Musicbed Podcast

Musicbed

Hear industry-leading directors, DPs, and producers share stories and insight while revealing how creativity impacts their identities. Featuring topics like working with Apple TV+ and Netflix. Winning Sundance and Cannes. Breaking through. Leveling up. Falling on your face. Hosted by Christian Schultz. Brought to you by Musicbed, the leading music licensing platform for TV and Film. read less
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Director Lloyd Lee Choi on the Creative Power of Uncertainty
Mar 21 2023
Director Lloyd Lee Choi on the Creative Power of Uncertainty
Director Lloyd Lee Choi’s most recent work, ‘Same Old,’ premiered at the 75th Cannes Film Festival—and it was the only US film accepted in the lineup. In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, Lloyd revisits his life-changing experience at Cannes, offers actionable advice on effective pitching, and explores how embracing uncertainty can be the key to inspiring your best ideas. ___ The Musicbed Podcast Hear industry-leading directors, DPs, and producers share stories and insight while revealing how creativity impacts their identities. Featuring topics like working with Apple TV+ and Netflix. Winning Sundance and Cannes. Breaking through. Leveling up. Falling on your face. Hosted by Director Christian Shultz. Brought to you by Musicbed, the leading music licensing platform for TV and Film. ___ Talking Points: • His life-changing Cannes experience • The power of stepping away • Why filmmakers should be paid for pitches • Nothing matters without a unique angle • The creative impact of on-set hospitality • Why ambiguity is your best storytelling tool ___ Show Notes: • Lloyd Lee Choi—https://www.lloydleechoi.com/ • Same Old—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16226770/ • Norm Li—http://norm-li.com/ • Division7—https://www.divisionseven.com/ • Atlanta—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4288182/ • Tár—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14444726/ • City of God—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0317248/ • Hirokazu Koreeda—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0466153/ • Read more about our podcast with Lloyd Lee Choi- https://musicbed.com/blog/films/podcast/006-lloyd-lee-choi-the-creative-power-of-uncertainty • Musicbed Podcast — linktr.ee/musicbed Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: musicbed.com. ___ About Musicbed: Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We’re a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.
Director Lloyd Lee Choi on the Creative Power of Uncertainty
Mar 21 2023
Director Lloyd Lee Choi on the Creative Power of Uncertainty
Director Lloyd Lee Choi’s most recent work, ‘Same Old,’ premiered at the 75th Cannes Film Festival—and it was the only US film accepted in the lineup. In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, Lloyd revisits his life-changing experience at Cannes, offers actionable advice on effective pitching, and explores how embracing uncertainty can be the key to inspiring your best ideas. ___ The Musicbed Podcast Hear industry-leading directors, DPs, and producers share stories and insight while revealing how creativity impacts their identities. Featuring topics like working with Apple TV+ and Netflix. Winning Sundance and Cannes. Breaking through. Leveling up. Falling on your face. Hosted by Director Christian Shultz. Brought to you by Musicbed, the leading music licensing platform for TV and Film. ___ Talking Points: • His life-changing Cannes experience • The power of stepping away • Why filmmakers should be paid for pitches • Nothing matters without a unique angle • The creative impact of on-set hospitality • Why ambiguity is your best storytelling tool ___ Show Notes: • Lloyd Lee Choi—https://www.lloydleechoi.com/ • Same Old—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16226770/ • Norm Li—http://norm-li.com/ • Division7—https://www.divisionseven.com/ • Atlanta—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4288182/ • Tár—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14444726/ • City of God—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0317248/ • Hirokazu Koreeda—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0466153/ • Read more about our podcast with Lloyd Lee Choi- https://musicbed.com/blog/films/podcast/006-lloyd-lee-choi-the-creative-power-of-uncertainty • Musicbed Podcast — linktr.ee/musicbed Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: musicbed.com. ___ About Musicbed: Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We’re a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.
Camila Cornelsen on the Advantages of Being a DP Who Directs
Mar 7 2023
Camila Cornelsen on the Advantages of Being a DP Who Directs
Director//DP Camila Cornelsen has helmed series for HBO and Disney. She's worked with top brands like Nike, Apple, and Vogue, and she’s a go-to resource for agencies and production companies like Wieden+Kennedy, R/GA, and F/Nazca Saatchi & Saatchi. In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, Camila reveals her creative path from Brazilian festival musician to photographer to respected director who works as her own DP. Other topics include the art of truly becoming one with your camera and directing Dolly Parton and Doja Cat for a Taco Bell musical she shot on her iPhone. • Working as director and DP simultaneously • Mastering motion-based camera moves • Making your way without film school • Building a team that always has your back • Vertical video vs. horizontal • The still image’s value to filmmaking Camila Cornelsen on Vimeo—https://vimeo.com/camilacornelsen Camila Cornelsen official site—https://camilacornelsen.com/ Mexican Pizza: The Musical—www.youtube.com/watch?v=5odcQsDqhOA Todxs Nós (HBO)—  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11212828/ Copacabana Club—https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Jc794iJjp6CeNmHVy63OO Greg Fraser—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0292132/ The Batman—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1877830/ Alfred Hitchcock—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000033/ Spike Jonze—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005069/ Iggy Pop—https://everyloser.iggypop.com/?ref=https://www.google.com/ Musicbed Podcast—linktr.ee/musicbed Brought to you by Musicbed, the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. Learn more: musicbed.com.
