Reframed The Podcast

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What does it really take to light the face of an icon? In this episode of the Reframed podcast, Dylan Hahn sits down with cinematographer Oliver Millar to talk about crafting high-end commercial imagery—from giant lighting setups to delicate eye lights and buttery lens choices. Oliver opens up about working with directors like C Prinz, chasing emotion over perfection, and why the best images sometimes come from duct-taped lenses and a little bit of chaos.

▶ Sources:

• Connect with Oliver Millar• https://olivermillar.com/

• https://www.instagram.com/oli_millar/

▶ About The Reframed Podcast:“Reframed” is a filmmaker podcast that poses fresh and insightful questions to filmmakers. It offers a compelling look behind the scenes, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of the film industry and the creative minds that drive it.

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What happens when a client's vision challenges your own? In episode 11 of the Reframed podcast, Dylan Hahn sits down with commercial director Ryan Ovadia, who’s worked with brands like Instagram and Meta, to talk about the true collaborative nature of commercial filmmaking. Ryan opens up about pitching, building treatments, and the beautiful chaos of set life—from weather battles to camera transitions and creative compromises. He shares what it takes to win a commercial bid, how to communicate with actors and clients, and why not every project should demand your emotional depletion.

▶ Sources:

• Connect with Ryan Ovadia• https://ryanovadia.com/

• https://www.instagram.com/encyclovadia/

• madebybanter.com

• Instagram "More Cameras, More Fun"

• https://vimeo.com/840260144

• META @meta | @instagram

• Creative Program Manager: Amara Cusella

• Head Of Creative Growth: Sean Pryor

▶ About The Reframed Podcast:

“Reframed” is a filmmaker podcast that poses fresh and insightful questions to filmmakers. It offers a compelling look behind the scenes, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of the film industry and the creative minds that drive it.

▶ Find Inspiration with Frame Set:

•https://frameset.app/stills?utm_source=fs-oc&utm_medium=fs-youtube&utm_campaign=Nicholas+Jandora+Ep.+10+Reframed+Podcast

▶ About This Episode:

Why are filmmakers still choosing film in the digital age?

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About The Reframed Podcast:

About Frame Set:

Super 8 Footage in the intro shot by DP Alexander Rivera

In this episode, director Alex Takacs (Young Replicant) and Dylan Hahn dive deep into AI and its ever-growing influence on the industry, finding your voice as a filmmaker, and the unspoken hierarchy that a director has on set.

In this episode, director Elle Brooks-Tao and Dylan Hahn chat about what it means to really own being a director and the ups and downs of finding your creative voice. Elle opens up about tapping into her early creativity, working with amazing teams, and how she keeps learning on set. We also get into the whole work-life balance thing, staying healthy, and what keeps her excited and fresh as an artist.Connect with Elle Brooks-Tao:https://ellebrookstao.com/https://www.instagram.com/ellebrookstao/

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Dylan Hahn sits down with director Jackson Tisi for episode 6 of the Reframed Podcast. In this episode, they talk about the use of a directors cut, working with your friends, and how his role as a director fits into the big picture. We get behind the scenes with Jackson and break down his recent commercial for Remy Martin, and for the first time on this show we pick apart the unique treatment that won him the job.Jackson Tisi a Wyoming raised, New York/LA based filmmaker. His passion for filmmaking started by capturing action sports like freestyle skiing and skateboarding. He has since gone on to work for brands like, META, Honda, Cadillac, AWAY, Spotify, Starbucks, to name a few. He has been trusted to work with a wide range of artists, models, and athletes. He is a Young Director’s Award winner and was part of the Young Guns Class in 2020. He is currently developing his first feature film.

Connect with Jackson Tisi:

https://www.instagram.com/jacksontisi/

Director Mia Barnes and Dylan Hahn talk about all things music videos.They get into word-building, and creating for an artist's brand. She dives into her creative process, which involves listening to songs repeatedly, finding personal passion, and being selective about the projects she takes on. Mia shares lessons learned, the role of representation in her career, and the importance of being over-prepared, while still allowing room for creative flexibility. 30 minutes of the episode is dedicated to breaking down her Ed Sheeran Project of a lifetime. Enjoy.Connect with Mia Barnes:https://www.instagram.com/_miabarnes/

In Episode 004 of the Reframed Podcast, Dylan Hahn talks with director Damien Blue, exploring the intricacies of commercial filmmaking. They delve into Damien's approach to balancing his roles as both director and DP, along with various other aspects of his creative process.

https://www.damienblue.com/

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On Episode 003 of the Reframed Podcast, Dylan Hahn sits down with director Ben Carter. Raised in the home of Nascar, he’s someone who been able to take his deep-rooted love for racing and use it to fuel his career. With commercials for Toyota, Lexus, and Harley Davidson, it’s inspiring to see just how dialed in he is to the automotive genre of commercial filmmaking.In this episode, we talk about his on-set reputation for fostering a collaborative work environment and setting good vibes. We also cover some of the fun tools that have helped elevate his work to the next level.Ben knows how to captivate and sell the performance of a vehicle with intensity, but he almost always does it through the eyes of the people who drive them.

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