Behind The Lens

This week on BEHIND THE LENS we are joined by two amazing filmmakers. First up is Trevor Baierl. Already a successful reality tv producer (most recently on the twice Emmy nominated WAHLBURGERS), Trevor moved into the documentary film arena with a very personal project, ONE IN A MILLION:A CJD DOCUMENTARY. Fresh off an award-winning festival run, Trevor talks about the documentary and its future with distribution, plus shares some insight on the upcoming season of WAHLBURGERS! Also joining debbie is writer/director/producer Edd Benda who has a hit on his hands with the wistfully emotional and visually beautiful, SUPERIOR. At the end of an award-winning festival run, we talk with Edd about the film and this whirlwind experience. Then you'll hear some excerpts of debbie's exclusive interviews as she goes behind the lens and below the line with TRUMBO screenwriter John McNamara and director Jay Roach! http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

What a fun week on BEHIND THE LENS! Fabulous, and favorite, "future" filmmaker Kira Bursky is back talking about her new project, Big Little Filmmaker, a collaborative cooperative of interaction and resources for young future filmmakers between the ages of 12 and 22! You'll want to hear all about BIG LITTLE FILMMAKER and what Kira has to say. Also joining me this week is writer/director Jed Rigney, a filmmaker going somewhere thanks to his imaginative and delightful new film NOWHERE GIRL! And then we have screenwriter Adrian Colussi talking about the terrifying, yet hypnotizing LANDMINE GOES CLICK. Set in the formerly war torn region of the Republic of Georgia in Eastern Europe, the reality and horror of what unfolds on screen is not only unforgettable, but believable. Plus, excerpts of debbie's exclusive interviews start to unfold for THE GOOD DINOSAUR. This week, listen to Production Designer Harley Jessup talk about designing antediluvian world of Arlo and Spot, and the influence

We've got a very special BEHIND THE LENS for you this week as we welcome publicist and CEO of BIG TIME PR, Sylvia Desrochers, and attorney Brandon Leopoldus of The Leopoldus Professional Corporation to help answer YOUR questions about publicity, hiring the right publicist, marketing, licensing, contracts, clearances, script submissions to agencies or studios, distribution, film festivals, AND MORE. It is a great privilege to also have director/documentarian Leslee Udwin joining us in the first half of the show to talk about her powerful documentary, INDIA'S DAUGHTER. An advisor to the United Nations Human Rights Commission and recipient of the Anna Lindh Human Rights Award, Leslee brings the story of INDIA'S DAUGHTER from the global headlines and the gang rape and murder of 23-year old medical school student onto movie screens, shining a light on the need for global gender equality. And hand in hand with our theme of helping filmmakers, you can hear first hand from Leslee the importance of Syl

This week BEHIND THE LENS is a wall-to-wall, multi-hyphenate star-studded show! Live in-studio with debbie for the full hour is writer/director/producer/actor LUKE SABIS together with veteran actor of stage and screen, and star of Sabis's MISSING CHILD and GHOST TENANT, CHARLES GORGANO! Joining us at the 15 minute mark is writer/director/producer/actor/musician CHRIS MULKEY, star of THE SURFACE MOVIE and also currently seen in the new movie, TRUTH. And then at the halfway point in the show there's one of my cinematic heroes – LARRY FESSENDEN. Writer/director/producer/actor/guru of horror & suspense, before there was Jason Blum and Blumhouse, there was Larry Fessenden and Glass Eye Pix! http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

This week on BEHIND THE LENS, we've got a tasty treat for you as writer/director Liz Manashil and acclaimed actor Micah Hauptman join us live to talk about their latest film, the anti-romcom that's all about romance, BREAD AND BUTTER. You'll also hear more from debbie's exclusive interview with writer/director Ramin Bahrani talking 99 HOMES. And co-host Greg Srisavasdi and debbie briefly talk Italian neorealism and the new documentary (and upcoming book) from Gianni Bozzacchi, WE WEREN'T JUST BICYCLE THIEVES: THE NEOREALISMO. Then we take you from Italy to Mexico and the drug cartels with the latest DVD/Blu-Ray release of ESCOBAR: PARADISE LOST, as well as potential Oscar contenders SICARIO and Matthew Heineman's powerful documentary, CARTEL LAND. But as an added bonus, listen to what happens with live broadcasting when a major guest can't be found! http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