Jim Cummings on Why it Doesn't Matter if Hollywood Cares About Your Films
Feb 21 2023
Jim Cummings on Why it Doesn't Matter if Hollywood Cares About Your Films
Jim Cummings is the producer/director/writer/actor behind acclaimed feature and short films like Thunder Road, The Wolf of Snow Hollow, and The Beta Test. His work has garnered multiple Grand Jury Prize nominations and wins at both Sundance and SXSW. In episode #004 of the Musicbed Podcast, Jim offers empowering advice for filmmakers attempting to break into Hollywood on their own terms  Topics include finding allies among industry gatekeepers, making the most out of DIY distribution, and the years-long journey to overnight success. • The reality of the Hollywood machine • Bootstrapping your own success • Capitalizing on new-found clout • The secrets of DIY distribution • The positive impact of "summer camp" sets • The Sundance/SXSW/Cannes experience Thunder Road—https://vimeo.com/174957219 The Beta Test—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11738830/ The Wolf of Snow Hollow—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11140488 David Fincher—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000399/ Alien 3—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0103644/ David Gordon Green—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0337773/ Halloween Kills—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10665338/ Sundance2016—https://vimeo.com/173868076 The Robbery—https://vimeo.com/205973976 Lil Dicky—https://www.youtube.com/@LilDickyRap/videos Musicbed Podcast—linktr.ee/musicbed Brought to you by Musicbed, the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. Learn more: musicbed.com.
Jared Malik Royal on The Power of Art-First Filmmaking
Feb 7 2023
Jared Malik Royal on The Power of Art-First Filmmaking
Director Jared Malik Royal has worked for brands like Hypebeast, Mercedes-Benz, and Levi’s. He’s directed videos and teasers for artists Samm Henshaw, Daniel Caesar, Bryan Senti, and more. In episode #003 of the Musicbed Podcast, Jared shares the value of staying present in an age of distractions. Topics include the real-life hope found in sci-fi world-building, the meaningful differences between art and content, and why creatives might be thinking the wrong way about AI. Jared Malik Royal—https://www.jaredmroyal.com/Alien—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078748/The Fifth Element—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119116/Blade—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120611/Heal—https://www.jaredmroyal.com/project-tape-healDALL·E 2—https://openai.com/dall-e-2/Musicbed Podcast—linktr.ee/musicbedListen to Jared Malik Royal's favorite songs on Musicbed— https://musicbed.com/playlists/jared-malik-royal/4206Read more about our podcast with Jared Malik Royal: https://musicbed.com/blog/films/podcast/musicbed-podcast-003-with-director-jared-malik-royal Brought to you by Musicbed, the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. Learn more: musicbed.com.
Eliot Rausch on Turning Your Unique POV Into Your Superpower
Jan 24 2023
Eliot Rausch on Turning Your Unique POV Into Your Superpower
Eliot Rausch is one of the most in-demand directors in the industry. His rise to acclaim was quick and unconventional, and his outlook remains undeniably unique. In episode #002 of the Musicbed Podcast, Eliot offers creatives a master class in navigating the intersection of vulnerability and vision. Topics include finding acceptance as an outsider, overcoming imposter syndrome, and how he uses difficult raw emotions to his advantage. Eliot Rausch—http://www.eliotrausch.comHow to Win Friends and Influence People—https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/How_to_Win_Friends_and_Influence_PeopleLast Minutes With ODEN—https://vimeo.com/8191217Alejandro Iñárritu—https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0327944/The Revenant—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1663202/Unbreakable—https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0217869/A World Unseen—https://youtu.be/pJfTfsXFbLkBreathing Underwater—https://vimeo.com/94936857Chad—https://vimeo.com/groups/686279/videos/187759429Unique—https://vimeo.com/187759430Musicbed Podcast—linktr.ee/musicbed Listen to Eliot Rausch's favorite songs on Musicbed — https://musicbed.com/playlists/eliot-rausch/4192 Read more about our podcast with Eliot Rausch — https://musicbed.com/blog/films/podcast/002-eliot-rausch-on-turning-your-unique-pov-into-your-superpower Brought to you by Musicbed, the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. Learn more: musicbed.com.
Natalie Kingston on The Challenges and Thrills of Filming an Apple TV+ Series
Jan 10 2023
Natalie Kingston on The Challenges and Thrills of Filming an Apple TV+ Series
DP Natalie Kingston’s most recent work is the acclaimed Apple TV+ series, Black Bird. In episode #001 of the Musicbed Podcast, Natalie discusses navigating the show’s accelerated interview and pre-production process, shares the value of trusting yourself when up against the clock, and offers advice for shooting with intention, getting the most from every rep, and doing a lot with very little. Show Notes: Natalie Kingston — https://www.nataliekingston.com/Black Bird — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4301160/Solar Driftwood — https://vimeo.com/409671696Michaël Roskam — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1742427/Dennis Lehane — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1212331/Lost Bayou — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7974156/The Musicbed Podcast — linktr.ee/musicbedRead more about our podcast with Natalie Kingston — https://musicbed.com/blog/films/podcast/natalie-kingston-filming-apple-tv-seriesListen to Natalie Kingston's favorite songs on Musicbed — https://www.musicbed.com/playlists/natalie-kingston Brought to you by Musicbed, the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. Learn more: musicbed.com.