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Now you see my taste in films that I’m willing to rent or buy. Caster’s valiant effort is worth a watch! As this is an indie film, she did everything a big studio film would do and she did it well. This is a character driven genre and the transformational arc is subtitle but satisfying. Tate Donovan is incredibly real as the bio dad. And Caster directed him really well because his performance felt really true. Her comic relief were three of her buddies at Leisure World and that storyline was super charming. For anyone struggling with how their life is unfolding - Rhythm is a Dancer is like chicken soup for the soul.

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For the full review check the link here:

https://filmmakermixer.com/blood-magick/

The webpage has a non-affiliate link for where you can stream this very fun feature film!

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The Third Degree: Making a Whodunit

Director Ryan Little and writer/producer McKay Daines join the Filmmaker Mixer Podcast to discuss the making of The Third Degree. From developing the story to navigating production challenges, they share the creative decisions that shaped the film.

Filmmakers will learn about directing, writing, producing, collaboration, and the realities of bringing an independent film from idea to screen. Discover the process behind the project and the lessons learned along the way.

#FilmmakerMixer #TheThirdDegree #IndieFilm #FilmFestival #Filmmaking

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9/11: Reclaiming Ground Zero — Democracy After Tragedy

What happened after the smoke cleared and the rubble was removed from Ground Zero? 9/11: RECLAIMING GROUND ZERO tells the remarkable story of how New York confronted one of the most difficult questions imaginable: what should be built on the site of the World Trade Center?

In this episode of the Filmmaker Mixer Podcast, we go behind the scenes with the filmmakers of a powerful documentary about the events of 9/11 and their aftermath. We explore the creative and editorial challenges of shaping an enormous archive of footage and firsthand perspectives into a cohesive story, balancing thousands of voices, and finding the emotional and narrative structure within one of the most consequential events in modern history.

#FilmmakerMixer #DocumentaryFilm #911ReclaimingGroundZero #Filmmaking #Documentary

Episode link:

https://youtu.be/kKHxqY7-xIk?si=1xZ_1nuNFuU4oaOc

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Making the Personal Universal: Ophelia Harutyunyan on Fried Chicken and Strip Checkers

Writer/director Ophelia Harutyunyan joins Filmmaker Mixer to discuss Fried Chicken and Strip Checkers, a deeply personal film rooted in the reality of 2000s Armenia. Ophelia explains how she combined fiction and documentary instincts, practical production design, real archival footage, personal family objects, and a cast of young actors to create an authentic world.

For filmmakers and film students, this conversation offers a fascinating look at translating childhood memories into cinema, directing young performers, recreating a specific time period, and knowing when real-world details can make a story more powerful. The film has screened at film festivals, bringing this personal piece of Armenian history to audiences around the world.

#FilmmakerMixer #FriedChickenAndStripCheckers #IndieFilm #tiff2026 #torontointernationalfilmfestival

Episode link:

https://youtu.be/Ahe3jWVDkao?si=YcS4LSAfOKhMEn8T

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The Story Behind Where the Horses Heal the Soul

Twila LaBar and Dr. Nancy Krenek join the Filmmaker Mixer Podcast to discuss Where the Horses Heal the Soul, a documentary following the remarkable work of ROCK—Ride On Center for Kids—and the life-changing bond between therapy horses and the people they serve.

We explore documentary storytelling, building trust with real-life subjects, capturing authentic emotion, and the creative decisions behind telling stories of healing with honesty and compassion. Filmmakers will gain valuable insights into documentary production, visual storytelling, and crafting emotionally powerful narratives.

Where the Horses Heal the Soul has connected with audiences through its inspiring message and mission-driven storytelling.

#Documentary #Filmmaking #FilmmakerMixer #IndieFilm #DocumentaryFilm

Episode link:

https://youtu.be/LUy_JWgeicg?si=TYXF524DY8G76YiT

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Khizer Khani on Micro-Budget Sci-Fi

Writer-director Khizer Khani joins the Filmmaker Mixer Podcast to discuss making an ambitious dystopian sci-fi feature in just 12.5 shooting days. He shares the production choices that protected the story, stretched a limited budget, and created a believable futuristic world without expensive visual effects.

If you’re an indie filmmaker, film student, or festival fan, you’ll come away with practical lessons you can apply to your own projects.

