On this episode of the Film Sessions Podcast, we are excited to feature Tarun Hukare:

“"Tarun is 20 year old filmmaker,writer,editor, and pianist.He also shares a kin intrest in Classical western music.

His primary influences are Rajkumar Hirani , James Cameron , Steven Spielberg , Akira Kurosawa.He thinks Film as an simulation of reality , how we percieve our daily lives.

Film is emotional medium and making it is almost like doing magic , it is Hypnotic and magical at the same time.

I believe Filmmaking being a smaller community , filmmakers around the world must support each other as we all share the common bond and crave for creativity."”

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 Clement Steve Leal:

“I am a creative and passionated mind looking to expand the world of film making and animation. My goal is to use this industry to see life from a different perspective, share empathy with the world through art, and give a voice through representation to the ones who feel they lack one.”

This episode was hosted by Athena Cheris, 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 Carlos Lerma:

“I'm a mexican storyteller. I am a bedroom filmmaker at heart. I started making films in 2016, and slowly started making quality original films. Both animated and live-action. I've been very lucky to have theee films selected in SWIFF, and two of those nominated! I've been living in Chicago since September 2022 to pursue a carreer in film.”

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 Majestea Studios:

“"Majestea Studios is composed of 10 students from Sheridan College, all of whom are studying Animation. We were assigned to random groups depending on everyone's strengths within the animation pipeline and completed our entire short film within the span of 8 months.

Camille Ongjoco, Kashuss Belmar, and Isaiah Dunk were part of the Unfolded crew. Aside from being a team member, Camille was a versatile production manager, background painter, and storyboard supervisor. Meet Kashuss, an animator, visual development artist, and animation supervisor who will mesmerize you with his creative prowess. And let's not forget Isaiah, the talented background painter, and animator who adds a touch of magic to every frame. "”

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 Quentin Gong:

“I'm an indie filmmaker, and filmmaking is the only thing I can stick with. I love stories, and films tell stories through sound and images. Dramatizing what I have experienced allows me to turn my ordinary experience into a more interesting story. We are all born ordinary, but we all have the potential to experience extraordinary lives.”

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 Valkyrie Yao:

“Valkyrie Yao is a choreographer, dancer, and multidisciplinary artist. As a dancer and choreographer with an interest in the multidisciplinary arts field, she brings a unique and dynamic perspective to the art of movement. Currently, she is pursuing an MFA degree in dance with an interdisciplinary digital media and performance concentration.”

This episode was hosted by Sydney Smith, 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 Jarret Zundel:

“As an Asian American filmmaker, I am dedicated to capturing and sharing the narratives of Asian businesses in the San Francisco Bay Area. Through my films, I aim to bridge generational gaps and uplift the voices of my community. By showcasing the experiences and contributions of Asian businesses, I aspire to bring greater awareness and appreciation to their significant role in our community. I believe in the power of storytelling to foster understanding and celebrate diversity, and I am honored to have the opportunity to give back to my community through my filmmaking endeavors.”

This episode was hosted by Sydney Smith, 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 Gunyung Lee:

“I'm an animation director who work everything including animating itself. All animation that I directed came from my story, my life. Ironicall, "And Then" comes from my bad habit, which was I hated. ”

This episode was hosted by Sydney Smith, 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 Yanniv Frank:

“Yanniv Frank's work is aimed at engaging young audiences in complex conversations. Utilizing his expertise in puppetry, Yanniv creates media focused on social issues such as emotional wellness and gender liberation. When working on a project, Yanniv puts equal priority on ensuring a positive experience for his team and presenting a stellar final product - as an artistic leader, you MUST value and uplift your collaborators!”

This episode was hosted by Sydney Smith, 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 Victoire Marie-Amada Polsky:

“Lots of art mediums interest me, I'm a painter aside from filmmaking, but ultimately my favorite is film for all the methods you're given through which to reach your audience. My biggest goal in film and art is successfully conveying the same message I learned when creating to people when they listen and see it. It feels sort of like connecting with a stranger.”

This episode was hosted by Sydney Smith, 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.