In this follow-up conversation, Corey welcomes back Benedict Coulter, co-founder and (still) editor of REBEL, a creative boutique powerhouse in the entertainment advertising industry. Benny shares stories from his illustrious career in the trailer world, going back to the early days at Kaleidoscope working alongside legends. We also delve into his passion for mentorship. Plus we go deeper into this latest chapter in his creative life as an author of 30 children's books and counting. With fascinating anecdotes about working with Spielberg, Paul McCartney, and Oliver Stone, this episode is a masterclass in creativity and collaboration.

What We Discussed:

1. The challenges and triumphs of creating trailers for iconic films like Forrest Gump and Gremlins.
2. How Benedict developed The Brilliant Kid, a platform for meaningful children's content.
3. The art of blending music and visuals in trailer-making, including stories of working with The Beatles anthology.
4. Insights into Benedict's approach to mentorship and nurturing young talent in the industry.
5. Why taking risks and betting on yourself is vital in building a successful career.

Episode Highlights:

• [00:01:00] Benedict shares his personal experience with recent challenges in Los Angeles, including evacuating during wildfires.
• [00:04:00] The genesis of The Brilliant Kid and its mission to provide children with comfort and understanding during uncertain times.
• [00:15:00] Behind-the-scenes of Forrest Gump: From initial reactions to crafting one of the most memorable trailers in movie history.
• [00:23:00] Benedict’s meeting with Paul McCartney and creating the trailer for The Beatles anthology – a dream come true for a lifelong fan.
• [00:37:00] Crafting avant-garde teasers like Natural Born Killers and navigating creative differences.
• [00:42:00] Founding Trailer Park: The leap of faith and the journey to build one of Hollywood’s most iconic creative agencies.
• [00:53:00] Mentoring the next generation: Discovering talent and supporting programs like Film2Future.
• [01:02:00] The joy of building a small, tight-knit creative team again at REBEL and continuing the legacy of collaboration.

Featured Quotes:

1. “There’s nothing better than getting to collaborate with Spielberg, McCartney, and so many brilliant creatives. It’s like a dream come true.”
2. “You don’t keep it unless you give it away.” – Benedict on the importance of mentoring young talent.
3. “Cutting The Beatles anthology was a blast—it was a perfect blend of storytelling and the greatest music ever made.”
4. “Starting Trailer Park was terrifying, but you never look back. It’s those leaps that make all the difference.”

Resources Mentioned:

• The Brilliant Kid App: YouTube Content (free access to children’s educational videos).
• Film2Future: Official Website
• Good City Mentors: Official Website

 

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