On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Martyna Sikonczyk:

“I'm a Polish animator currently based in Bristol, UK. As a storyteller, I am often inspired by historical themes, as exemplified by my thesis film at UWE Bristol. "The Spring of Nijinsky" tells of the ballet dancer and choreographer Vaslav Nijinsky's struggle to create one of the 20th century's most controversials ballets - Rite of Spring. I feel really strongly about animation's potential for mature, emotionally charged storytelling, and my hope is to be able to convince audiences of this potential as well.”

This episode was hosted by Jenn Keeney, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival.

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Ashley “Tweety” Mason:

“I am a passionate filmmaker that creatively flourishes off a feeling. Every artistic decision is decided by the gut feeling I get from it. My daydreams guide my storytelling as well, so filmmaking as a whole for me is an almost emotional experience.”

This episode was hosted by Sarah Adams, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival.

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Ramona Haywood:

“I began making my first films in my beginner film class at school. I found out about this class through the college and career center when I told them that I wanted to pursue film. Since then I’ve been open to many opportunities in this class thanks to my teacher. The successes in film festivals from my first few films were very unexpected, but they are all thanks to the basics that my teacher taught me regarding shot sizes, equipment, and the artistic aspects of film.”

This episode was hosted by Sarah Adams, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival.

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Ines Wallisch:

“Hi! I’m a high school filmmaker who been interested in film since I was able to push the record button— I even made my first movie on my Dad’s iPhone 3. I am lucky to go to a school with a phenomenal film program and in my three years so far, I have worked on several student films. The majority of my projects have been editing many of my class and peer’s films, but I have also participated in having a role as producer, first assistant director, and even sound design. I worked on a couple of individual projects these past three years, but it wasn’t until this year when I directed my first short film with a complete crew and hired actors. I really enjoyed the role of director as I was able to bring my story to life with the help my amazing crew. I look foward to working on a lot more projects in my senior year and beyond! ”

This episode was hosted by Alexis Casida, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival.

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Jake Robbins:

“Jake Robbins is currently a Junior at Rochester Institute of Technology in the School of Film and Animation with a focus on stop motion animation. As a filmmaker Jake uses everyday objects to tell comedic and modern stories that are relatable to film lovers of all ages. As a film lover himself, Jake strives to create movies that will stay with the audience long after they end. ”

This episode was hosted by Alexis Casida, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival.

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Pavel Korotkikh:

“In my works I want to show people that it is not an exit to hide your demons inside. In my opinion horror genre is the best tool to show it. ”

This episode was hosted by Amaya Tavares, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival.

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Simon Talvend Gillner:

“I have never really been good at explaining things with words, so that’s why visual story telling just came naturally to me. I want to spread positive messages through my films to influence and give people perspective. ”

This episode was hosted by Amaya Tavares, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival.

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Adony El Massih:

“I am a passionate and innovative independent filmmaker from Lebanon, captivating audiences with my distinct storytelling style. Through my films, I am to share my stories, experiences, and inspire meaningful conversations. My commitment to authentic storytelling and social impact sets me apart as a rising talent in the world of independent filmmaking.”

This episode was hosted by Jenn Keeney, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival.

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Alexander Quezada:

“As a young kid I always had a passion for the processs of making movies. The setup, the film gear, the directing etc. Now being a filmmaker for nearly 3 years I want to pursue that passion into a carrer and make films for audiences to enjoy.”

This episode was hosted by Carolina Saco, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival.

On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Veronica Patyuchenko:

“I am a fresh graduate from Rostov-on-Don branch of VGIK, and my entry to the festival is my graduation project. Though I've made a few short films before, I consider "The Wall" my first professional work. As a filmmaker I'm interested in both short self-contained films and in long, possibly serialized narratives and gain my inspiration from 20s cartoons, Soviet animated films of 60s to 80s and DreamWorks early period.”

This episode was hosted by Carolina Saco, a Podcast Host at the Student World Impact Film Festival, and produced by Mark Leschinsky, the Festival Director of the Student World Impact Film Festival.