This week on BEHIND THE LENS, debbie's flying solo but is joined by some fantastic filmmakers to talk about their current – and (surprise!) future – projects. Returning to BEHIND THE LENS is writer/director Allan Luebke. You may remember Allan from BTL in September when his time with us was a cut a bit short. Allan very kindly agreed to come back to talk more about his documentary on MMA champ GLENA Avila, but little did I know he'd be revealing plans for a narrative feature adaptation! Talk about exciting! At the halfway mark, writer/director/producer Sheri Sussman gets into the act to talk about her short film/feature teaser ONE NIGHT IN HOLLYWOOD. Trust me when I tell you this is one of the most hilarious satiric shorts I've seen in a long time and I love it!! One of those female filmmakers leading the charge in Hollywood, Sheri's story is fascinating, as is her plan for ONE NIGHT IN HOLLYWOOD and the feature which it teases, ONE WEEK IN HOLLYWOOD! All you "General Hospita

This week on BEHIND THE LENS, debbie and her cinematic co-host Greg Srisavasdi welcome director Gil Cates, Jr. and screenwriter/producer Jeff Gendelman who talk in-depth about their latest film, THE SURFACE. And the unforgettable Head Crazy Bitch herself, writer/director Jane Clark is back to enlighten us about CRAZIER BITCHES, the much talked about sequel to CRAZY BITCHES, and the current IndieGoGo campaign in which all of our listeners can participate and become a part of THE CRAZY B NATION! Then we hear some more of debbie's exclusive interview with PEACE OFFICER writer/director Scott Christopherson, plus an enthralling five minute filmmaking synopsis of THE GREEN INFERNO by Eli Roth. http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

This week on BEHIND THE LENS, debbie welcomes some very eclectic filmmakers talking about very unique – and fun – films. First up, director Madellaine Paxson joins debbie live to talk about her first feature film, BLOOD PUNCH. What makes Paxson's choice of BLOOD PUNCH even more interesting as her feature directorial debut is that her prior work, and that of BLOOD PUNCH writer Eddie Guzelian, has been as screenwriter for such terrific kids programming as "Power Rangers RPM", "The Tigger Movie", "Go, Diego, Go!" and more! From kids to comedic horror. And Madellaine explains it all! Then writer/director Phil Allocco is live talking about his latest rom com charmer, THE TRUTH ABOUT LIES; and when I say charmer, I do mean charmer! And listen to some powerful excerpts of debbie's exclusive interview with RACING EXTINCTION director, Louie Psihoyos, as they talk about one of the "Must See" documentaries of the year. Plus, in the last segment, you'll hear a l

A "championship" line-up on BEHIND THE LENS this week as we are joined by filmmakers Kely McClung and Allan Luebke, plus DDP himself, Diamond Dallas Page! First up at the quarter hour is filmmaker Kely McClung talking about his new film ALTERED, which makes its World Premiere on September 19th at the Action On Film Fest. But did you know that Kely is also former middleweight champ in the martial arts discipline of Full Contact Stick Fighting, something which comes in pretty handy with the action of ALTERED. At the halfway point of the show, the one and only, former three time WCW World Heavyweight champion, Diamond Dallas Page joins us live to talk about THE RESURRECTION OF JAKE THE SNAKE and Dallas' fabulous lifestyle program DDPYOGA! Then we've got a last minute entry on the BEHIND THE LENS fight card in our final segment with writer/director and Emmy winner Allan Luebke who joins us to talk about his debut documentary GLENA on Women's MMA champion Glena Avila! Plus, you'

What a show this week! Wow! debbie's cinematic co-hort Greg Srisavasdi is back as they welcome actor Joshua Rush and writer/director Khalil Sullins. Listen now as ultimate cool guy Joshua Rush joins in at the 15 minute mark and talks not only about his new new film, BREAK POINT, but gives everyone the "411" on his new project, Disney Channel's THE LION GUARD: RETURN OF THE ROAR and spin-off series, THE LION GUARD, and his character "Bunga". Trust us when we say, "You don’t want to miss this interview!" Then take a quick breath because writer/director Khalil Sullins jumps on board at the halfway point of the show and tells us all about one of the most riveting films I've seen in a number of years, the sci-fi thriller LISTENING. Listen as Khalil tells us about the world of metacognition, mental telepathy and neuromechnanics in this fascinating narrative that melds philosophical ideals, social conscience and technology. Filmmakers will find discussions on Flicke

