Filmmaking Insights, Academy Screenings, and Creative Struggles | Get Reelisms Podcast Episode 158 In Episode 158 of the Get Reelisms Podcast, hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen, both filmmakers, share advice, stories, and behind-the-scenes insights into their creative processes. Christine discusses her recent excursions to Academy screenings and encounters with industry legends like Jim Plannette, gaffer for 'ET', and Jonathan Goldstein, director of 'Dungeons and Dragons'. The duo also talks about the challenges of screenwriting, the importance of avoiding distractions, and the inspirations they draw from mundane activities like walking or driving. Additionally, Christine reflects on the impact of biased reviews on independent films, emphasizing the value of forming personal opinions about movies. The episode concludes with a reminder to support the podcast and its mission to democratize filmmaking knowledge. 

Hosts: Adam Rani (@adamthechase)   & Christine Chen (@cchenmtf) 

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00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 

01:12 Christine's Writing Retreat 

02:16 The Creative Process and Overcoming Writer's Block 

05:30 Engaging with the Audience 

08:52 Christine's New Projects and Challenges 

12:27 Networking and Industry Insights 

18:25 Connecting with a Filmmaker 

19:10 Mel Brooks' Influence on Comedy 

19:50 Catching Up on Classic Films 

20:40 Reviewing Recent Film Screenings 

21:16 Challenges in Filmmaking 

22:39 Meeting Industry Professionals 

24:44 The Subjectivity of Film Criticism 

26:58 The Impact of Negative Reviews 

31:26 Attending Academy Screenings 

36:15 Podcast Sign-Off and Encouragement

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