-NAB 2024 analysis. This episode dissects Blackmagic Design's exciting camera announcements: the Pyxis 6K and the Ursa Cine 12K. Is the Pyxis 6K the Blackmagic Camera we've all been waiting

It’s all about Kinefinity! - Episode 16

Oct 9th, 2023 54m 27s

After a short break, Anderson and Mark are back to discuss what they've been up to in the world of cinematography. This week, they're talking about their recent experience testing the brand new Kinefinity Mavo LF Mark 2 camera. They share their

Do Real Editors use Avid? - Episode 15

Aug 31st, 2023 47m 37s

This week, Mark and Anderson talk with editor Lili Blot about filmmaking, working in the industry, managing clients, and whether it's okay to fix a film in post?This is one episode not to miss. Happy listening!You can follow them on the followi

What’s a movie without music - Episode 14

Aug 22nd, 2023 46m 9s

This week, Anderson and Mark talk with composer Michael Tedstone about working with music in film, its importance, and what advice we have for filmmakers when making decisions about music for their projects. After all, music makes the darn movi

We’re actually video game nerds - Episode 13

Aug 15th, 2023 45m 49s

This week, Mark and Anderson talk about their love of video games and how they have evolved. They discuss how video games have inspired their stories and how games have transformed into cinematic artforms in their own right.Happy Listening.You

Why do we make short films? - Episode 12

Aug 7th, 2023 46m 38s

This week, Anderson and Mark talk about the art of making short films. They discuss why they make them, what they most enjoy about the process, why every director should consider making one, and offer advice for aspiring filmmakers.You can foll

Is Film school worth it? - Episode 11

Aug 1st, 2023 46m 1s

This week, Mark and Anderson discuss whether film school is still relevant today. Mark shares a little bit about his time at London Film School. He talks about why he went, the projects he worked on, and what he felt the main benefit was. And t

Taking a visit to ProAV - Episode 010

Jul 23rd, 2023 46m 27s

This week, Anderson and Mark talk with Carl Yates, Head of Technical Marketing at PRO AV. They discuss a reseller's perspective on film industry trends and get his advice for filmmakers looking to invest or upgrade their kit. And they also lear

Some sound advice for Filmmakers - Episode 009

Jul 18th, 2023 50m 25s

We have our first guest!This week, Mark and Anderson chat with location sound recordist and sound designer Kyle Martyn-Clark about his perspective as a sound recordist in the film industry. They discuss what he has learned along the way, what e

Episode 008 - Film vs Digital

Jul 10th, 2023 48m 14s

This week, Mark and Anderson debate about shooting on film vs. shooting on digital cameras. Will the feeling of nostalgia win out over filming with 1s and 0s? Find out in this week's episode.Happy Listening.You can follow them on the following

Episode 007 - Shooting on Film

Jul 3rd, 2023 37m 28s

This week, Mark and Anderson talk about shooting on film and they reminisce about the nostalgic sound of a film reel, cleaning the gate, and hoping they didn't accidentally expose a whole can of film. And at somepoint discuss the pros and cons

Episode 006 - The Final Showdown! Super 35mm vs Full Frame

Jun 25th, 2023 40m 51s

Anderson and Mark, the dynamic duo of camera geekery, are back to settle the score once and for all: does sensor size matter?In this week's episode, they'll compare and contrast Super 35mm and full-frame digital cameras and discuss the pros and

Episode 005 - Fix it in Post

Jun 20th, 2023 38m 42s

Mark (Help I'm a Nerd) and Anderson (Films_by_AW) are back for another weekly chat. This week, they're discussing all things editing, from their early days using Final Cut Pro to the latest AI editing tools. They'll be sharing their insights on

Episode 004 - Ohhh, shiny new Camera? Should I Buy it or Rent it?

Jun 12th, 2023 37m 31s

Mark (Help I'm a Nerd) and Anderson (Films_by_AW) are back for another weekly chat. In this episode, they discuss buying and renting equipment and which option has helped them the most in their careers so far.You can follow them on the followin

Episode 003 - Hello, Red, my old friend!

Jun 4th, 2023 37m 10s

Mark (Help I’m a Nerd) and Anderson (Films_by_AW) are back for another weekly catch-up about filmmaking. This week, Mark talks about his experience with Red, and why, after selling his Scarlet in 2015, he decided to jump back in the Red ecosyst

Episode 002 - There’s no way it’s this good; it must be Blackmagic (Design).

May 28th, 2023 51m 8s

Anderson (Films by AW) and Mark (Help I’m a Nerd) continue their heart-to-heart career retrospect and deep dive into their discovery of Blackmagic Design, a company dedicated to making high-quality cameras and software for filmmakers as cheaply

Episode 001 - The Beginning of a Beautiful Podcast.

May 15th, 2023 1h 33m

Anderson (Films by AW) and Mark (Help I’m a Nerd) chew the fat as they discuss how they got into film and the film technology journey that shaped the beginning of their careers. In this heart-to-heart career retrospect, they give their insights

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