On today's show, producer and talent manager Byron Beane joins in the fun as debbie's cinematic co-pilot as they welcome special guests, filmmakers Kaitlin Smith and Mora Stephens. Kaitlin is live at the 15 minute mark to talk about her very special documentary, currently airing on KCET/KCET Link – PARATUS 14:50. This is the untold story of the heroism of the United States Coast Guard in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. On this 10th anniversary week of Katrina, PARATUS 14:50 is timely, topical, chilling and pride-instilling all at the same time. Then Mora Stephens joins us at the halfway point to talk about ZIPPER. Political intrigue, corruption, sex addiction and Patrick Wilson all in the same film. Bookending the show, debbie and Byron talk about the action thriller UNSULLIED which marks the writing/directorial debut of former NFL superstar and Tampa Bay Buccaneer, Simeon Rice. AND, you'll hear from Simeon himself in excerpts of his exclusive interview with debbie, going behi

A very special show this week on BEHIND THE LENS with frame-to-frame Los Angeles Film Festival Future Filmmakers!!! Listen now as my cinematic cohort Greg Srisavasdi and I welcome: Youth FX filmmakers Maya Suchak and Mikayala Appleberry and their mentor, Bhiwan Suchak, winners of the Ed Elias Future Filmmaker Award for Best Narrative at LAFF 2015 for their short film "Falling", are bringing their enthusiasm all the way from Albany, NY! The always delightful Sarah Evans, both behind the lens and in front it, joins us at the halfway mark in the show to talk about her LAFF film "Chris", plus several new projects she has in post-production right now. And one of my favorite whirlwinds, Kira Bursky finds some time in her busy schedule in our final segment to talk about not only her LAFF submission, "Hello From Malaysia" (uh, which was selected for the first ever White House Student Film Festival), but her myriad of other film projects. You want to know where the future of film li

Some fabulous guests this week on BEHIND THE LENS starting with writer/director Juan Feldman talking about the film that will have you dashing to the passport office to book at flight to Costa Rica – AFTER WORDS. A beautiful film with each image more perfect than the rest, Marcia Gay Harden is luminous and the story is one that will resonate with so many. Listen to Juan talk about his own passion for life which he infused into the film and hopefully, will infuse into yours. Then there's a lot of chirping and "tweeting" going on about THE CANARY as debbie is joined by producers Ian Coyne and Bert Kern, writer/director Karl Herrmann and cinematographer (a real treat) Noah Rosenthal. From research to financing, from short to feature, the boys break it all down for us. And hear one more clip of Salma Hayek talking her passion project KAHLIL GIBRAN'S THE PROPHET and the decision to utilize animation as the cinematic platform. http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwo

A fun-filled and interesting show this week as we take a look into the future with the new sci-fi indie from Kryzz Gautier, KEEP, LEAVE. Our tour guide for KEEP, LEAVE is one of the film's stars, our good friend Kendra Montagna, who joins us live in studio, as we also welcome producer Hectorlyne Wuor Jarmon to talk about KEEP, LEAVE, its all female crew and the ongoing Kickstarter campaign. Then get ready for some "madness" when director Jeremy Royce joins us to talk about his debut documentary and Slamdance Jury Documentary Honorable Mention winner, 20 YEARS OF MADNESS. As the cast and crew of 90's cable access show "30 Minutes of Madness" reunite 20 years later for a "re-boot" of their youth, Royce is there to capture it all and as we hear from Royce, madness, mayhem and fun ensue. We also shed some sweet light on a powerful – and entertaining – documentary, THAT SUGAR FILM, and you'll hear excerpts of my exclusive interview with writer/director Damon Gameau.

