Fiction Foundry Podcast

It's been 2 weeks. The universe has continued to expand, the Earth has travelled 22.4 million miles further around the Sun, and Ben has another cough.  But the big question this week is 'are we better off as film-makers in the digital age, or have we lost something?'.  Have a listen to our thoughts...

After a 3 year break, we pick up right where we left off.  It's like we never even left :-)  Chatting about what we have been up to, latest productions we have been working on, and some top tips on how to pitch your film idea.  

Another long break between recordings - Phil & Ben come back together and chat about what they have been up to.  It's been a busy few months, and even longer between recording this episode and publishing it! My bad (Ben).  Enjoy!

After nearly 6 months away from the Podcast wheel, Ben and Phil bring you an interim podcast catching you up with whats been happening at the Foundry.  It’s a short one too so your ears won’t melt!

Ben and Phil are joined by special guest Phil Wood.  Discussing how he has worked his way up and the pitfalls to avoid, along with sound advice from this cinematographer who has recently had a film short-listed at the Oscars.

Phil and Ben discuss techniques to hone your script and give it the zing it needs! Housekeeping and banter ensues as usual!

The end of 2013 and the start of a new year full of resolutions and fresh ideas.  Happy 2014 people!

Phil and Ben discuss how to go about researching your next script, and how this can be the bedrock of your story. Plus some insight into working on large commercial shoots.  Usual banter, character assassination and ridicule as usual.

Ben and Phil are joined this week by John, Will and Richard - key members of their conceptual art team who are busy designing the look and feel of the upcoming sci-fi.  Chat, insight and banter ensues.  Enjoy!

Ben and Phil discuss film company business plans, how to scout for your locations and what tips you may need, and finally their favourite summer blockbusters.  Each section timed for 10 minutes because we talk too much!

Phil and Ben take a look at two movie scenes they love and discuss what makes them so good to watch. 

Amid the bad sound quality, Phil and Ben chat about the merits of freelancing, and how you might make a feature film on a £10k budget.  Plus the usual banter, house-keeping and fun!

We return to the timer and buzzer format this week! 10 minutes on sales agents and 10 minutes on post production workflow.  We finish this one off with a cheeky look at our guilty pleasure movies; some of which should have stayed secret!

Ben and Phil discuss the most prevalent movie cameras in use at the moment; what makes them good or bad, personal preferences and their experience with them.  Plus the usual housekeeping, questions from listeners and banter!

Part two of our tips and tricks.  Talking about Danny Boyle’s top 15 movie making tips, and we learn more about how to take your film equipment abroad. Plus the usual banter!

Phil and Ben discuss Joss Whedon’s top 10 writing tips, in the first of a two parter. Some interesting housekeeping and a quick discussion about how to move your production equipment abroad.

Ben and Phil talk a little about their new sci-fi film, including what makes good sci-fi and what doesn’t.

Phil and Ben talk about crowd funding, where to get it, how to do it, and how to reach your goals.  This is an epic podcast crammed full of great ideas, and info on when and where to start your campaign.

Phil and Ben discuss three film making topics for 10 minutes each - fast paced information and deliberation.

Phil & Ben welcome a special guest this week - Paul Withers a sound recordist and technician with many years of industry experience.