SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking

1. Fade In To Film: Where Movie Ideas Come From

Episode 167 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded November 22, 2023.Before you pull your phone out of your pocket to film, you should have a story in mind. Our panel discusses where to get ideas for stories from, write a screenplay and make that movie! Why most indie filmmakers write and produce their films instead of selling their screenplays to studios, especially if they use smartphone cameras.What we discuss: How we generate our ideas for filmsDifferences between short

Nov 28,2023 01:16:39

2. Your Legacy As An Artist with Susy Botello

Episode 166 was recorded November 19, 2023.In episode 166, I open my heart to you with a message I hope reaches you when you need it and where you need it. Listen thru to the end for a personal message from me to you. In this episode:Filmmakers, writers, artists, writers, performers, actors, photographers and musicians, etc. are artistsExperienced filmmaker versus the novice using smartphone camerasLearning about yourself through your art and your filmsHow your mobile films inspire othersA perso

Nov 21,2023 34:44

3. Fade In To Film: Planning A Smartphone Feature Film

Episode 165 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded November 8, 2023.Break out your notebooks! Come back to this episode when you’re ready to make your feature film. We’re walking you through each step during pre-production of a mobile feature film.What we discuss:First meeting with key crew membersCasting calls, when to secure your principal actorsLocations and shot list vs storyboardProps and renting smartphonesWhich comes when? Jason Shares his role in pre-productionPanel

Nov 14,2023 01:10:30

4. Fade In To Film: Lights, Shadows and Music Halloween Special

Episode 164 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded October 25, 2023.Happy Halloween! Tonight the spooks are the vibe. We share insights into some topics around the scary movie genre and making smartphone films.What we discuss:Scary music and music for effectsLight and shadows for scary moviesLevi shares how he shot a spooky scene for ParalysisThe panelists share personal scary “ghost” storiesand more! Panelists in this episode: Levi Austin Morris, Jason Rivera and Joey Min.

Oct 31,2023 01:20:47

5. Smartphone Camera Viewfinder and Storytelling with Steve Weiss

In episode 163 I chat with producer and director Steve Weiss, one of the founders of Zacuto based in Chicago, Illinois. Steve and I get into the weeds about filmmaking and storytelling.Steve and his founding partner, Cinematographer Jens Bogehegn have worked together for many years in the industry. The duo created Zacuto and design products together.   Smart Z-Finder is a smartphone film industry game changer. We share how and why.We discuss filmmaking history and the future through the perspect

Oct 24,2023 01:23:45

6. Fade In To Film: SBP Podcast Birthday Special Edition

Episode 162 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded October 11, 2023.We sing, we laugh…I almost cry at the end, it’s a jam-packed special birthday episode and we want you to celebrate with us. Grab some cake and join the party. What we discuss:Why and how our podcast beganMaking the best from attending film festivalsHow Joey and his team created a YouTube channel using a regimenHow Jason juggles scoring several filmsCreators and filmmakers supporting each otherWe also discus

Oct 17,2023 01:11:17

7. The Art of Storytelling and Photography with Ant Pruitt

In episode 161 I have the honor to chat one-on-one with my friend Ant Pruitt, a host of the TWIT.TV Network's TWIG (This Week In Google) show. We chat about the art and storytelling in photography and I ask him to share his perspective on a few things as a well-informed professional in the tech industry and as a photographer. “If you can go back and look at those old images and feel something, you’re doing right. You’re doing okay.” Ant PruittAnt has been on our judges panel for several years an

Oct 10,2023 01:10:56

8. Fade In To Film: New Tech for Smartphone Filmmakers and Sound Design

Episode 160 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded September 27, 2023.The iPhone 15 Pro has features that can help you meet the criteria to qualify getting your feature film into Netflix, and maybe win an Oscars. The new Blackmagic Camera free app is packed with features but I lament it’s not available for Android smartphone filmmakers. We talk about Joey’s awesome sound design with his iPhone web series shot with an iPhone. Plus more! Panelists in this episode: Ryan McDon

Oct 03,2023 01:02:30

9. iPhone, AI and Camera Apps with Arthur Mikheev

Episode 159 of the SBP Podcast is jam-packed with tips. I had the privilege to speak to our friend in Moscow, Arthur Mikheev. Arthur won the First Prize Award with his short film, War is Not A Game in San Diego’s International Mobile Film Festival’s 2021 edition.Arthur teaches smartphone filmmaking with his school, Pocket Film. Just last week, he shot a video that shows the beautiful potential of what you can do with the new Blackmagic Camera App released less than two weeks ago.We discuss:AICam

Sep 26,2023 01:11:45

10. Fade In To Film: The Other Story You Should Be Telling

Episode 158 is our bi-weekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded September 13, 2023.If you’re interested in film, you’ve heard that filmmaking is storytelling. But what if your film doesn’t end up seeing the light of day after all? What if years or months later, you still want to bring awareness to your project? The Fade In To Film panel has a heart-to-heart discussion on how to achieve this, and you can start right now. A special thanks to Joey out in the woods! The panelists: Ryan McDo

Sep 19,2023 54:51

11. How Can I Help?

In episode 157 of the SBP Podcast I ask you to to tell me more about you and to tell me what I can do in my podcast to help you more.This episode is just you and me. It’s like a one-on-one and I invite you to join me. I share some insights into documentary filmmaking and how smartphone cameras can benefit you so that you can make high quality documentaries with your phone.I also mention why mobile filmmaking is not just for filmmakers. I share other tips and some insights about why I do what I’m

Sep 12,2023 24:52

12. Fade In To Film: Your Brand and Filmmaking

Episode 156 is our biweekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded August 30, 2023.We tackle a few topics with our panelists, but we begin with Levi’s well informed message, as a union member, about the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes and how they affect indie filmmakers. We discuss what self branding implies and the shift it’s taken for creators, artists and filmmakers during the popularity of social media. This topic led us to discuss self-distribution as an individual and as a community. Could

Sep 05,2023 01:13:27

13. Fade In To Film: Making Films Versus Products

Episode 155 is our biweekly panel discussion. This episode was recorded August 16, 2023.Susy and the panelists discuss film versus product. Art versus commercialization. How we make films and how the perception of what we create matters, or does it? Does smartphone filmmaking give you more freedom to be creative? We also discuss funding your projects.Panelists in this episode: Ryan McDonald, Levi Austin Morris, Jason Rivera, Joey Min. Learn more about the panelists: http://fadeintofilm.com SBP P

Aug 22,2023 01:03:02

14. Legal Talk for Filmmakers and Content Creators with Joshua Lastine

Episode 154 with Joshua R. Lastine of Lastine Entertainment Law PC in Beverly Hills, will hopefully provide you with some of the assurance you need to create films you can distribute, and help keep you out of legal trouble.Many smartphone filmmakers and indie filmmakers may not be aware of the obstacles that can come along with trying to get your films distributed into film festivals and streaming services. After all that work, you want to get it seen. Maybe even earn some revenue.I sat down wit

Aug 15,2023 48:50

15. Fade In To Film: Are We Mentoring AI?

Recorded August 2, 2023Episode 153 of the SBP Podcast is the latest Fade In To Film panel discussion!Susy and the panelists discuss if we are going to mentor AI over humans. If now is a good time for actors to make their own mobile films, and cast themselves. And has the definition of what Indie film is changed over time. Panelists in this episode: Ryan McDonald, Jason Rivera, Erica “ET” Taylor, Joey Min. Learn more about the panelists: http://fadeintofilm.com SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The

Aug 08,2023 01:10:29

16. Making a Dance Studio Film with Brionne Olsen

In episode 152 we bring back Brionne Olsen in South Africa. Brionne is a sound engineer, filmmaker and storyteller. He’s been inspired to create smartphone videos and films since 2020.Brionne made a short film this year with the Elements Of Moment Dance Studio. The film is a beautiful dance performance choreographed by Ashley-Jade Miranda. Brionne asked for a performance that expressed women empowered through movement. He used his iPhone 11, an anamorphic lens, a gimbal and two lights. The film

Aug 01,2023 01:10:56

17. Fade In To Film: We Can’t Stop Talking AI

Episode 151 was recorded July 19, 2023. Fade In To Film panelists discuss current topics in the minds of smartphone and indie filmmakers, artists, and content creators. Topics discussed:AI pro’s and con’s and how AI affects storytelling, art, and filmDo you need a new smartphone camera to make a better film?Which genres benefit the most from smartphone filmmakingThis week, Jason Rivera joins us in our first official FITF panel discussion. FITF is a Bi-Weekly Panel Discussion covering topics of i

Jul 25,2023 01:41:43

18. Fade In To Film Program Panel Introduction

In episode 150 we introduce you to Fade In To Film. FITF is a Bi-Weekly Panel Discussion covering topics of interest affecting the filmmaking and mobile filmmaking community jointly, with a foundation in storytelling through film.The program discusses current events and news of interest to both communities, with an effort to solidify the connection between them.Host and moderator for the ongoing series, Susy Botello, leads Fade In To Film with five industry experts: Ryan McDonald, Levi Austin Mo

Jul 18,2023 46:30

19. Music in Film Tells the Story with Jason Rivera

Filmmaking is storytelling, and music can bring your story to the next level. Jason Rivera has been writing and making music since he was four years old. In episode 149, Jason is going to share valuable insights into his world of music from the perspective of a storyteller. We have a fascinating discussion about the importance of film directors to work think about the film score and bring a good music composer into the process before the film is in production.Submissions for the 13th Edition of

Jul 04,2023 01:05:11

20. Video Production with iPhone with Erica “ET” Taylor

Erica “ET” Taylor spent years getting a master’s degree and instructing video production, mainly for sports. She’s a video producer who shoots and edits on her iPhone. Most recently, she shot a short film, Coming Home and it made it into the Rookie Award category in San Diego’s International Mobile Film Festival.Episode 148 is a conversation about ET’s filmmaking experience, video production business and her coming to San Diego with the film’s protagonist, Shellsy Malveaux and Carla Lyles.Shells

Jun 27,2023 01:01:59

21. Bonding with Your Kids and Smartphone Movie Making with Ryan Mc Donald and Sophia McDonald

Ten years old making movies and winning awards, inspired by her award winning filmmaker Dad Ryan McDonald, Sophia McDonald writes, directs and stars in her short film The Sister Sister Jinx shot with an iPhone.Episode 147 is Sophia’s podcast debut. The film is roughly 2 and half minutes long and was a family project with the participation of Dad, sister Alyssa as her co-star. There is even an appearance by Leo the Cat. Ryan and Sophia share how they made this film and how the film helped them bo