This week on BEHIND THE LENS, we welcome Carol Nguyen, an LAFF Future Filmmaker and "Special Mention" winner of the Ed Elias Future Filmmaker Award for Experimental or Animated Film at LAFF 2015 for her short film HOW DO YOU PRONOUNCE PHO? . Carol joins us live from her home in Canada to talk about PHO, filmmaking, festivals and her latest project, SILENT MOURNERS! At the halfway mark writer/director Alex R. Johnson joins us to talk about his narrative feature debut, the riveting slow burn thriller, TWO STEP. And then wrapping up the hour, we've got producers and the film's stars, Evan Dumochel & Macleod Andrews, talking THEY LOOK LIKE PEOPLE which debuted at Slamdance Film Festival and will be showing on August 9th as part of the Arclight Slamdance Cinema Club for August. http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

This week on BEHIND THE LENS, Greg Srisavasdi is back and we're having "double the fun" as we chat with director Samantha Futerman & Ryan Miyamoto about their documentary TWINSTERS! And we'll be talking about the beautiful new animated feature, THE PROPHET, and maybe even go a few rounds on SOUTHPAW, plus hear some of debbie's exclusive interview excerpts from director Alex Winter talking SMOSH: THE MOVIE and Stevan Riley on the mesmerizing and haunting documentary on Marlon Brando, LISTEN TO ME MARLON. http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

We're LIVIN' THE DREAM on BEHIND THE LENS again this week as actress Kendra Montagna joins debbie as special guest host. One of the most beloved zombies from the web-series CO-OP OF THE DAMNED, Kendra just finished up at Comic-Con with NBC and HEROES REBORN and talks about "Behind the Lens at Comic-Con" as well as some of her acting adventures. We just can’t get enough of LIVIN' THE DREAM so following up to last week's fun with web series creators/writers/directors Kim & Mai Spurlock and actress Laura Campbell, this week producer Byron Beane is on hand together with Erin Fritch, another one of the stars of the series. Many of you may know that this year marks the 25th anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act. This week also marks the start of the Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles, the largest sports and humanitarian event anywhere in the world in 2015 and the largest single event in Los Angeles since the 1984 Olympic Games. Timed to these landmark e

We're LIVIN' THE DREAM this week on BEHIND THE LENS with co-creators/producers/writers/directors Mai and Kim Spurlock and actor Laura Campbell as they talk about this fun new web series! Then writer/director Morgan Schmidt-Feng is live talking about the documentary ON HER OWN. A resonant and powerful film, Morgan's personal touch and heartfelt honesty during our interview makes ON HER OWN even moreso. And hear some of my exclusive interview with writers/directors Travis Cluff and Chris Lofing as they take us behind THE GALLOWS while director Peyton Reed gives us a glimpse into the science and fun of ANT-MAN! http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

This week on BEHIND THE LENS, Greg Srisavasdi is back riding cinematic shotgun with debbie lynn elias, as they welcome returning friends to BEHIND THE LENS, Arclight VP of Programming Gretchen McCourt and Slamdance Founder and President Peter Baxter, for their monthly chat about Arclight Slamdance Cinema Club! The July Cinema Club (Sunday, July 12 and Monday, July 13 at Arclight Hollywood) boasts some powerhouse films – YOSEMITE and ON HER OWN. You can hear from Gretchen and Peter at the 15 minute mark. Oscar nominee and Emmy winner, writer/director Stacy Sherman joins us at the midway point to talk about her feature directorial debut with THE BREAKUP GIRL. And in our last segment, writer/director Gabrielle Demeestere is live talking her Slamdance smash YOSEMITE starring James Franco, which you can catch July 12th at 8pm at the Hollywood Arclight. Of course, debbie and Greg always have a few extra tidbits for you and this week is no exception as Greg highlights the film noir classic, THE THIRD MAN, cur

This week it's debbie flying solo as she welcomes the legendary Lance Henriksen who talks about his latest film, STUNG, not to mention a few other memorable points in his career including a surprise revelation about an early television appearance on "Cagney & Lacey". And it's all about the Terminator and the new reimagination of the franchise with TERMINATOR GENISYS. You’ll hear excerpts of debbieapos;s exclusive interviews with producers David Ellison and Dana Goldberg, plus some thoughts from screenwriters, Patrick Lussier and Laeta Kalogridis, director Alan Taylor and the Terminator himself, Arnold Schwarzenegger. http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com