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Have you ever found yourself almost giving up on your dreams?

In today’s episode, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska offer you a little dose of inspiration to keep you dreaming until your dreams become reality.

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

Eugene Onegin by Alexander Pushkin (Rumena's Obsession)
Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity (Konstantin's Obsession)

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How many female filmmakers can you name? If you had to think for a second, then this episode is for you!

In honor of Women's History Month, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska highlight great films directed by women.

Gender inequality is still present in the entertainment industry and it's important to support female directors by recognizing them and their great work.

List of highlighted films:

Lost in Translation by Sofia Coppola
Selma by  Ava DuVernay
Lady Bird by Greta Gerwig
American Psycho by Mary Harron
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood by Marielle Heller
Wonder Woman by Patty Jenkins
Faces Places by Agnès Varda
Clueless by Amy Heckerling
Sleepless in Seattle by Nora Ephron

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

Waking Up by Sam Harris Introductory Course (Konstantin's Obsession)
Writing a Short Film (Rumena's Obsession)

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In today’s episode, Konstantin Starodetskii interviews actor and documentary producer, Michael Franklin.

Michael's latest work is on the Apple TV+ show "Truth Be Told", where he plays the young version of Shreve, the father of the main character Poppy, played by Octavia Spencer. He was also featured in the HBO Max's show "Euphoria" and the Netflix show "Atypical".  His works frequently address the topics of activism for African American youth.

In this conversation Michael talks about his experiences as an actor on the renowned shows from the audition process to booking the job. He gives us a closer look at what it's like working with actors such as Octavia Spencer and directors such as Pippa Bianco and Alma Har'el.

Franklin also shares his initial inspiration to become an actor and passion for his idols that have set the pavement for Black artists in Hollywood. Also, you'll learn what projects Michael is working on now.

Selected Show Notes:

Oakland, California
Truth Be Told
Ron Cephas Jones
Pippa Bianco (Director of "Euphoria" S1, Episode 6)
Monsters of California
Blink 182
Alma Har'el
Harlem Nights
Whoopi Goldberg
Sidney Poitier
Stepmother 2- On TUBI
No Way Out
Blue Marvel

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

The Legend of Vox Machina (Michael's Obsession)
Maister Athletic Tape (Konstantin's Obsession)

P.S. This is for any casting directors reading this, Mr. Franklin will be a great candidate for the role of Blue Marvel!

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Cinema is one of the most beautiful and versatile arts. Films can transport us to different places and connect us in many ways. If you cannot physically travel, why not dive into the world of international cinema?

In today's episode, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska give their recommendations of international films worth watching.

List of Films:

Chinese Puzzle by Cédric Klapisch
The Innocents by Eskil Vogt
Burning by Lee Chang-dong based on a short story  by Haruki Murakami
Honeyland Tamara Kotevska and Ljubomir Stefanov
Parasite by Bong Joon Ho
Loveless by Andrey Zvyagintsev
Stalker by Andrei Tarkovsky

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

Rode Wireless Mics (Rumki’s Obsession)
Berlin International Film Festival (Konstantin’s Obsession)

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In today’s episode, Konstantin Starodetskii interviews screenwriter, producer, and WGA member, Richard Hatem. 

Richard is currently an Executive Producer on HBO Max’s show Titans. He co-created the TV series Miracles and The Gates for ABC. Mr. Hatem has also written/produced episodes for shows such as Supernatural, Grimm, The Dead Zone, Witches of East End, Once Upon A Time In Wonderland, and many, MANY more.

His feature film credits include Under Siege 2: Dark Territory and The Mothman Prophecies. In addition, he is a contributing author to Inside the Room: Writing Television with the pros at UCLA Extension Writers’ Program.

In this conversation Richard Hatem shares his passion for writing, love for TV, and priceless career advice for anyone who wants to become a professional writer in the entertainment industry.

They chat about Richard's career milestones, the importance of loving your craft, and the future of television. From being a teenager with a great desire to write, Richard shares his journey to becoming one of the main writers on the Warner Brother's show Titans.

Selected Show Notes:

Jason Katims (Producer of Friday Night Lights)
Under Siege 2: Dark Territory (1995)
Titans (2018)
Miracles (Created by Richard)
Geoff Johns  & Akiva Goldsman (Creators of Titans)
Greg Walker (Executive Producer/Showrunner of Titans)
Joshua Orpin (Superboy)
Richard's Twitter

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

White Chocolate Covered Oreo (Richard's Obsession)
"Ninth House" by Leigh Bardugo + Sequel "Hell Bent"(Richard's Obsession)
"I want my MTV" book" (Richard's Obsession)

Bird Feeder (Konstantin's Obsession)

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If you don’t love yourself, how will you give love to others? Your relationship with yourself is important as any other relationship and it takes time and effort.

In today's episode Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska share tips on how to practice self-love and spend time with yourself in order to live a more creative and fulfilling life.

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

Pointe Shoes (Rumena's Obsession)
SPORTea (Konstantin's Obsession)

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In a world full of distractions, it's hard to stay focused. Training your focus span helps you stay productive and improve the overall quality of your life.

In today's episode Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska share tips on how to improve your ability to focus when working on creative projects, important tasks, and life goals. 

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

Warby Parker Glasses (Rumena's Obsession)
17-Min Run (Konstantin's Obsession)

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The Academy Awards hold a special place in the lives of film lovers. People from around the world watch the ceremony, rooting for their favorite films and admiring the celebrities on the red carpet.

In this episode, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska discuss their Oscar-watching experience in their home countries and share thoughts on the 2023 nominations.

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

Leather Purse - Audry K boutique (Rumena's Obsession)
AMC A-List (Konstantin's Obsession)

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A hardworking and trustworthy film crew is an essential part of a smooth production. In today's episode, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska share tips on how to build an amazing crew.

Films are made collectively by all the artists that work on the film set. When hiring the crew for your next project it's important to find people that you can build long lasting relationships with.

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

Whole Foods Advent Calendar (Rumena's Obsession)
Sundance Film Festival (Konstantin's Obsession)

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Have you established habits for your filmmaking career? If not, then it's never too late! In today's episode, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska share some good habits that can help you become a better storyteller and achieve your goals.

Establishing good habits is essential. It can take up to 90 days to make a good habit a part of your lifestyle, but the results can last a lifetime.

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

Storyboard Notebook by Plot Devices (Rumena's Obsession)
12 Books from 12 Friends (Konstantin's Obsession)

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