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Filmmaking Conversations Podcast with Damien Swaby

Filmmaking Conversations Podcast with Damien Swaby

Di: Damien Swaby
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Step into the world of independent film with Filmmaking Conversations with Damien SwabyFrom established industry voices to the filmmakers of tomorrow, Damien Swaby opens up conversations that spark ideas, share experiences, and celebrate creativity in all its forms.

Each episode offers listeners both inspiration and practical takeaways, leaving them better equipped to bring their own stories to life.With a loyal and growing audience of passionate filmmakers and film lovers, Filmmaking Conversations has become a trusted space for authentic dialogue and fresh perspectives on the art of storytelling.

Join us—and discover why this podcast is resonating with the community shaping the future of film.

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  • Ep 298: Saila Kariat on Jesus Land: Adapting Trauma and Directing Juliette Lewis

    Ep 298: Saila Kariat on Jesus Land: Adapting Trauma and Directing Juliette Lewis
    Nov 1 2026
    How do you bring someone’s most painful memories to the screen with honesty and care?Damien Swaby speaks with writer and director Saila Kariat about Jesus Land, her adaptation of Julia Scheeres’s memoir exploring racism, religious extremism and the bond between siblings Julia and David. Saila shares her journey from engineering to filmmaking and the five-year process of bringing her second feature to the screen. She discusses directing Juliette Lewis, Ella Anderson and Xavier Jones, supporting actors through emotionally demanding scenes, and recreating different locations and decades on an independent budget.

    From a lightning storm that disrupted the first day to financial pressures near the end of production, this is a candid conversation about completing an ambitious film in just 25 shooting days—and the love, grief and compassion behind it.In this episode:
    • Adapting a memoir and deciding what to preserve, reshape or leave out.
    • How Saila’s own experiences of racism informed her approach.
    • Casting, rehearsals and working with Juliette Lewis.
    • Production design, colour grading and the importance of sound.
    • Keeping a cast and crew supported under pressure.
    • Film festivals, sales agents and navigating distribution.
    • Why the sibling relationship remains the heart of Jesus Land.
    https://sailakariat.com/
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    58 min
  • Ep 297: Joshua Lastine: Film Contracts, Copyright and Creative Ownership

    Ep 297: Joshua Lastine: Film Contracts, Copyright and Creative Ownership
    Oct 31 2026
    When someone helps rewrite your script, who owns the finished story? And what happens when the person financing your film wants to change it?

    Entertainment lawyer Joshua Lastine joins Damien Swaby on Filmmaking Conversations to explore the agreements behind creative work—and the disputes that can arise when expectations are left unwritten.

    Drawing on his experience across independent film, animation and talent deals, Joshua discusses when to involve a lawyer, what to look for beyond the headline fee, and how ownership disagreements can follow a project all the way into production. We also explore his cautious approach to fair use, the distinction between fair use and public domain, and the questions AI raises around authorship and copyright. Joshua shares his journey from Iowa to Hollywood, including work at Marvel Studios and time in the CAA mailroom.In this episode:
    • Defining ownership, credit and responsibilities with creative collaborators.
    • Understanding payment schedules, milestones and contract details.
    • Securing rights and organising production paperwork.
    • Negotiating creative control when someone else provides the money.
    • Discussing clearance, fair use and the risks of relying on supposed shortcuts.
    • Navigating AI tools and questions of human authorship.
    • Building a career through relationships, adaptability and a love of film.
    https://lastineentertainmentlaw.com/
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    56 min
  • Ep 296: Stop Waiting, Start Filming: Mike Gallant and Seled Calderon on BACKPAY

    Ep 296: Stop Waiting, Start Filming: Mike Gallant and Seled Calderon on BACKPAY
    Oct 14 2026
    Mike Gallant and Seled Calderon join Damien Swaby to discuss BACKPAY, an independent neo-noir crime thriller about financial desperation, family and the consequences of believing one bad decision can fix everything.Written, directed and produced by Gallant, who also stars, the film follows Steve, a desperate father fighting to save his marriage. Alongside Murphy, a cop caught up in life as an informant, he attempts to extort a corrupt politician and crack a safe—with increasingly dangerous consequences.

    Mike discusses how the frustration of chasing payments, rising living costs and providing for a family gave him a personal connection to the story. Seled reflects on bringing her experience as a mother to her performance and how a supportive crew helped her take emotional risks.

    Their conversation offers a candid look at independent filmmaking, from developing a short proof of concept into a feature to overcoming self-doubt and creating opportunities for yourself.In this episode:
    • Mike’s beginnings in filmmaking and Seled’s move from modelling into acting.
    • Expanding BACKPAY from a short film into a feature.
    • Financial pressure, wage theft and the responsibilities of parenthood.
    • Casting and building a team of trusted collaborators.
    • Balancing acting with responsibilities behind the camera.
    • Creating a set where performers feel safe to explore.
    • The influence of Michael Mann and Penélope Cruz.
    • Moving beyond perfectionism and getting the film made.
    BACKPAY stars Mike Gallant, Dwain Murphy, Seled Calderon, Golden Madison and Jason Pennell.Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q12ypJOEb3g
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    1 ora e 12 min
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