Jun 13,2023 36:18

22. A Career in Television Inspired Filmmaking with Monique Gall

Monique Lea-Gall has earned many television credits as an actor. Her journey as a dancer on TV Awards shows with celebrities like Will Smith, Gwen Stefani, Diddi, and many more, moved into television shows like Law & Order, American Horror Story and currently on SWAT. She’s also worked on feature films.Monique and her husband Rome Gall produced a short film, Me vs Me which screened at this year’s International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego April 29. Rome also played one of the main character

May 30,2023 01:18:44

23. Special Presentation IMFF in San Diego with Jed Brophy

Jed Brophy is an Honorary Ambassador for the IMFF, where all films are shot with smartphone cameras, and has been a recurring judge in the short film competition. Episode 145 is a bit of a first bringing you a part of our in-person film festival with Jed's presentation.Since 2020, Jed has been trying to make his way to our film festival in San Diego. Of course, we all know what happened in 2020 but Jed had been busy working on The Rings Of Power which premiered on Amazon Prime last year.Jed sha

May 16,2023 56:52

24. Smartphone Filmmaking Rewards You Forever with Levi Austin Morris

Levi Austin Morris won the Best Feature film Award for Paralysis at this year’s International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego, California. The entire film was shot with two iPhones. Paralysis is a horror film of about an hour 47 or so minutes long. Levi and I discuss the intricate details that went into making the film and the reactions it received at the festival.We discuss the impressive experience he and his team had during the festival. It’s a fun, energetic discussion on the unique energy

May 09,2023 01:08:55

25. Smartphone Film and September 11 with Susy Botello

It was September 11, 2001 and my experience that day sparked a vision of the future that lasted for years. Eight years later, from that vision, I launched a film festival where all the films only qualified if they were shot with a cell phone camera. It was before the iPhone 4 launched introducing me to smartphones.You can read and listen to the original audio story with it’s full description:https://susybotello.substack.com/p/how-september-11th-created-my-journey#details Tickets are now on sale

Apr 04,2023 27:05

26. Experimenting with Narrative Feature Films and Smartphones with Luis Fernandez

Our guest in episode 142 is Luis Fernandez who is an actor, filmmaker and live performer. His feature film, Desconocidas (Unknowns) is screening during San Diego’s International Mobile Film Festival in its 12th edition April 28-30. Luis shares the story behind a filmmaking experience which is pretty mind-blowing. Filming during the pandemic was already challenging, but when each actor was in another country, and so were the live viewers of the final performance, that’s really quite a feat! Luis

Feb 28,2023 56:40

27. The Making of A Cinematic Feature Shot On iPhone with Levi Austin Morris

In episode 141 I invite L.A. filmmaker Levi Austin Morris back for an update on his iPhone feature film, Paralysis. We talk about the completion of the film and funding campaign. Details on turning a horror story into an entertaining, high quality film using iPhone 11 Pro & iPhone 12 Pro. Why he connected his own story to sleep paralysis.Topics we discuss:- The props, locations, actors, makeup, after effects, audio, wardrobe, ADR and more!- How the story connects to his own personal story- Fundi

Jan 31,2023 01:12:20

28. Witnessing Stories Making Documentary Films with Chris Collier

Episode 140 is a treat! We discuss feature documentary filmmaking with director Chris Collier. Chris and I take a deep dive into the genre from his perspective as a filmmaker. We discuss his feature doc, FrightFest: Beneath the Dark Heart of Cinema. We go all in on what you need to know to make your own documentary film. Chris thinks your smartphone camera is ideal for the genre. Are you up for the challenge to make a cinematic feature documentary?Chris is a professional filmmaker in Brighton, U

Jan 17,2023 01:05:01

29. A Moment In Time Is Your Film with Susy Botello

In this episode 139 I share how the stars connect to moments and moments turn into stories. Then I share insights on how the turning point for a filmmaker in an industry that is revolutionizing could be the biggest decision to making a successful film.Read inspiring articles on our Smartphone Filmmaking Publication, including an article that accompanies this episode: https://medium.com/smartphonefilmmaking SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted

Dec 20,2022 27:08

30. No Crew No Gear iPhone Filmmaking with Alex Reid

In episode 138 I introduce Alex Reid to our listeners and also introduce Alex to some of the accomplishments previous filmmakers have made using smartphones to make films. Alex made a film, The Countdown, with no gear or crew and filmed it using his iPhone. “We are all just one strange moment away from going viral.” —The CountdownWe discuss several topics, such as Alex’s film The CountdownA tripod and no gearLighting without lighting gear Alex believes story is kingThe perks of the camera that’s

Dec 13,2022 01:05:20

31. Inspiring College Students Interview with Susy Botello by Paulina Colis

In episode 137 I share a radio interview. The interview took place at Grossmont College by Griffin Radio Show Host Paulina Colis. She asked me to share my journey with smartphone filmmaking, our podcast, and how the vision came to be during my time at the college during September 11, 2001. I also share some words for students on their journey which Paulina found inspiring.We discuss several topics, such as:The International Mobile Film Festival in San DiegoThe SBP Podcast Mobile FilmmakingSome m

Nov 29,2022 41:48

32. Smartphones are the Window to Your Stories with Susy Botello

In episode Number 136, I share some tips and reasons on why and how you can start filmmaking today. After listening to this episode, you’re going to want to. I recorded this episode early the same morning I published it, drinking espresso. How to start filmmaking without a story? Really? Yes! I’ll share how you can without breaking my rule: Story first. I discuss several topics, such as:The magic of storytelling through filmThe screen is the window to your story while you shootTwo products I rec

Nov 15,2022 38:41

33. Build Your Filmmaking Family with Joey Ming and Stephanie Pham

In episode 135 we have a very resourceful discussion with Joey Min and Stephanie Pham of Art School Dropouts: A Film Production Company and YouTube Channel based in the east coast. They are a media group that creates narrative-driven weekly exciting, fun and “feel-good” content. We discuss how to build a family to work with on more than one project. *Correction in the title: Joey Min is the correct name.We speak to the shift for filmmakers who are online. Filmmakers are also content creators who

Nov 01,2022 01:02:13

34. Cosplay Smartphone Filmmaking with Jasper Capalad

In episode 134 we bring you Jasper Capalad. Jasper is a multi-talented creator, with a great number of talents and skills. One of them is making movies with his iPhone.He’s recently won an award with his fan film, Spider-Man: Field Day. Which won ‘Best Fan Film’ at the Tarzana Comic Con Film FestThe film won over another incredible film shot with a traditional camera. His film was made with only $1,000.We discuss several topics, such as his award-winning fan film, Spider-Man: Field Day. There is

Oct 25,2022 01:00:58

35. Smartphone Photography Hands On with Ant Pruitt

In episode 133 we have an instructive discussion with our friend Ant Pruitt of Hands On Photography. Ant Pruitt has accepted an invitation to sit on two judging panels for the 12th edition of the International Mobile Film Festival. Some things we discuss:The smartphone photography mythPrinting smartphone photos to canvasPhotography basics for all photographersPixels and resolutionStorytelling with photographsA few links we refer to in the show:Hands-On-Photography Episode mentioned on the show:h

Oct 11,2022 01:26:32

36. Smartphone Movies in Nigeria with Shola Ajayi

In episode 132 I have a great discussion with Shola Ajayi. Shola is an instructor at Ithaca College in upstate New York. She founded UR4Africa as a filmmaker after her experience filming in Lagos. We discuss Nollywood, New Nollywood and making movies with mobile phones.Some things we discuss:What is Nollywood and New NollywoodStorytelling is part of cultureHow we’re missing stories from elders in our communities, and homesSupply and demand for filmmakers in NigeriaWhy filmmakers need to writeRea

Oct 04,2022 01:00:43

37. Making Features with iPhone and Loving It with Ryan and Brandie McDonald

In episode 131 I bring you independent filmmakers, Ryan and Brandie McDonald from Ogden, Utah. They submitted a feature film shot with an iPhone for the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego back in 2020 and attended the festival this past April for the 11th edition and presented a workshop at the festival. We'll discuss their workshop on feature filmmaking with iPhone and indie filmmaking. Plus, we share some news!Some things we discuss:Feature Filmmaking with iPhoneStorytelling is ev

Sep 20,2022 01:07:31

38. Filmic Pro Update with Max Schleser and Susy Botello

In this episode 130 I invited my pioneer colleague Max Schleser, in Melbourne, to share some uplifting history of 2011 versus today. Where do we go from here? This episode is based on the news late last week that Filmic Pro has been acquired by a company and it has moved into a subscription based app. The pricing is out of touch with mobile filmmakers worldwide.Some things we discuss:- What Filmic Pro has done to grow mobile filmmaking- Mobile Filmmaking efforts in 2011 by pioneers- Some options

Sep 06,2022 31:48

39. Making Movies with Mobile Phones is Mainstream

In this episode 129 I share the story of why indie filmmakers are embracing smartphone filmmaking and why mobile filmmakers should acknowledge where we are today.Some things I talk about:Distribution potential for your feature film shot with a smartphoneIndependent filmmaking versus mobile filmmakingWhy the accessibility to the camera is what distinguishes traditional from mobileThe media attention famous directors receive make mobile filmsStanding out with a mobile film may get you media attent

Aug 30,2022 29:07

40. Screenwriting False Beliefs and Flaws - In The Weeds Series with Jason C. Marshall

In this episode 128 we talk to Jason C. Marshall as part of our ongoing In The Weeds series. We discuss the art and technicality of screenwriting great stories as films. False beliefs and flaws was a large topic we discussed in this episode. What we discuss:Ideas aren’t stories Why you should begin with your characters before you begin writing your idea into a screenplayThe flaws of your characters and how it can benefit your storyThe importance of capturing your audience for the long haulWe s

Aug 23,2022 01:12:59

41. Comic-Con International in San Diego Stories with Aaron Nabus

Inspired by our experience in San Diego’s Comic-Con International just weeks after our 2022 edition of the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego, our brand ambassador Aaron Nabus and I share stories from SDCC and IMFF. I bring up my smartphone video experience during the convention and Aaron shares his experience as a moderator in a special panel with Kid-Comics creator Keithan Jones, https://www.kid-comics.com/.Listen to Episode 127 of the SBP Podcast in your favorite podcast app.What

Aug 02,2022 39:11

42. You Can Shoot A Live Action Film with iPhone with Art School Dropouts

If you are looking for motivation for a live action made on a smartphone film, stop here and click play. Joey Min and Stephanie Pham of Art School Dropouts, based in Jersey, are our guests in episode 126.   Art School Dropouts has created an iPhone shot series on the web, using YouTube. They’ve created a community, and they are blowing people away with what they’ve accomplished with an iPhone and a gimbal. What we discuss:Why they are using the iPhone camera when they have alternativesHow to g

