Directors UK Podcast

Directors UK Podcast

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Directors UK Podcast episodes

  • Anatomy Of A Scandal: S.J. Clarkson in conversation with Martin Scorsese
    The latest episode of the Directors UK Podcast has arrived!
    In this latest episode, director and former Directors UK Board member S.J. Clarkson is joined by fellow director Martin Scorsese to discuss the making of her hit TV drama, Anatomy of a Scandal.
    Together they discuss refreshing the portrayal of courtroom dramas, giving a sense of memory and thought, taking visual risks, and the sugary power of Percy Pig sweets!
    If you like our podcasts, help us reach other film and TV lovers by rating, reviewing and sharing with your friends.
    Music: Loyalty Freak
    1 hr
  • Slow Horses: James Hawes in conversation with Charles Sturridge
    Welcome to the Directors UK Podcast!
    In this episode, directors James Hawes and Charles Sturridge discuss the making of James' latest series, Slow Horses. James takes us through how he became attached to the project, getting a specific look for London onscreen, and working with an amazing cast.
    If you like our podcasts, help us reach more film and TV lovers by rating us and leaving a review on your favourite podcast platform.
    Music: Loyalty Freak
    58 min
  • My Name is Pauli Murray: Betsy West in conversation with Beeban Kidron
    Welcome to the Directors UK Podcast!
    In this episode we welcome BAFTA and Oscar-nominated director Betsy West, who spoke to us about her documentary My Name is Pauli Murray, which she co-directed with Julie Cohen. Betsy is joined in conversation by fellow filmmaker Beeban Kidron OBE.
    Betsy spoke to Beeban about the research she did into Pauli’s story, the decision to use Pauli’s voice as a narrator, and how colour-coding makes for a successful directing partnership.
    We hope you enjoy the podcast! If you like what you hear, please leave us a rating and a review.
    Music: Loyalty Freak
    54 min
  • Encounter: Michael Pearce in conversation with Yann Demange
    Welcome to the Directors UK Podcast!
    For this episode we were joined by Michael Pearce to discuss his film Encounter, starring Riz Ahmed. Joining Michael was fellow director Yann Demange!
    Michael and Yann discuss working with kids on production, his approach to developing a connection between the actors, creating a visual language, and so much more.
    We hope you enjoy the show! Help us to reach more film lovers by reviewing and rating us wherever you get your pods.
    Music: Loyalty Freak
    49 min
  • Landscapers: Will Sharpe in conversation with Armando Iannucci
    Welcome to the Directors UK podcast!
    In this episode we welcomed BAFTA-nominated director and Directors UK member, Will Sharpe, who spoke to us about his latest Television series, Landscapers. Joining him in the conversation was BAFTA-winning director and fellow Directors UK member Armando Iannucci.
    In this conversation we hear Will speak about placing the audience in the frame, finding the characters in the rehearsal process and how the working contributions from costume designer Charlotte Walter helped build the intricate world for the series.
    Our Directors UK podcast series elevates the conversation around the craft of directing, and if you've been enjoying our series so far, please do rate the podcast, leave a review and share with your friends!
    Music: Loyalty Freak
    1 hr 1 min
  • Don't Look Up: Adam McKay in conversation with Sarah Gavron
    Welcome to the Directors UK Podcast!
    In this episode, we hear from Adam McKay, director of the climate crisis satire Don't Look Up — which is nominated for Best Picture at both the BAFTA and Academy Awards.
    Adam spoke to fellow director Sarah Gavron about how he wrote the film, assembling his incredible cast, improvisation, VFX, and so much more...
    If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave us a review so we can reach more listeners!
    Music: Loyalty Freak
    42 min
  • Writing with Fire: Rintu Thomas and Sushmit Ghosh in conversation with Waad Al-Kateab
    In this episode, we flash back to our recent event covering the outstanding, Oscar-nominated documentary Writing with Fire.
    We spoke to the film’s directors, Rintu Thomas and Sushmit Ghosh just hours after they found out about their nomination.
    The evening’s host, For Sama director Waad Al-Kateab, shared her own experiences of the awards circuit – and together they discussed ideas of collaboration, storytelling and ambition in filmmaking.
    This is a must-listen for documentary lovers – and if you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave us a review. Enjoy!
    If you've not been lucky enough to catch it yet, Writing with Fire is coming to BBC Storyville - Wednesday March 2nd, 10pm, BBC Four: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0014zvj
    47 min
  • The Colour Room: Claire McCarthy in conversation with Tinge Krishnan
    Welcome to the Directors UK Podcast!
    In this insightful episode we hear from director Claire McCarthy, as she shares her experience directing her feature, The Colour Room.
    Joined by Directors UK Board Member Tinge Krishnan, Claire speaks about her rigorous shooting schedule, working with actors and the power of the right edit.
    We hope you enjoy the podcast - and if you do like what you hear, leave us a review!
    58 min
  • Last Night in Soho: Edgar Wright in conversation with Rose Glass
    Welcome to the Directors UK Podcast!
    The tables are turned this episode as we see Edgar Wright discuss his film, Last Night in Soho, with fellow director Rose Glass.
    A while ago, Rose was interviewed by Edgar about her debut feature Saint Maud – and you can hear that conversation by scrolling back in our podcast feed.
    But back to Last Night in Soho… Edgar spoke to Rose about coordinating complex scenes, ‘Dracula O’Clock’ and how the team got *that* shot on Haymarket in the bag.
    If you enjoy our podcast, help us out by leaving a review and sharing with fellow film lovers!
    1 hr 8 min
  • The Hand of God — Paolo Sorrentino in conversation with Joe Wright
    Welcome to the Directors UK Podcast!
    This episode captures and in-depth conversation with Paolo Sorrentino as he discusses his semi-autobiographical feature, The Hand of God with fellow director Joe Wright.
    We hear Paolo speak on his decision to make the film in two acts, how he achieved the film's beautiful opening sequence, his longstanding collaboration with Daria D'Antonio and his love for his parents
    We hope you enjoy the podcast!
    Music: Loyalty Freak
    42 min

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