This weeks conversation between filmmakers is Austin Peters who has made his debut feature film Skincare.

Dom Lenoir discuss with Austin his journey as a filmmaker and his film Skin Care. They chat about the film's tone, which is described as "Southern California Gothic" and "sunshine noir," and its themes of obsession with image and success. Peters also talks about the process of making the film, from developing the script to working with the actors and composing the music. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration and preparation, especially given the tight shooting schedule. The interview concludes with Peters offering advice to his younger self, highlighting the importance of resilience and continuous writing and this weeks The Filmmakers Podcast as we talk from music videos to short films to making your feature debut with Skincare director and writer Austin Peters.

Skincare is OUT NOW in the US and will be release in the UK soon.

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Sat 19th Oct at The Hen & Chickens Theatre in Islington, London.

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SHORT FILM SHOWCASE

Center Frame https://www.centerframe.com/industry-showcase.

WATCH our interview with Elizabeth Olsen and Carrie Coon on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-TU39BmwLI&t=167s.

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PATREON

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CREDITS

The Filmmakers Podcast is written, produced and edited by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson

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