Jun 21,2022 01:19:09

43. Celebrate Your Smartphone Movies in San Diego with Caroline Spence and James Smith

Three days of entertaining and inspiring presentations, screenings, workshops, celebrations and more! It was the last weekend in April and as is tradition, a new edition of the festival took place in San Diego, California. They came, they laughed, they cheered and they even shed a tear or two, but they all said they had a “blast.”   James Smith and Caroline Spence experienced the vibes at the annual film festival which only accepts films shot with smartphone cameras. All brands.James and Carolin

May 10,2022 28:48

44. The Thrill of Mobile Filmmaking and Teens with Quinn Friedman

A heartwarming story turned into a film with 17 year-old Quinn Friedman participating in the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego. We discuss how he made a film that showcases skills normally seen with more experienced filmmakers. Listen to a young inspiring actor and filmmaker discuss the power of storytelling in film and how he made his film with his younger brother and sister. The film has already been accepted in a traditional non-mobile film festival. What we discuss:The details

Mar 15,2022 56:10

45. Empowering Women and Mobile Filmmaking with Antoinette Van Sluytman

Today is International Women’s Day and our guest, Antoinette Van Sluytman, shares her mission to empower women in the creative industry. We discuss the power that smartphone cameras give everyone to share their own stories through film.I met Antoinette in San Diego’s Black Com!x Day 2022 in February. Antoinette was part of a panel called, “Black Women in Comics and Publishing” and she discussed the challenges or being a woman of color in the industry.  Antoinette and her sister Rose are the owne

Mar 08,2022 47:54

46. iPhone Wildlife Photography and Video with Scott Bourne

In this episode I pick the brain of a nature and wildlife photographer Scott Bourne. Scott is also a professional videographer. His extensive experience is inspiring and he recently had an experience where he turned to an iPhone 13 Pro and now he insists on using it as his camera.Scott’s quote during our conversation: “Nobody cares what you do, they care why you do it.” Simon Sinek from his book, “Start With Why.”I bring up a bit about where we are in the International Mobile Film Festival takin

Mar 01,2022 58:28

47. Dare Yourself To Make Smartphone Feature Films - James Demitri

It’s not common that we record an episode for the podcast with a fan. James Demitri is in Australia, and made a feature film with a smartphone inspired by our podcast and the stories from our guests. Misplaced, has won awards around the world and was recently selected in the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego, California.Find out more: https://internationalmobilefilmfestival.com/mffJames shares intimate details about the making of the film. For someone who had never experienced bein

Feb 15,2022 58:21

48. Audio Check Smartphone Film Production - Julian Bate-Vergette

We met Julian Bate-Vergette in episode 115. Julian’s experience and studies make him a great resource to get motivated about audio quality for your mobile films. Audio quality can make or break your film.Mobile filmmakers who are not experienced filmmakers do not always have the resources to make their films sound amazing. But that doesn’t mean your audio needs to be so poor it distracts from the overall quality of your film. Listen to episode 120 as we have a serious discussion about audio. I a

Feb 08,2022 01:22:04

49. The Smartphone Content Creator Featuring Ant Pruitt

Ant Pruitt works as a podcast host for a large podcast network. He researches the camera and photography industry, which he’s passionate about. Ant is a valuable resource for the content creator.Ant Pruitt is a judge in the shorts mobile film competition for the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego, California. His expertise brings an added value to the judging process.We discuss many interesting subjects around the expectations of mobile film and video with smartphones. Ant prefers A

Feb 01,2022 01:19:11

50. Making Smartphone Movies Building Trust with Ross Perkins

Have you made your first film? Have you tried but things weren’t working out on set even though you thought you were well prepared? Do you want to cast good actors but not sure how?In this episode, we talk to Ross Perkins, actor and filmmaker in Sydney, Australia. His feature film Mad House, shot with his iPhone premiered and won in San Diego’s International Mobile Film Festival’s 2019 edition. The success of his film had to do with a great story, fantastic acting and…his tribe. This film was ve

Jan 26,2022 01:15:59

51. In The Weeds Series: Character Development with Jason C. Marshall

In our newest episode, and the first in the new year, from our In The Weeds Series: Story Structure and Formula with Jason C. Marshall, we go all in with character development.Pardon us if you share a few laughs with us in this fun conversation about mobile filmmaking, the art of character development and our references to some films. One of the films we discussed was The Matrix Resurrections and the new, but not, Morpheus and Smith. We really go in-depth with character development in this episo

Jan 18,2022 01:08:32

52. Mobile Filmmaking in Russia with Maxim Mussel

We have a great discussion with the leading voice for smartphone movie making in Russia, Maxim Mussel. He’s made three feature films with smartphones and launched the only festival for mobile films in Russia. Incredibly, Maxim was inspired when he made a short film which won an award at the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego, California in 2014. He was so impressed with the festival in San Diego that he went all in on smartphone filmmaking. He launched the Filmmaker’s International

Jan 04,2022 01:04:40

53. When the Characters Shape the Film - Introducing Julian Bate-Vergette with Jason C. Marshall

2021 has been a great year for our podcast. We passed a couple of milestones like our 100th episode. But another milestone is how many wonderful guests we’ve had on the show. We also introduced our listeners to a new series called “In The Weeds” with Jason C. Marshall discussing story structure and formula for narrative screenwriting. The series aims to help filmmakers make unforgettable captivating films.In our episodes with Jason, he brings up his partner in filmmaking: Julian. In this episode

Dec 21,2021 01:21:26

54. NFT and Mobile Filmmaking - Robert David Duncan

What is NFT? It’s a Non Fungible Token and it authenticates your digital media as yours. This is one of the most attractive features. The other attraction to this is that you can build in a royalty to your art and media. If it gets sold, built into the code is that royalty so that you are paid as the original creator.Filmmakers are accustomed to royalties but most original creators are now able to gain the benefits of affirming ownership and receiving royalties for your work online.There are way

Dec 07,2021 47:21

55. In the Weeds Series From Idea to Concept in Film - Jason C. Marshall

Making movies can feel intimidating. One way to reduce that overwhelming feeling is by understanding there is a process which will guide you into believing in your idea. Coming up with an idea for your movie will lead you into creating the concept. You may need to go back to your idea as you develop your concept. But here’s the magic though. It’s while you are developing your concept that you may realize it’s not such a great idea! And isn’t it great to find out before you start writing a screen

Nov 23,2021 55:27

56. How Do You Find Your Passion to Make Great Films - Susy Botello

There is no doubt that after speaking to countless filmmakers in and outside this podcast, the most successful filmmakers are passionate about making films. Passion is a term you hear about a lot. If you are wondering if you need passion to make memorable films, I am going to help you answer the question. In this episode 112, I share my own experience and what I’ve learned about passion, how I discovered it and why it’s important for you to recognize your own passion in order to succeed as a not

Nov 09,2021 17:02

57. In the Weeds Series How to Start with Story in Film - Jason C. Marshall

Concept, Character and Theme are the big three concepts to keep in mind before you even think about the structure and formula in filmmaking. In this episode 111 of the “In The Weeds” series with Jason C. Marshall, we discuss those elements and then we discuss an exercise we conducted in Clubhouse: What if the Blair Witch Project was filmed today with smartphones? A very interesting discussion film students and indie filmmakers may enjoy. Also a little Halloween fun around filming during this spe

Oct 26,2021 56:08

58. Breakfast of Champions Smartphone Filmmaker - Beraat Gokkus

Fleeing from Turkey as a journalist while vacationing in Italy, our guest is Beraat Gokkus. Beraat is a journalist based in France turned multi-award-winning mobile filmmaker. He shares his story from 2016 with his first mobile short, Breakfast of Champions to The Lost Pen now streaming on Mobile Film Stories. His story is captivating and inspiring. His film The Lost Pen was shot in one long take through a building with multiple participants and an elaborate story. The film is almost 15 minutes

Oct 12,2021 01:03:28

59. In the Weeds Series: Get Your Acts Together - Jason C. Marshall

Part of The Mobile Film Podcast Series: In The Weeds, Episode 109 features Jason C. Marshall with Get Your Act(s) Together. Jason’s contribution to the series, “Story Formula and Structure” brings mobile smartphone filmmakers to the next level of filmmaking. In this episode Jason takes us into the weeds of the acts and introduces us to the beats, coming in the next session of the series. We discuss the Acts, are there 3, 4 or 5 Acts? The midpoint and setup and much more are discussed. Empowering

Oct 05,2021 56:52

60. In the Weeds Series Formula is Freedom - Jason C. Marshall

This episode is an introduction to a series which will accompany our regular episodes of this podcast. The Mobile Film Podcast Series: In The Weeds, Episode 108 features Jason C. Marshall with Formula is Freedom.Jason’s contribution to the series, “Story Formula and Structure” will bring mobile smartphone filmmakers to the next level of filmmaking. We cover the outline of what we’ll be discussing in future episodes in the series, bluetooth technology for content creators, how Jason uses Filmic P

Sep 21,2021 52:06

61. Getting Into the Weeds with Story in Film - Jason C. Marshall

The arch, the beats, the plot and the structure in your story make films compelling. Jason C. Marshall shares the elements in storytelling that will help you make great movies. Now that you’ve discovered your smartphone camera can make cinematic films, your story is what will make your movie memorable. Read the article for this episode 107: https://medium.com/smartphonefilmmaking Breaking down some of the most memorable films give filmmakers the ability to recreate new award-winning films that c

Aug 31,2021 01:25:27

62. Experience Counts Making Feature Smartphone Films - Darcy Yuille

Darcy Yuille wanted to make a feature and using an iPhone. Because of his professional experience in the industry he discovered it was important to get the story right. To give you an example of his professional experience, Darcy has worked on films like Pitch Black with Vin Diesel. Darcy is in Australia.He learned making films is not just something you jump into without disregard for the process and that includes research for the story and character development. The story in One Punch is about

Aug 17,2021 01:05:11

63. Shooting Western Feature Films with iPhones - Travis Mills

Travis Mills is the Director and CEO of Running Wild Films. He has challenged himself to make 12 Western films in 12 months, one per month. In episode 105 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking, we share the story of one of these films, which was shot with the iPhone.Read the article for this episode in our Smartphone Filmmaking Publication: https://medium.com/smartphonefilmmaking Travis loves a good challenge and calls himself a bit “crazy” so he jumped at the thought of shooting one of 12 Wes

