In this episode, we sit down with Director Emilio Miguel Torres and Director of Photography Toby Romero — longtime best friends, college roommates, and the creative minds behind the new feature film The Ladder.

We talk about their journey from college film sets to premiering at major festivals, what it took to bring The Ladder to life in the remote town of Ketchikan, Alaska, and how their deep collaboration and trust shaped the emotional core of the film.

🎬 Watch the official trailer for The Ladder:
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🔗 Connect with our guests:
 Emilio Miguel Torres
📸 Instagram: @emiliofilms
🌐 Website: emiliofilms.com

Toby Romero
📸 Instagram: @tobyromerodp
🌐 Website: tobyromero.com

🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and www.reelbros.tv
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This week we are joined by Jarrod Wilson, owner of Pirate Grip & Electric, Pirate Studios, and Pirate Booty Props. With over 17 years of experience the Arizona film industry it's safe to say Jarrod knows his way around a film set. We talk about how a need for a specific light started it all, and why it's all about the people in this industry. This episode is a great perspective from the grip and electric side of things and why putting in the time is the best way to learn. 

Website: https://pirategripandelectric.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pirategripandelectric/

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On this episode we have a very unique guest, he is an entrepreneur, veteran and documentary filmmaker who found his niche during the riots of 2020 heading out into the streets to document police activity in Phoenix, Arizona. Over the course of two years he has built a successful full time brand as well as established relationships with many local and nation wide law enforcement agencies. From ride alongs in police helicopters, learning the inside world of phoenix crime and more this is a unique opportunity to learn that when your work resonates with a community, the doors will keep opening. 

https://darkhorselionheart.com/
Dark Horse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkhorse_lionheart/?hl=en


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This weeks guest is Nick Weeber is a Filmmaker and photographer with a focus on shooting with film. Nick is also the owner operator of Wilson Camera a photography store that recently made the transition to only focus on Film cameras and development. We talk about how Nick came to be the owner from his roots back in Michigan. Then we go into the unsettling state of instagram and how we see a dangerous transition across the board of the “content Creator”. Can we save one of our favorite platforms from turning into and endless stream of cheap entertainment, tune in to find out. 

Nicks Instagram: www.instagram.com/weebermedia

Check out Wilson Camera Here: www.wilsoncamera.com

Wilson Camera Instagram:www.instagram.com/wilson.camera


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This episodes guest is Kayla Windsor, a member of the production community for over 12 years. She has filled every roll from DP, Camera Operator, 1st and 2nd AC and even DIT. We sat down with her to discuss her journey from filming friends concerts to where she is today. We also take some time to discuss the unfortunate reality of working as a female in the production industry and how she has changed her mindset to overcome these hurdles and push towards her dream of being a camera operator on large movie productions. She’s learned what she enjoys and doesn’t and this episode is not only informative if you’re looking to be on a camera team but also inspirational. 

Be sure to check out her Instagram and give her a follow
Instagram @emaginariumm

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Today's guest is Brandon Barnard a founder and director at Matter Films, a Phoenix based Emmy Award winning production studio focusing on commercial media production. During this podcast we discuss Brandon's journey to start Matter Films including the benefits of a partnership with an advertising agency. We also discuss some of the things they don't tell you about traveling for filmmaking, including getting interrogated in Mexico. This is a great episode to listen to if you are looking to take your filmmaking beyond the border of your home country, as well as if you are looking to learn more about what to look for when assembling your team of fellow creatives. 

Brandon's Instagram - @bbarna0

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Join us for episode 19 of “On The Reel” with special guest Tony Swann co-founder of Thrillwave a creative media agency based in Phoenix, AZ. 

During our almost two hour long discussion we talk about how Tony came to define himself as a “Video Developer”, in a world full of videographers and filmmakers. He’s also our first guest to bring his own props to share with the class, so you’ll wanna tune in.

We also discuss our first time working together at a music festival, why video rental stores probably went out of business because of free candy, his epic annual trips to the El Mirage dry lake bed for a creative retreat and do NFT’s have a place in the film industry. 

See Tony’s work here: https://thrillwave.com/ 
Follow him on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swanndive/

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Our guest Jacen Sievers is a Commercial Emmy award winning cinematographer based in Phoenix, Arizona. With a focus on commercial, narrative, and documentary work he has grown his career to work with brands such as Netflix, Champion, Verizon, American Heart Association and the Arizona Cardinals.

Tune into to this episode were we take a deep dive into his early life as a filmmaker, explore why your network and team around you matter, and give some epic insight into those looking to make the jump to director of photography.

Grab your favorite beverage and join us for another episode of "On The Reel" with Reelbros Media.

Jacen Sievers Website: https://www.jacensieversdp.com/ 
Jacen Sievers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacensievers/


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Cole Horchler is a self taught professional architectural photographer. Originally gifted a camera from his grandfather it sparked a deep passion for the art of photography. Now working professionally in and around Arizona and neighboring states, he has grown to become a well known architectural photographer amongst the design and architecture communities. Ever felt imposter syndrome, its a real thing and we touch on it throughout the podcast as we hear Coles unique journey first hand.  In this episode we talk about his start, discuss some of the unique techniques and approaches Cole has developed himself, as well as talk about the difficulty of working for your self as a creative.

So join us for our longest podcast yet, two hours packed full of insight, jokes, and good conversation.


See more of Cole's work  here:
Website: https://colehorchler.photos/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colehorchle...

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We are joined by AZ based filmmaker and photographer Tyler Chandler for this episode. Following up after our recent trip up to Flagstaff, AZ, to create a Can Am spec commercial using some of our favorite tools as well as some brand new ones. We chat about what it was like flying our Brand New Freefly systems Alta 8 Pro Heavy Lifter Drone, how sometimes all you need to get stable shots is a couple bungee cords, and touch on Tylers history and where he sees his journey going in the filmmaking business. It's always fun to bring people like Tyler around, and he has a knack for bringing you all some amazing behind the scenes footage.

Check out the Spec Video Here:

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