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Kingdom of Dreams Podcast is a must-listen for film enthusiasts. As a director, producer, and passionate movie lover, I’ve always been captivated by the behind-the-scenes stories, especially those from my own filmmaking journey.
This podcast is dedicated to uncovering untold stories from Directors, Editors, Screenwriters, Cinematographers, Production Designers, Producers, Composers, VFX artists, and more. It also explores the highs and lows of building a career in filmmaking and the profound ways it shapes our personal lives.
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Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with film editor Craig Wood to talk about the sci fi film Good Luck Have Fun Don’t Die, directed by Gore Verbinski. Craig shares insights into the editing process and the technical challenges of shaping the film’s pace and structure. We also discuss the deeper themes of technology, violence, and the digital world we live in today. It is a thoughtful conversation about filmmaking, storytelli...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with director Anya Adams for a wonderful conversation about directing the powerful Episodes 7 and 8 finale of the Netflix series Bridgerton. Anya takes us behind the scenes of crafting the emotional climax of the season, sharing how she approached blocking complex scenes, collaborating closely with actors and the creative team, and balancing the visual elegance the show is known for with str...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with visionary director Brett Leonard for a fascinating conversation about his groundbreaking science fiction film The Lawnmower Man and its newly released Director’s Cut, now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Brett takes us behind the scenes of making one of the earliest films to explore virtual reality and digital consciousness, discussing how the film’s visual effects were far ahead of th...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with stop motion animator Jan Erik Maas for a fascinating conversation about his work on Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio directed by Guillermo del Toro. Jan Erik takes us inside the meticulous process of stop motion animation, explaining how characters are brought to life frame by frame and the patience, precision, and teamwork required to create a film like Pinocchio. He shares behind the s...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Nigel Bluck for a fascinating conversation about crafting visual storytelling on large-scale productions. Nigel takes us behind the scenes of Anaconda, sharing memorable stories from the set including the intense jungle sequences, the famous squirrel moment involving Jack Black, and the dramatic staging of the anaconda’s final confrontation. He explains how th...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed film critic Anupama Chopra for a wide-ranging conversation about cinema, storytelling, and her remarkable career spanning more than three decades. Anupama discusses her book Dining with the Stars, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from her many conversations with some of the biggest names in Indian cinema. She reflects on how film journalism has evolved over the years, the r...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Alicia Robbins, who lensed key episodes of Bridgerton Seasons 3 and 4. Alicia takes us inside Episodes 2, 4, 7, and 8 across both Volume 1 and Volume 2, breaking down how she crafted the visual language of romance, tension, and spectacle that defines the series. She shares how she approached lighting the grand ball sequences and intimate character moments, how...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Affonso Gonçalves, the acclaimed editor behind Hamnet. Affonso opens up about the deeply emotional experience of editing Hamnet—how the material affected him personally and the responsibility he felt in shaping such an intimate, grief-driven story. He reflects on his creative collaboration with director Chloé Zhao, discussing trust, restraint, and how emotion guides editorial decisions...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Anthony Scott, a stop-motion animator behind The Nightmare Before Christmas. Anthony shares his deeply personal journey with the film, how working on Nightmare gave him courage, shaped his creative identity, and left a lasting emotional imprint on his life. He also takes us inside the technical and storytelling craft of stop-motion animation, breaking down character movement, patience,...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with editors Eduardo Serrano and Matheus Farias to explore the craft behind a Golden Globe nominated Brazilian spy drama set during a political dictatorship. They discuss how they shaped the film’s pacing, tension, and emotional rhythm, handled key scenes, and approached their editing workflow. It’s a focused conversation on discipline, restraint, and how editing can amplify both story and ...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed editor Håkan Karlsson for an intimate conversation about the power of editing and narrative rhythm. Håkan takes us inside the cutting room of Mel Gibson’s latest film, breaking down how pacing, restraint, and emotional timing shaped the final story. He speaks candidly about the difficult editorial decisions behind the scenes, including a pivotal moment that was ultimately rem...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed production designer Fiona Crombie and costume designer Malgosia Turzanska for an intimate conversation about the art of collaboration and visual storytelling. Together, they take us inside the creation of Hamnet, revealing how sets and costumes became a perfect marriage; breathing together, evolving together, and carrying the emotional weight of the story. They sp...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed Pakistani filmmaker and director Afia Nathaniel, who takes us inside the making of her powerful short film inspired by a real rape incident in Pakistan. Afia shares how that harrowing event deeply affected her and became the emotional trigger that compelled her to tell this story. She speaks candidly about confronting trauma through cinema, the responsibility of portraying su...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Juan Sarmiento, who takes us inside the visual world of The Voice of Hind Rajab. Juan shares how he crafted the film’s powerful and haunting imagery, shaping its emotional core through light, composition, and an unflinching sense of realism. He speaks about the artistic and personal weight of photographing such a deeply human story, and how the experience tran...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Juan Sarmiento, who takes us behind the visual world of The Voice of Hind Rajab. Juan shares how he approached the film’s powerful and haunting imagery—shaping its emotional core through light, composition, and an unflinching sense of realism. He discusses the artistic and personal impact of photographing such a deeply human story, and how the weight of its su...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed editor Peter Dudgeon, who takes us inside the cutting room of The Lost Bus starring Matthew McConaughey. Peter shares how he approached the film’s editorial blueprint—from his Avid workflow and scene-building process to the rhythms and emotional architecture that shaped the story. He reflects on his career path, the mentors who helped mold his sensibilities, and his long-stan...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with legendary cinematographer Dan Laustsen, who takes us inside the artistry behind shooting Frankenstein. He shares how he crafted the film’s haunting visual language—from the specific lenses he chose to the distinctive lighting setups that shaped its mood and atmosphere. Dan also talks about his long-standing creative partnership with Guillermo del Toro, exploring how their shared visual...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with editor Joe Beshenkovsky, who takes us inside the making of MegaDoc, sharing his collaboration with Mike Figgis, the remarkable access they had on the set of Megalopolis, and what it was like editing the documentary while the film itself was still being shaped. Joe also shares amazing stories, including his unforgettable meetings with Francis Ford Coppola and George Lucas. An incredible...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed editor Geeta Singh, who takes us behind the scenes of Dining With The Kapoors for Netflix, sharing how she first came onto the project, the meaningful and genuine moments that unfolded along the way, and the emotional full-circle return to the Deonar cottage that shaped the heart of the series. Geeta Singh is a renowned film editor with over three decades of experience in th...
Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed production designer Ra Vincent, who takes us inside the creative world behind Predator: Badlands—from shaping a gritty alien-versus-human frontier to crafting intimate family drama within it. Ra shares how he builds environments that feel alive, emotional, and mythic all at once, offering a rare look at the art of world-building and the storytelling power of production...
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