Aug 03,2021 47:03

64. Behind The Scenes Indie Filmmaking - Caroline Spence and James Smith

Caroline Spence and James Smith are the brilliant filmmakers behind Raya Films, in the UK. They’ve been producing films and videos together since around 2004. And they’ve produced two feature length films using smartphone cameras. Most of the people I’ve spoken to have produced one feature film. There is one well-known filmmaker who’s produced two features using iPhones, In case you don’t know who that is: Steven Soderbergh. Read the Article About this Episode with links and photos on our Smartp

Jul 23,2021 01:15:59

65. The Proximity of Film and Identity with Brionne Olsen

Brionne Olsen is an audio engineer, filmmaker and storyteller. Bringing his audio skills that he’s acquired working in radio to the “theater of the mind” with film was a natural progression. In episode 103 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking, we share insights and the stories Brionne shares from South Africa to San Diego.Brionne began with music videos but decided to go into radio. He had high expectations but fell in love with the experience of working with audio for radio. Radio and imaging p

Jul 13,2021 01:17:58

66. It Takes A Village To Make A Movie - Levi Austin Morris

Actors teaming up to make films together is impressive. And it’s happening more and more often with the rise of smartphone filmmaking. You may think an actor cannot make a quality film, but think again. They have spent countless hours on film sets. They have the ability to ask questions and learn the filmmaking craft. They network with filmmakers all the time. And then…well, you knew I was going to bring it up, right? That’s correct, they have a smartphone camera close by.Our guest in episode 10

Jun 15,2021 01:25:16

67. Send A Message With Your Film - Arthur Mikheev

Arthur Mikheev was raised in Moscow, by parents who were skeptical of his interest in art as a career. Arthur was attracted to photography in his early days in school, but he soon found it to be complicated. It just wasn’t for him. So he became a musician and studied psychology. Arthur is a filmmaker with 10 years experience in the video industry. He began his career on television and gaming journalism. He has authored three books about filmmaking and one of them is exclusively about mobile film

Jun 08,2021 55:43

68. Special Edition: iPhone Movie Making History with Michael Koerbel

Special Edition: Our podcast just reached 100 episodes and we have a special episode. Pioneer mobile filmmaker and the winner of the first prize in the inaugural International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego in 2012 joins us and we embark on a journey about his participation in the history of making movies with iPhones, and smartphones in general. Michael Koerbel and Anna Elizabeth James got their hands on the iPhone 4 and the new iMovie app on the phone. They decided to run some camera tests,

Jun 01,2021 01:24:55

69. Indie Filmmaking with Smartphone Cameras with Rachel Jacob

The story in film has always been an attraction to Rachel Jacob. She grew up in the industry from her father’s side of the family and occasionally would dip her feet in it. She tried many aspects of filmmaking. In her teens while in school Rachel was acting, which she still loves, and then she tried screenwriting. Most of her experience in film were a series of loose ends. When she was 18 she attempted directing a project and it became the push she needed to tie the knot as a filmmaker. Rachel a

May 25,2021 01:07:13

70. Hollywood Dreams and Your Smartphone Camera with FilmConvert and Filmic Pro

The partnership between FilmConvert and Filmic Pro is bridging the mobile smartphone filmmaking with traditional filmmaking communities. FilmConvert has been creating software for film grain and color grading for about ten years. They’ve been keeping an eye on the mobile filmmaking community’s growth and have partnered with the app used by Hollywood filmmakers like Steven Soderbergh to shoot their films with iPhones. Episode 98 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking is a discussion with FilmConve

May 11,2021 01:03:25

71. Actors with Smartphones, Make Movies with Anthony Bradford

The process of creating films and video programming is extensive and can be exhausting. But for Anthony Bradford, our guest on the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking Episode 97, it’s about how much it prolongs the production process. Mobile filmmaking shortens a lot of the production so Anthony can go from pre-production and planning, to post-production and distribution. Anthony Bradford is an actor and a producer who writes screenplays and has a lot of ideas for stories. During our podcast he shares

Apr 20,2021 01:25:21

72. Empower Your Song with Video with Amanda Smith and Colin Babcock

Falling through floors is probably not what you expect when you are on set filming. The old creepy house called out to Amanda Smith and Colin Babcock. Amanda brought Colin into the house and he found it creepy and dilapidated. Both nodded at the notion that the house could be the set for a film. They just needed to figure out what type of film they could make. But there was a little bit of a conundrum because Colin did not have his usual filmmaking equipment. Colin began to think he could use hi

Mar 16,2021 01:12:29

73. Two iPhones and a Feature Film with Patrick R. Young and Powell Robinson

One story, two guys and two iPhones embarked on a road trip to make a feature film. Directors Patrick R. Young and Powell Robinson are my guests in Episode 95 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking. Their experience comes from Patrick’s idea for a film when he was in Middle School or High School. Years later, he and Powell decide to use iPhones to realize his story into a feature film of about 77 minutes. They both live in the Los Angeles area in California.Powell was involved with a musical band

Mar 02,2021 01:17:58

74. Smartphone Feature Filmmaking in Lockdown with Jennifer Zhang

Imagine a story realized from your imagination. How you can turn that story into a feature film using a smartphone for a camera is impressive. Now edit the story in an app on your phone. Sounds unreal, right? That’s the real story behind the film “Charon” by Jennifer Zhang. Episode 94 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking is a discussion about her journey.Jennifer is a passionate creator and storyteller. I was honored to talk with one of the contestants in the feature film competition at San Dieg

Feb 09,2021 01:05:15

75. Mystery Story and Smartphone Video Travels with Michael and Melissa Harlow

Michael Harlow shared a story with me almost ten years ago and told me it was a secret. Imagine you stumble across an intriguing discovery that is filled with mystery. I know some people cannot keep a secret for a number of hours, but imagine keeping this big discovery a secret all these years. My guests on the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking episode 93 are Michael and Melissa Harlow. They share the art and tech of earning a living as a voice over professional. They also discuss how they created a

Jan 12,2021 01:06:31

76. Smartphone Moviemaking Insights with Jed Brophy and Mark Hadlow

We talked about horses and hobbits with our honorary ambassadors Jed Brophy and Mark Hadlow. You may know Jed and Mark from their roles as Dwarf brothers Nori and Dori in Peter Jackson’s, The Hobbit. They also starred together in the feature-length film shot with iPhone, Blue Moon by Stef Harris. Mark’s real life daughter, Olivia Hadlow also had a role in the film.We probably should tell you that our ambassadors become part of our family. But Jed and Mark have a camaraderie and brotherly love fo

Dec 29,2020 01:10:26

77. Filmmaking Cameras and the Smartphone with James Smith

James Smith was “never a fan of mobile filmmaking,” he says. When he and his partner, Caroline Spence, lost their camera person and the actual camera on their film set, Caroline suggested using a smartphone.In episode 91 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking we bring our listeners to the U.K. and talk to experienced filmmaker, James Smith. We discuss all things filmmaking and compare the differences between production with a traditional camera and smartphone cameras. James shares many great tips,

Dec 22,2020 01:21:12

78. Lost Camera Turned To Smartphone Feature Film with Caroline Spence

When they lost their camera person on location, Caroline Spence of Raya Films, made the suggestion to use a smartphone and turned a bad situation into a fortunate one. Our guest in Episode 90 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking is Caroline Spence. She is a screenwriter and producer, but she plays different roles on set as needed. She’s even played an assassin in one of the company’s films.Without going through 89 of our previous episodes, I cannot recall a time when our podcast featured a guest

Nov 17,2020 01:00:57

79. Halloween 2020 with Special Guest Host Aaron Nabus

Aaron and I discuss tonight’s Blue Moon, briefly, or as a segue to a movie shot with an iPhone, called “Blue Moon.” We quickly began to discuss some creative ways to make use of your smartphone camera to make scary movies even creepier. We then discussed other Halloween stories like some story about a monkey’s paw, told by Aaron. Then I shared a creepy true story that I experienced with a friend. We also gave a few shout outs to some of the members of “The Quad” on the new Mobile Film Stories we

Nov 01,2020 55:40

80. The Human Factor in Storytelling Making Films

When it comes to smartphone filmmaking, we’re going to have a collective epiphany and realize the question is not about the best phone, the best gear or the best app. The question is: how good is your story?You’ve heard it a lot, maybe even from me! Story is king! But what is it about a story that makes a good film? Once you realize you have a great concept for a story, how do you turn it into a great film? Good stories usually have a human factor. In episode 88 of the SBP Podcast, I am going to

Oct 13,2020 19:08

81. Crime Drama Smartphone Feature Film with Anthony Z James

He began making films in his teens. Episode 87 of the SBP Podcast is an in-depth discussion with Anthony Z James, who filmed a crime drama feature film with his iPhone.When you watch his film “Ghost,” you are left without doubt that Anthony Z James made a crime drama, a gritty film which captures the viewer through to the end. What inspired him to become a filmmaker was his first experience attending camp as a kid. One of the kids had a MiniDV camera and they all began to make a “little” movie.

Sep 15,2020 01:47:02

82. Teaching Smartphone Filmmaking with Rob Leach

Episode 86 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking brings a bit of insight to everything mobile filmmaking with our guest in the UK, Rob Leach. Rob Leach began his acting career at the age of 12 in drama class at school when his interest as an actor found him and inspired him. He was 17 when he learned acting at an acting school which kept his passion growing until at 24, he made the move to London and then he began to get creating with writing and thinking about making films. He realized soon that

Aug 25,2020 01:11:17

83. Story Perspective in Images with Ant Pruitt

How do you create great digital content? A smartphone camera brought a photographer back to photography, but it also brought a passion for stories. Ant Pruitt is a content creator, and shares what he’s learned with his followers. Ant’s videos teach us in detail about photography, video, audio, design and more. Episode 85 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking is a very informative conversation with the “master” jack-of-all-trades in multimedia.Ant shares a very cool story about how he was able to

Aug 11,2020 01:06:53

84. Grip Your Audience with Feature Smartphone Films with Kimberley Hart

Getting a grip of your film’s audience is more about your audience getting a grip of your story and not letting go, until you release them from viewing your film.Listen to episode 84 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking, as we bring you the perspective of a producer and set designer for the feature film, “Mad House.”The film was shot with an iPhone 6s and won the “Best Feature Film” award in 2019’s International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego.Ross Perkins wrote, directed, edited and played on

Jul 21,2020 01:21:05

85. Smartphone Films San Diego 2021

There are practically no limits to the types of films you can submit to the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego, so we talk about some of the categories you can submit your films shot with mobile phones to.In episode 83, we bring our ambassador Aaron Nabus to the conversation and we talk about the categories, we also bring up some good tips for novices shooting with smartphones with regard to locations, continuity and more.IMFF 2021 begins accepting film submissions June 19 this year