#FilmmakerMixer #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #SciFi #TheKhaniProject

Episode link:

https://youtu.be/rIbFt82EKho?si=_NajfXMozBIkkZDe

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Jennifer M. Kay: The Making of CERTIFIABLE Season 2

Jennifer M. Kay joins the Filmmaker Mixer Podcast to talk about CERTIFIABLE, the comedy web series she created while taking on multiple roles including writer, director, producer and actor. The series follows actresses Lex and Gabby as they navigate the chaos of their careers, and the first season earned significant recognition on the festival circuit.

Jennifer takes us behind the scenes of creating an independent web series, from writing and directing comedy to performing while directing, solving production problems and learning how to build an audience. Filmmakers will get practical insight into what it takes to create your own opportunities when you don’t have a giant production machine behind you.

#FilmmakerMixer #Certifiable #JenniferMKay #IndieFilmmaking #WebSeries

Episode Link:

https://youtu.be/FrbAJ69JVpU?si=L-1u8c4osITrKiqc

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The Making of AMERICAN FLAKE | Authentic Indie Filmmaking

Writer-director Andrew David Paterson, producer-actor Hazel Hering and actor Oliver Austin join Filmmaker Mixer to discuss the feature film AMERICAN FLAKE, an indie comedy that explores grief, friendship, and growing up through authentic, character-driven storytelling inspired by their hometown of Eugene, Oregon.

Learn how they cast a first-time actor, balanced comedy with emotional depth, and built a deeply personal feature that feels honest from beginning to end. This episode is packed with practical insights for indie filmmakers, writers, directors, and film students looking to create meaningful stories on a limited budget.

#FilmmakerMixer #AmericanFlake #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #Screenwriting

Episode link:

https://youtu.be/0drLG6fXlhU?si=Ij2YnsQI51b1ys7o

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Freddie Poole: Building the Biggest Stunts in Tulsa King

What does it take to create the explosive action of Tulsa King? Three-time Emmy-nominated stunt coordinator and second unit director Freddie Poole joins Filmmaker Mixer to break down the craft behind Tulsa King stunts.

Freddie takes us inside the Episode 2 home-invasion fight, the massive Grand Hotel explosion, the Dunmire compound assault, and the climactic Dwight vs. Dunmire showdown. He also discusses working with Sylvester Stallone for more than 15 years and what filmmakers can learn about designing, rehearsing, shooting, and safely executing complex action.

If you’re a filmmaker, stunt performer, film student, or simply fascinated by how television action is actually made, this episode is packed with practical insight.

#TulsaKing #Filmmaking #StuntCoordinator #FilmProduction #FilmmakerMixer

Episode link:

https://youtu.be/CS7Pv-6ClyQ?si=GiGDiuHP3ZQma2Hj

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Turning Inspiration Into Film: The Making of Paper Flowers

Based on the inspiring true story of Shalin Shah, Paper Flowers transforms a rare cancer diagnosis into a remarkable story of love, gratitude, and purpose. Writer/director Mahesh Pailoor and writer/producer Asit Vyas join the Filmmaker Mixer Podcast to discuss adapting real life into a compelling feature film and the creative decisions behind every emotional moment.

Whether you’re an indie filmmaker, screenwriter, producer, or film student, you’ll learn about adapting true stories, directing emotionally authentic performances, producing independent features, and finding the heart of a film.

#FilmmakerMixer #PaperFlowers #Filmmaking #Screenwriting #IndependentFilm

Episode Link:

https://youtu.be/YzDRJFoUNOk?si=rmaNSPJah6OzPkiS

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Monster: The Ed Gein Story | Corey Castellano on Emmy-Nominated Prosthetic Makeup

Emmy-nominated Makeup Department Head Corey Castellano joins the Filmmaker Mixer Podcast to discuss the incredible prosthetic and period makeup behind Monster: The Ed Gein Story. From transforming Charlie Hunnam into Ed Gein to creating realistic aging effects under unforgiving high-definition cameras, Corey shares how his team brought one of television’s most challenging characters to life.

This conversation is packed with practical insights for filmmakers, makeup artists, and film students. Learn about prosthetic design, continuity, actor collaboration, working under tight production schedules, and what it takes to create award-worthy makeup that disappears on screen.

Whether you’re interested in special effects makeup, production design, or filmmaking craftsmanship, this episode offers an inside look at one of television’s most impressive transformations.

#FilmmakerMixer #Monster #EdGein #SpecialEffectsMakeup #Emmys charliehunnam

Episode link:

https://youtu.be/aaNlRACMuOg?si=-ppO1ZyruB6dSPwy

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