Jun 16,2020 56:44

86. The Smartphone Film Creator with Cara Rust

Have you made a movie in one year? How about three? Cara Rust made three short films in 2019 and based one of them on a play. Meet our guest in Episode 82 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking. Cara Rust adapted a play into a film using her Samsung smartphone camera. Cara wrote, directed, edited and produced, “English Made Simple,” which was selected in this year’s International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego and several other international film festivals.When you listen to Cara describe her l

Jun 03,2020 01:06:18

87. Making Films Underwater with iPhones with Tom F. Pardo

A filmmaker is not simply someone who shoots a film and shares it. A filmmaker delivers a finished film through an entire process. Most good stories in film are a challenge that can bring out the best in a filmmaker and the result lies in the final film.Tom F. Pardo is our guest in the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking episode 81. His film, “Submerged” won First Prize in the Short Film Competition at the 2020 International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego in April.Tom made his film using the iPhone

May 26,2020 01:11:57

88. Movement and Choreography in Smartphone Filmmaking with Jamiel Laurence

He wanted to tell a story with his skills in choreography using the tools available to him. Episode 80 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking is an in-depth conversation with Jamiel Laurence, awarded Second Prize in the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego.Even though his film has a theme of isolation, ironically, it was submitted to IMFF 2020, in 2019. Jamiel had access to cameras from filmmaking friends, but he chose to use his iPhone. Benched, is his only his second mobile film. It w

May 12,2020 01:03:02

89. iPhone Brought Her Story To Life with Inga Vosk

She had a screenplay and a vision. Inga Vosk believed in her story. She had a dream to realize the story as a movie. A feature film. She didn’t know how. She had never directed a short or feature film. But she had a vision and an iPhone. Episode 79 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking is an in-depth discussion with the winner of the Best Feature Film award at the 2020 International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego. Her film, Stealth (hashtag Stealth) was shot with iPhones in St. Petersburg, Rus

May 05,2020 01:22:37

90. The Importance of Networking for Smartphone Moviemakers with Bradley Gallo

You may believe that movies you shot with smartphones cannot reach producers in the professional film industry. Our guest in Episode 78 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking, Bradley Gallo is going to inspire you to think again.Bradley is co-founder of Amasia Entertainment which won a bidding war for the franchise rights to The Green Hornet movie early this year. Universal Pictures just announced a partnership with Amasia Entertainment on the same day we recorded this podcast, April 16. Amasia En

Apr 21,2020 38:59

91. Full Length Movie Shot On iPhone with Ryan McDonald

Episode 77 It was around the the 9th grade when Ryan McDonald began to consider a career as a police officer, a lawyer or…a spy like, James Bond. Then he realized he was deliberating his career options around most of the films he enjoyed watching. But that helped him come to the conclusion that what he really wanted to do was make movies. Ryan considers himself a storyteller and he shares his attraction to the medium, which connects to his craft as a filmmaker.Ryan McDonald shares the journey fr

Apr 14,2020 01:00:57

92. Your Mobile Film Biography During The Corona Virus

Episode 76The situation around the world brings us to a lifestyle unlike we have ever experienced as humans. There have been world wars and stock market crashes, the Great Depression and 9/11, all documented in history books. But we are in a unique situation that has never existed in this way…and something that has never happened in conjunction with such a situation is the ability for ordinary people around the world to document it.Imagine if during WWII, everyone had a smartphone camera. What i

Mar 31,2020 15:13

93. Film Festival Events During Corona Virus with Craig Prater

Episode 75 The situation is daunting as the world deals with the COVID-19 Corona Virus and the consequences we are enduring. Many industries are being hit hard. The risks for a part of the global population are dire. Episode 75 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking sheds a light on the effects of this situation from the film festivals’ perspective with our special guest, Craig Prater. Mr. Prater is the president of Heartland International Film Festival. He has more than 30 years experience in the

Mar 17,2020 20:40

94. How Stage 32 Benefits Mobile Filmmakers with Rich RB Botto

Episode 74It’s true that the industry of film and television is changing. That needs no convincing to see.Our guest in episode 74 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking is Rich RB Botto, the founder and CEO of Stage 32. He created a platform which has become pretty enormous due to the size of its over 600,000 current members.More and more, you find people working in the industry who are creating content as both writers and filmmakers, or as actors and filmmakers, and so on.“The vision early on was

Mar 03,2020 01:11:11

95. Three is the Biggest Number in Storytelling

Three is the Biggest Number in StorytellingSBP Podcast: The voice of mobile film™This little number is the biggest number of all. There are many reasons why this number is so important to storytelling. From beginning to end it plays a big role in the story from the initial idea to the plot to the final end of your film. All stories have a goal in mind and three is integral to achieving it.During Episode 73 of the SBP Podcast: The Voice of Mobile Film™ we share an interview with an actor and film

Feb 11,2020 23:19

96. Creating A Film Franchise with Demetrius Witherspoon

Depending on the depth of your story, the genre, and the world you create with your film you can start a franchise. Demetrius Witherspoon is our guest in Episode 72 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking. He is on the Judge Panel for the 9th edition of the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego in April 2020.A filmmaker who started out in the music industry and then graphics, developed a great network. When he wrote his screenplay he already had a number of connections he could reach to a

Jan 14,2020 01:13:54

97. Intriguing Encounter Captured With A Smartphone with CK Goldiing

Was it a confession or was it simply the need to share a personal story by someone who did the unthinkable? Perhaps it takes someone who films a lot of encounters with strangers to film the story from a complete stranger. But it goes without saying, having a camera on you at all times…a smartphone, the opportunity to record and share it would have been missed.CK Goldiing is a storyteller. One of the things that intrigue CK him are the stories humans share. CK made a film which he shot with his s

Jan 07,2020 01:19:18

98. Feature Length Filmmaking with iPhone 11 with Rob Hagans

Feature Length Filmmaking with iPhone 11 with Rob HagansSBP Podcast: The voice of mobile film™ Can you shoot a feature length film in six days with $1,000 on a smartphone? Our guest in Episode 70 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking claims to have shot the first feature with the new iPhone 11 Pro Max. The Film is called Barbara, it’s scheduled to be released New Year’s Day 2020. Rob Hagans didn’t realize films were made from screenplays. When he was 17, he watched The Matrix from a DVD on a lap

Dec 10,2019 01:08:24

99. Screenwriting To Get Your Film Shot with Steven Palmer Peterson

Screenwriting To Get Your Film Shot with Steven Palmer PetersonSBP Podcast: The voice of mobile film™ Are you writing screenplays to make films or to sell? Our guest for episode 69 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking is Steven Palmer Peterson. Steve wrote and directed a film and shot it with a smartphone but he also co-wrote a film with John Murlowski, Assimilate, now playing on Netflix. In this episode, we have a fun and energized conversation about writing for the film industry, mobile filmm

Nov 26,2019 53:53

100. Halloween Freaky Stories with Aaron Nabus

SBP Podcast: The voice of mobile film™ A very special episode of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking with one of our ambassadors, Aaron Nabus from San Diego. Episode 68 is also our first episode with a new podcast host service…which was a good excuse to revamp our podcast. We recorded this episode Sunday, October 27 which happened to be the day we officially launched the SBP Podcast in 2017.Aaron and I discuss Halloween as a holiday. I share the production aspect of Halloween. But the conversation

Oct 28,2019 57:11

101. Film Editing with Judd Resnick

Is a film editor invisible? Shooting a feature film with smartphones is the new sensation in filmmaking. But it’s only a part of the process. Episode 67 is a discussion with the editor of the viral mobile film, Blue Moon. Judd Resnick discusses his experience editing iPhone footage.When you are looking online for smartphone mobile filmmaking the chatter is mostly about the phone as a camera. It is easy to assume that editing works just as with any camera but the reality for most filmmakers, is t

Sep 24,2019 01:06:52

102. Talking Anamorphic Lens with Pioneer Moondog Labs

The vision of imaging and optics in film technology brought together two individuals with a dedicated expertise in the field to create anamorphic lens for your smartphone camera.In episode 66 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking, we share the exciting story of how Moondog Labs came to be through the dedication of founders Julie Gerstenberger and Scott Cahall. Moondog Labs created the first anamorphic lens available to mobile filmmakers. Their background is with Eastman Kodak. Their expertise is

Sep 10,2019 55:03

103. Blue Moon Smartphone Feature Filmmaking Introducing Rich Vizor

It’s a film shot with an iPhone that is going viral by the minute! Blue Moon by Stef Harris with Jed Brophy and Mark Hadlow shot by Ryan O’Rourke and Edited by Judd Resnick is 85 minutes of an intriguing story that inspires everyone. In Episode 65 of the SBP Podcast we introduce a special message from Blue Moon’s Executive Producer Rich Vizor.Novice or professional filmmakers alike can make a feature length film. Empower yourself as a storyteller making films using smartphones as your camera. Th

Sep 02,2019 30:42

104. How To Make A Blockbuster Film With Zero Funding with Brian Vowles

What would it be like if you could make your own blockbuster film with your family as cast and crew? It all begins with a smartphone, two boys and a playful Dad in the Animation industry. Brian Vowles is our guest in Episode 64 of the SBP Podcast.Brian is a professional animator, video effects, compositor and concept artist gone rogue as a filmmaker. Brian’s dream has always been to be an animator and work on films for a living. He recounts growing up watching old films using animation for effec

Aug 07,2019 01:12:50

105. A Story Told Through A Smartphone Camera Makes An Impact with Alexandra Guillossou

Before we all had access to an exceptional camera built right into our smartphones, we could not share stories like we do today. Our Community Stories program for mobile film was created to fill that need. Episode 63 of the SBP Podcast: The Voice of Mobile Film™ shares the story of Alexandra Guillossou, the Second Prize winner of IMFF 2019. People from all walks of life, people who are not professional videographers or filmmakers, or even those who are, simply did not have access to their camera

Jul 09,2019 01:05:36

106. The Camera Details Of Feature Filmmaking With iPhones with Ryan O'Rourke

Episode 62You have heard of it as more and more filmmakers talk about making movies with smartphones. There are countless short films being made every day but there are not enough good features shot with smartphones and that reality is coming to a close soon as more films like, “Blue Moon” are emerging. Director of Photography Ryan O’Rourke is the person behind the iPhone 7 camera who shot, “Blue Moon,” the feature length film in a very short period of time. Our guest for Episode 62 of the SBP P

Jul 02,2019 52:55

107. Australian Film First Screening Wins First Full Feature Mobile Film Award in San Diego with Ross Perkins

Episode 61Would you like to take a true story, perhaps something sensational in the news that happened in another country, and re-tell that story as a film? Our guest for the SBP Podcast Episode 61 did just that. Ross Perkins is an actor turned filmmaker. He wrote a screenplay based on a true story. The film was a feature film. He then shot it with his iPhone. He filmed it in his parents house, as the principal location, and then, after spending about a year editing it himself—he submitted “Mad

Jun 18,2019 01:03:55

108. Tedious Post Effects Of A Smartphone Winning Film with Blake Worrell

Episode 60His film won First Place during the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego 2019. All the judges on the panel gave our guest, Blake Worrell the highest rating. Episode 60 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking is a discussion about the work involved in post production, the importance of audio, and some of the challenges he experienced during production as he shot the film with his iPhone 6S. Blake’s film was originally a six minute film that he shortened to five minutes to qualif

Jun 11,2019 58:31

109. The Acting Performance Of A Feature Smartphone Film with Mark Hadlow

Episode 59The smartphone camera is the window to your story. As your story unfolds on your screen you are watching your film as you record it. Acting in front of the iPhone camera was a lot like acting in theater on a stage. Blue Moon was shot in one location with a small crew. Mark Hadlow is the lead actor in the film, Horace Jones playing alongside Jed Brophy (Darren Cates) as co-lead. The 85-minute feature film is an incredible performance and a great story that begins in a gas station lit up

Jun 04,2019 01:06:16

110. Content and Creativity in Smartphone Filmmaking through MINA with Max Schleser Episode 58

We wanted to share an innovative project with our mobile filmmaking and smartphone video community. MINA 2019 has partnered with Goethe Institute in New Zealand. The (Hashtag) Nucleus competition for smartphone short films is a joint initiative of Goethe Institute and MINA (Mobile Innovation Network & Association). Join co-founder of MINA, Max Schleser on the SBP Podcast: The voice of mobile film™ to discuss the project and how you can be a part of it, in episode 58.Film-makers and creatives are

May 21,2019 53:15

111. Storytelling with Smartphone Cameras with CK Goldiing Episode 57

We encounter stories throughout our daily lives. We are living at a time where we carry a tool that can capture a story and share it with the world. CK Goldiing records his encounters and challenges with his smartphone and one of them is a film that is going viral. CK came to speak during the International Mobile Film Festival #MFF2019SanDiego and we featured his film, 61 Hugs which he shot with his Samsung smartphone. Episode 57 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking is a conversation with CK on

May 15,2019 01:02:30

112. Connecting Global Smartphone Film To Indiana with Nathan Bechtold Episode 56

The aftereffects of the 2019 International Mobile Film Festival are euphoric. There was an energy and vibe throughout the two-day event which had an impact with everyone who was a part of the event in San Diego. We sat down for a discussion two days after the film festival with the president of Indiana Filmmakers Network, Nathan Bechtold before his flight back to Indiana. Listen to Episode 56 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking as we discuss the festival, the people, the vibe, the energy and th

May 07,2019 52:23

113. Jed Brophy in Smartphone Feature Blue Moon Episode 55

The way you approach a film as a director, screenwriter or actor, can be quite similar. It revolves and evolves around story, structure, and characters. Episode 55 of the SBP Podcast is a discussion with actor Jed Brophy. Jed has years of experience acting in many films you have probably heard of, Lord Of The Rings, The Hobbit, King Kong, District 9…just to name a few. Jed is one of the principal actors of Blue Moon shot in New Zealand.We spoke with Jed Brophy, who is in New Zealand – Aotearoa.

Apr 10,2019 55:46

114. Blue Moon Smartphone Feature Filmmaking in New Zealand with Stef Harris Episode 54

He shot a photo of a gas station with his iPhone and wrote a treatment. He sent them to an old friend, who was a professional actor. That is the beginning of the backstory to Blue Moon, a feature film shot with an iPhone 7 in New Zealand. The director, Stef Harris is our guest on the SBP Podcast episode 54.Stef Harris is the writer and director of the, roughly 85 minute film shot with his iPhone. The film’s principal actors are Jed Brophy and Mark Hadlow. The Director of Photography, Ryan O’Rour

Apr 03,2019 53:49

115. Bring A Personal Story To Light With Your Smartphone with Alexandra Guillossou Episode 53

Understanding each other is part of our communication skills as we share our stories with others around us. Sometimes, a story needs to go further than the people around us. We can write or share it on social media and reach a lot of people around the world. Alexandra Guillossou went a step further. She brought her skills to create a film about a personal story very dear to her family. While on vacation, she just happened to have her smartphone with her, just like many of us do. She began to rec

Mar 27,2019 01:09:41

116. Become A Cosplay Smartphone Filmmaker with Star Wars Steampunk Universe EP 52

Star Wars Steampunk Universe is a charity support group based in Southern California which takes part in charities and events in southern California. They do crossover events with other charity groups. Two of the founding members of the Star Wars Steampunk Universe are our guests in Episode 52 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking. Founders of the group, who are still active participants, are Dude Vader (Chris), Captain Solo Seekerman (Nathan Seekerman), Hot Nerd Girl (Tracy), Kansas City Photogr

Mar 13,2019 01:13:14

117. Capture Amazing Event Videos With Smartphone Cameras with Francesca Jago Episode 51

Everywhere you go you bring your smartphone and so the incentive to capture it to share it is tough to ignore. While there are many events where recording is inappropriate or forbidden, the International Mobile Film Festival encourages everyone to bring their smartphones and interact with our event. Episode 51 of the SBP Podcast brings Francesca Jago from Get Ahead Media back to share tips and tricks on how to best capture events using your smartphone camera.Francesca Jago is the personality beh

Mar 06,2019 01:06:58

118. Video Content Creators Unite To Earn Revenue with Pat McGowan Episode 50

Black Box Global is about giving creators the freedom to create and earn revenue from their videos and projects. Episode 50 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking talks to the founder of BlackBox, Pat McGowan. Listen to our inspiring conversation with Pat McGowan in Episode 50 of the SBP Podcast in its entirety in your favorite podcast app.Just because you have a camera does not mean you are a photographer or a filmmaker. You work on your skills to use the camera as your tool to create your work o

Feb 13,2019 01:17:06

119. Realizing The Power Of Stories And Smartphones By Host Susy Botello Episode 49

The general population in our planet undervalue stories just as the most powerful people in the world are aware of how to empower themselves through storytelling. Just like money, stories are a tool which can be used to cause harm or in wonderful ways. One of the best ways to share stories that have the biggest reach and effect is through film. In Episode 49 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking, we tell the story of stories. Stories were a part of the universe before humanity came along. We shar

Feb 07,2019 21:13

120. Grand Tour Of The Mobile Filmmaking Process with John Woosley Episode 48

All you need to do is press record! Okay, there is a bit more than that. Our guest in Episode 48 of the SBP Podcast takes us on a tour of the entire process from the idea for the film to the very end. John Woosley shot and edited Alex & The Firefly with a smartphone. The original film was 34 minutes long but he cut it down to almost half for a special screening at the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego, where John will also inspire other filmmakers and attendees with a Q&A presentat

Jan 17,2019 01:05:21

121. Smartphone Turns Book Into A Feature Film with Steve Peterson Episode 47

There are books you read with stories you can visualize like a movie. I call it, “Booksualizing.” But there are books which are not told as a story. Those books can be quite interesting and there may be a story within them which you can visualize as a movie. Writing a screenplay is not the same as writing a book or a story. But our minds can take many concepts and visualize them in a way that they can then turn into a story. However, writing a story from a complex book into a screenplay and then

Jan 10,2019 01:00:18

122. A New Year For Smartphone Mobile Filmmakers with Aaron Nabus Episode 46

We are off to a great new year and we chat with our brand ambassador, Aaron Nabus in Episode 46 of the SBP Podcast: The voice of mobile film™ about mobile film in 2019. Come hang out with us.In this podcast we don’t just talk about the film festivals and filmmakers but we also share things like why you would want to shoot widescreen during an event and using a smartphone to capture video in a crowd, especially if you are a video paparazzi…is that a thing? Yet? Also the risks of using a DSLR comp

Jan 02,2019 01:00:12

123. Smartphone Feature Length Filmmaking For The First Time Filmmaker with Ross Perkins Episode 45

Acting, directing, operating a smartphone camera and editing a film to share an incredible well structured story is how Ross Perkins accomplished making a full length feature mobile film. Episode 45 of the SBP Podcast: The Voice of Mobile Film™ takes us to Australia to discuss the experience of making a feature film with an iPhone and a talented cast.We spoke about sound recording and how to integrate a seamless dialogue during camera operation in a moving self-recording scene filled with action

Dec 19,2018 01:07:47

124. The Human Smartphone Storyteller with CK Goldiing Episode 44

When you are going about your day you are experiencing moments. You can connect your moments with your thoughts and create stories you share all the time. One storyteller, accidentally turned one of his videos into a film. In Episode 44 of the SBP Podcast, CK Goldiing shares the story that has inspired captivated the attention of people around the world with its emotional draw. 61 Hugs was a challenge that has made touched many people and brought smiles and shines the light on human kindness in

Dec 12,2018 01:07:25

125. The Actor and the iPhone A Tale of Smartphone Filmmaking with Anthony Montes Episode 43

A wonderful conversation about acting and the opportunities that lend themselves to today’s actors through mobile filmmaking is the topic of Episode 43 of the SBP Podcast: The Voice Of Mobile Film with Anthony Montes. Anthony Montes has had over 40 years in the film and theater industry and over thirty of those years he has spent teaching and as an acting coach. Anthony lives in L.A. but has been all over the world through his work. If you want to learn some insights on mobile film from the pers

Dec 05,2018 01:05:22

126. The iPhone is Your Recording Studio with Graham Cochrane Episode 42

What you may have heard about the quality of audio for your film is probably correct: It needs to rock! Our guest in Episode 42 is Graham Cochrane, the founder of The Recording Revolution. He is showing people how to rock creating music that sounds awesome with no expensive equipment. He proved it using his iPhone and GarageBand and is going to share how you can do it too. On his website, Grahams says,“my passion is to educate and empower a new generation of musicians and songwriters to make out

Nov 07,2018 41:38

127. The Art of Experimental Mobile Storytelling with Max Schleser Episode 41

We talk about storytelling a lot as part of this podcast when we talk about filmmaking. Our guest explains how experimental filmmaking with smartphones, taking advantage of the visual challenges of pixels fits into the storytelling discussion. Max Schleser has been working in the mobile filmmaking space as a filmmaker since 2006. Let’s take a trip through the history of smartphone filmmaking from his perspective. Episode 41 of the SBP Podcast: The voice of mobile film™ is an in-depth discussion

Oct 24,2018 59:08

128. iPhone Filmmaker Inspires All Ages to Make Movies Episode 40

Imagine that you have made over one hundred films in your lifetime, because who keeps count over a hundred, and you are now working on your third film shot with your iPhone. Meet Mickey Harrison: 83 years and still making movies!Episode 40 of the SBP Podcast: The Voice of Mobile Film™ introduces you to a filmmaker who has spent over 32 years making films. Her film crews came on set with all the big gear and equipment and cameras you find in a typical film set. She has mentored students from High

Oct 03,2018 40:20

129. Smartphone Mobile Filmmaking Community Unites Episode 39

When storytellers come together they inspire each other. It happened the evening of Wednesday, September 19, 2018 in San Diego. Hashtag MobilizeStories was presented by the International Mobile Film Festival to inspire people to use the camera on their smartphones to share stories.The event was aimed at filmmakers, bloggers, small business owners, solopreneurs and others who were interested in creating video content and sharing their stories. Founder of the International Mobile Film Festival, Su

Sep 25,2018 30:45

130. Smartphone Filmmaking Post Production and Color Grading with FilmConvert Episode 38

We begin Episode 38 of the SBP Podcast by updating our listeners and followers with how to submit mobile films to the International Mobile Film Festival and how we spent the summer, including our Mobile Filmmaking Panel at San Diego Comic-Con International and a few more news updates. But just a few minutes after that we introduce Senior Marketing Manager of FilmConvert, John Parker. FilmConvert has been a sponsor awarding mobile filmmakers from our film festivals in San Diego. We introduce you

Sep 05,2018 59:04

131. Fearlessly Brand Yourself with Smartphone Video with Amani Channel Episode 37

It’s been a while now since Instagram launched IGTV but it’s been quite sometime before people began to use their smartphones to record themselves to share it on social media. Our guest on the SBP Podcast is Amani Channel who has been creating tutorials to help people how to get in front of a camera and represent their brand. What if the brand is you? It’s called Self Branding and everyone needs to brand themselves to stand out in the big ocean that is social media and video is the trend.In this

Aug 22,2018 01:06:30

132. Android Smartphone Artist And Mobile Filmmaking with Anthony De La Cruz Episode 36

Are you an artist? Musician? Actor? Are you thinking about making films with a smartphone but don’t have an iPhone? Our guest this week is all those things and a mobile filmmaker who shoots using Android phones and uses Android apps. Story is king when it comes to filmmaking, so, are you ready to be inspired to make films with whatever phone you have?Anthony De La Cruz, from San Diego, is our guest on the SBP Podcast: The Voice of Mobile Film™ Episode 36. Anthony is a professional actor on telev

Aug 01,2018 01:12:55

133. Sponsoring the International Mobile Film Festival and Audio Production with Jana and Neal Hallford Episode 35

Why would anyone want to sponsor a film festival where only films shot with smartphones qualify? We asked our sponsors from #MFF2018SanDiego to explain why they sponsored us and have chosen to sponsor it again next year. The International Mobile Film Festival is San Diego’s smartphone film festival and has brought many mobile filmmakers from abroad to our beautiful city.Neal and Jana Hallford are experienced in audio production, filmmaking and art. Neal also works in the gaming industry. Their p

Jul 12,2018 01:25:09

134. Smartphone Filmmaking Simplicity By Award Winner with Narelle Nash Episode 34

One day you are an actor meeting with your agent and auditioning to be cast in a film and the next day, well, maybe you are the director hiring actors including yourself. That’s the reality and opportunity brought to you by the mobile film industry. Narelle Nash won Third Place at the International Mobile Film Festival and her film, The Actor received a nomination for Best Comedy by the Global Mobile Film Awards™ 2018. Episode 34 of the SBP Podcast: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is a fun conversatio

Jun 27,2018 58:54

135. When A Story Hits Home and Smartphone Filmmaking with Pamela and Anthony Bradley Episode 33

I Don’t Know was the title of their mobile film which screened during the International Mobile Film Festival 2018. Mother and son from San Diego share their story in the Community Stories category during #MFF2018SanDiego about life caring for her Mom who has Alzheimers in episode 33 of the SBP Podcast. Anthony is an indie filmmaker and has been making films since he was a kid. Pamela attended our Mobile Filmmaking Panel at Comic-Con International San Diego in 2016. She was inspired to make a fil

Jun 20,2018 01:20:38

136. Winning Inspired Passion for Mobile Film with Maxim Mussel Episode 32

He made his first mobile film with an iPhone 4s and won an award which inspired him to start his own film festival, teach mobile filmmaking and write a book. Episode 32 of the SBP Podcast: The voice of mobile film™ discusses the work of Maxim Mussel in Russia. Max won third place in IMFF 2014 with his film, Lisbon Live. Today, he is an expert with the growing movement in mobile filmmaking.Meet Max. Max shares his book about mobile filmmaking with “100 Steps” which are simple and easy to follow.

Jun 13,2018 01:07:25

137. Teen Mobile Filmmaking and Branding with Seth Dacio Episode 31

Our guest in episode 31 of the SBP Podcast: The Voice of Mobile Film™ has thirty years experience in film, television and video and just graduated from High School. Seth Dacio is one of the filmmakers who shot a mobile film with his smartphone. His film made it to the International Mobile Film Festival 2018. He lives in San Diego. Seth attended the entire weekend #MFF2018SanDiego film festival. He took advantage of the benefits of attending such as networking with like-minded filmmakers of all a

Jun 06,2018 01:08:54

138. Cinematic Filmmaking with Smartphones with Cristina Isoli Episode 30

A new film shot with OnePlus 5 in 4K is Cristina Isoli’s directorial debut with Avant-Garde Pictures. The production quality, the story and characters, acting, audio, composition and set design; these are some of the virtues of this mobile film which make it one of the best films we have seen this year. The film is called Lightning and tells the story of a an unexpected relationship between an underground musician and a deaf girl with a dream of being an airplane pilot. The film was shot in Lond

May 30,2018 01:24:18

139. Experimenting with Smartphone Films with Melissa Brattoni Episode 29

A long time ago in a galaxy far away…actually—on earth, some filmmakers were experimenting with films which have been archived and preserved to ensure we can watch them 70 years later. Experimental films are not what you expect to see when you go to your local theater. They are not the typical Hollywood film. Then again, a lot of mobile films are also experimental in nature. Perhaps it’s because the camera is so accessible, it begs for our attention. When you have ideas for films and a camera in

May 23,2018 56:09

140. Smartphone Film Award Winner Insights with Brian Hennings Episode 28

If you are a writer and a storyteller then you may really enjoy listening to Brian Hennings. Brian comes to you as a storyteller and writer. Like most writers, sharing your stories is an important aspect of being a writer. Brian realized he could make films with his Samsung smartphone and submitted his first mobile film to the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego for #MFF2017SanDiego. His film, Express, was selected and we met Brian as a mobile filmmaker in San Diego. He enjoyed his e

May 15,2018 01:12:04

141. You Made A Movie With Your Smartphone, Now What with Chuck Copeland Episode 27

Chuck Copeland was a participant in #MFF2018SanDiego and enjoyed his first film festival experience with his short iPhone film The Workweek. He has experienced the film industry and even worked for a film festival but he never experienced a film festival as a filmmaker. During the red carpet walk, filmmakers who attended the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego were escorted by Star Wars Steampunk Universe. Chuck is a fan of cosplay and since he connects San Diego to Comic-Con, he tho

May 09,2018 01:00:33

142. Roundtable San Diego International Mobile Film Festival Episode 26

The two-day event in San Diego, celebrated mobile filmmaking around the world. Several filmmakers came out to be a part of it in person and we are extremely grateful to them for doing so. Not all filmmakers are able to make the trip and attend so this year, since we host the SBP Podcast to give a voice to the mobile film community, we decided to host this Roundtable discussion about the festival for our listeners around the world, and those who could not come. In this roundtable were several of

May 02,2018 52:40

143. Celebrate Making Movies with Smartphones In San Diego Episode 25

The seventh edition of the annual International Mobile Film Festival takes place April 28 & 29 in San Diego. This year, we celebrate making movies with smartphones all over the world with a number of filmmakers who attend the festival. Films shot with only mobile phones will screen during the festival and the filmmakers look forward to sharing the stories with attendees and fellow filmmakers. Some filmmakers are local from San Diego and others come from other countries. Some of the filmmakers ar

Apr 11,2018 55:31

144. Smartphone Video For A Cause with Dimple Devadas Episode 24

Our guest for Episode 24 of the SBP Podcast is Dimple Devadas in London. Her film, Silence in London will screen during the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego #MFF2018. Shot with an iPhone, the film shares an interesting message in a natural setting with a poetic song. Cassius Rayner made the movie with her. She and Cassius met in a mobile filmmaking class he taught in London and they decided to work on the film together. You can hear from him on Episode 20 of the SBP Podcast.Dimple

Apr 03,2018 01:01:49

145. Branding Your Business With Smartphone Video with Francesca Jago Episode 23

We needed to share the opportunities available to anyone who is working on their brand using video because we don’t want you to feel left out or like you need to put video out there to promote yourself when you are not comfortable with it. You may be a solopreneur, a small business owner or you may be a professional working on personal branding or your image. We interviewed Francesca Jago, founder of Get Ahead Media in Wellington, New Zealand back in episode 13 of the SBP Podcast. That was ten e

Mar 27,2018 00:00

146. Upcoming International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego Episode 22

Our brand ambassador, Aaron Nabus and myself discuss the upcoming International Mobile Film Festival taking place April 28 and 29 in San Diego. The festival is exclusively focused on all things mobile film. The theme this year is a celebration of making movies and videos with smartphones globally. We share the logistics of the festival, the location, the dates, the times and what attendees can expect. We asked Aaron Nabus, our brand ambassador, to share the names of the filmmakers in this year’s

Mar 21,2018 01:02:16

147. What Is The Filmbreaker Movement with Jason van Genderen Episode 21

Ten years. Perhaps you just found out recently that people are making movies with mobile phones. It may come as a shock that it’s been going on for over ten years. But we recently met someone who has been making films using cell phones and more recently with smartphones since 2008. Meet Jason van Genderen in Australia. A pioneer filmmaker in the mobile filmmaking industry. About two days after Jason launched his project: Filmbreaker, we recorded this podcast episode 21. Now, we are in San Diego

Mar 13,2018 01:24:47

148. Smartphone Video for Professionals with Cassius Rayner Episode 20

It’s one thing to make films as an art of self-expression and then there is the art of making films as a profession for clients. As the popularity of smartphone video spreads into the business industry, more people are becoming aware of the benefits of quality versus cost when hiring videographers and producers using smartphone cameras as opposed to big expensive cameras. Cassius Rayner is in London and he teaches smartphone video production. During the podcast discussion with Cassius, he shares

Mar 06,2018 01:02:13

149. Mobile Filmmaking and Storytelling With Students In Nigeria with Shola Ajayi Episode 19

Shola Ajayi is from New York and she worked with youth organizations in New York teaching people how to tell stories. That work inspired Shola to be the person she is today and her work with the UR4Africa organization. Shola’s father worked in Lagos in Nigeria and growing up she would visit him there during summer vacations. After college she moved back there for a year and she struggled at first because there were many things about living there she was not used to. One day, she made a decision

Feb 27,2018 01:10:10

150. Getting Technical With Smartphone Video with Prakash Gandhi Episode 18

Prakash Gandhi has a story to share about how he was motivated to become an innovative smartphone videographer and build his business around it. On this episode of the SBP Podcast, he shares how he decided to go from being a dancer to becoming a videographer using mobile cameras, none of which were DSLRs.Prakash made a promotional video sharing the story of a business using an iPhone and submitted it to the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego where the film was accepted in 2015. He c

Feb 20,2018 01:14:34

151. Father and Daughter Mobile Smartphone Filmmakers with Anthony De La Cruz and Miranda Mullings Episode 17

Meet a father and daughter who are making films using their smartphones. Miranda Mullings was 11-years-old last year, and her father, Anthony De La Cruz is an actor. In 2016, he made a film that he submitted into the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego. So when he decided to make a new film for our film festival last year, his daughter decided that she wanted to make a film using her smartphone as well. Miranda was inspired by the experience her father had in the festival in 2016. Ho

Feb 13,2018 01:10:56

152. Sharing A Message With A Story In Your Mobile Film with Brian Hennings Episode 16

Episode 16 of the SBP Podcast: The Voice of Mobile FilmWhen it comes to making movies and sharing stories through film using a smartphone camera there is a focus in the quality of the footage because it’s still hard for people to perceive that you can make great films using the camera on a phone. Truth be told, you can share a compelling story through film with any camera. Using the camera on your smartphone, however, can open doors to storytellers. Whether you are an experienced filmmaker, an e

Feb 06,2018 01:11:11

153. The Actor's Perspective in Mobile Filmmaking with Raphael Corkhill Episode 15

Episode 15 of the SBP Podcast: The Voice of Mobile Film. A conversation with Raphael Corkhill, a leading actor in Conrad Mess' film Time To Pay Off Debts shot in New York. Screened in the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego in April 2016 as the first screening in the U.S. Raphael is living in New York but is from Wales and lived in London. He has also lived in L.A. and is an accomplished actor. His first work in the mobile film industry was as one of the leads in Time To Pay Off Debt

Jan 30,2018 01:12:08

154. Music In Films Shot With Smartphones with Claudinho Andres EP14

Episode 14 Claudinho Andres in Santiago, ChilePublished 1/22/18Music In Films Shot With SmartphonesSBP Podcast: The Voice Of Mobile FilmShooting music videos with a smartphone is tricky but also quite an advantage over full sized cameras and crew. If you are considering getting creative with your film with regards to mixing footage and music, especially if your music is rhythmic, then take notes while our guest shares his experience and insights. Claudinho Andres Gomez attended the International

Jan 23,2018 58:22

155. Smartphone Video For The Entrepreneur Episode 13 with Francesca Jago

Smartphone Video For The Entrepreneur with Francesca JagoEpisode 13 SBP Podcast Mobile FilmIf you are a filmmaker, you are your own brand. If you have a business, then you have a brand. Video is popular because it’s one of the best ways to promote your brand’s story or message and product. Filmmaker’s need to promote their products which are their films. Our guest has built a brand around her skills making films by empowering entrepreneurs. She teaches “solopreneurs” on making smartphone videos.

Jan 16,2018 01:05:49

156. Cinematography As Art In Mobile Film With Blake Worrell Episode 12

SBP Podcast: The Voice of Mobile Film Episode 12 Cinematography As Art In Mobile Film recorded January 2, 2018 Published January 8, 2018A deep discussion into cinematography and filmmaking as an art form is the theme for our first podcast in 2018. We had the pleasure of meeting Blake Worrell, the director and actor behind the smartphone camera in the globally awarded mobile film, Dissolution. The film was awarded for Best Cinematography by the Global Mobile Film Awards last December and was a dr

Jan 09,2018 01:24:32

157. Mobile Filmmaking San Diego New Year Special with Aaron Nabus Episode 11

A special New Year’s Eve edition of our podcast recaps 2017 with our friend and co-host Aaron Nabus, of the Hall H Show podcast in San Diego. The Hall H Show began in 2016. Aaron shares how he stumbled into mobile filmmaking as he attended the Mobile Filmmaking Panel with founder Susy Botello during Comic-Con International in San Diego in July 2016. Aaron asked me to be a guest in one of his first podcasts and that is when we officially met. Soon after, we were inspired to create “The Voice for

Dec 31,2017 01:03:36

158. Best Film 2017 Global Mobile Film Awards with Mithran Maharajan Episode 10

Episode 10 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Film was recorded December 18, 2017. Mithran Maharajan’s film, Figment was his first film shot with a smartphone and it recently won the Best Film Award in 2017 by Global Mobile Film Awards on December 10. We catch up with Mithran in Canada, and discuss the mobile filmmaking. Mithran shares many tips and some advice with our listeners. Some of the topics we discuss are:Mithran’s next project, a feature-length film shot with a smartphone, will be 90 minutes lo

Dec 26,2017 01:02:33

159. Shifting Story Ideas Into Films With iPhones with Aris Tyros Episode 9

Aris Tyros lives in Toronto, Canada. He was one of the filmmakers who traveled to San Diego for the 6th annual International Mobile Film Festival. He flew home with the trophy for Second Prize with his film shot with an iPhone 6S: How I Became A Movie Theatre Murderer. Aris’ film was the first film submitted to the festival. The film was also nominated for Best Director award at the Global Mobile Film Awards, which is an Awards Ceremony dubbed as the “Oscars” of the mobile film industry. Two day

Dec 18,2017 01:02:14

160. Smartphone Cinematography Without A Budget with Chris Stollery Episode 8

Smartphone Cinematography Without A Budget with Chris Stollery Episode 8SBP Podcast Mobile Film - The Voice of Mobile FilmA film shot with an iPhone won First Place at the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego, April 2017. At the time this podcast was published, Chris’ film was awarded Best Experimental film at the Global Mobile Film Awards ceremony, the evening of December 10, 2017.This podcast is a series of questions about the cinematography of the film. It was shot over many months

Dec 11,2017 48:49

161. Episode 7 Shooting Hollywood Actors With An iPhone In A Feature Film with Brian McLane

12/04/17Brian McLane is the founder of Splash Video & Palm Aisles PicturesHe shot a full length feature film with his iPhone:The Killer’s RequiemThe story revolves around Sonny Calabrese, a loving father and devoted son who spirals into madness after becoming the subject of a bet between angels and demons.During the first part of the podcast, we share an important announcement about the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego next April which includes our guest.Brian McLane talks about

Dec 04,2017 01:19:44

162. Animation Mobile Filmmaking with A Smartphone Episode 6

Jeffrey Turboff is an award-winning editor at ABC Nightline on television, working mainly in news/documentary. His awards include Emmy, Murrow, Cronkite, Peabody, Deadline Club, and Genesis awards.We begin the podcast with his experience and background and then begin to talk about how we met…there is a bit of talk about his experience when he came to San Diego with the mobile film school kick-off and the International Mobile Film Festival.Jeff talks about his first mobile film, Trumpeter Swan, w

Nov 27,2017 01:11:42

163. Acting In Mobile Films with Avaah Blackwell Episode 5

We have been listening to stories from filmmakers about how to make films using smartphones, but what about actors? What is their perspective being on the other side of the lens of a smartphone camera as a professional actor? We discuss this topic and the topic of the acting profession in-depth with Avaah Blackwell. Her performance in Figment directed by Mithran Maharajan was moving. Figment was nominated for Best Film in the inaugural Global Mobile Film Awards 2017. The film was a 21 minute sto

Nov 21,2017 01:07:38

164. SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking Episode 4 Ren Thackham

SBP Podcast Mobile Film Episode 4Making A Thriller Film with A Smartphone with Ren Thackham in Sydney, AustraliaRen won the Best Film Award at the SF3 Smartphone Flick Fest in Sydney, Australia. Her film was a thriller short film under 5 minutes.We discuss how she learned about the film festival’s deadline and had 49 hours to make a film using her smartphone. She had an idea and created a storyboard to guide her production. Ren is adamant about the professional aspect of filmmaking to make films

Nov 13,2017 45:30

165. Episode 3 Brian Hennings Sharing A Compelling Story With A Short Film

Welcome to SBP Podcast by S. Botello Productions! I am Susy Botello.Mobile Film and Video is our focus and innovation is what drives us.My passion for storytelling and technology brings me to connect my experience in video and film to storytelling for everyone—using mobile phones.Hey, everybody, we’re coming to you from San Diego but we’re going down under to Perth Australia. We’re gonna talk to Brian Hennings. His film Express was one of the films we featured in our film festival last April. So

Nov 04,2017 54:20

166. SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking Episode 2 Mithran Maharajan

Welcome to our second SBP Podcast!Tonight, we talk with Mithran Maharajan from Toronto, Canada. Mithran is an exceptional mobile filmmaker and snatched the Best Mobile Feature Film prize in our very first Mobile Film Feature Competition for MFF2017 last April. Mithran's film was shot entirely with a smartphone. The leading actress for the film, Avaah Blackwell put on an outstanding performance. Let’s chat with Mithran so you can learn a bit about him and how he accomplished making a movie with a

Oct 26,2017 01:03:55

167. SBP Podcast Episode 001 Mobile Film - San Diego to Macedonia

First episode of SBP Podcast - Mobile Film from San Diego to MacedoniaIntro to SBP Podcast by host Susy Botello:> Welcome to SBP Podcast by S. Botello Productions! I am Susy Botello. Mobile Film and Video is our focus and innovation is what drives us. My passion for storytelling and technology, brings me to connect my experience in video and film to storytelling for everyone—using mobile phones.Intro to our guest to first podcast episode, Vesna Ristovska:> Our first podcast is brought to you fro

Oct 06,2017 00:00

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