Episode 136: Kristen Gerweck “The Wind Phone”

The first time that I saw The Wind Phone, I was simply blown away.  It is a masterful work of art in every way.  Set in Japan and subtitled in English, I assumed that this incredible film had been submitted to Film Invasion Los Angeles from a brilliant filmmaking team based in Tokyo that would …

Ep. 136: Kristen Gerweck “The Wind Phone”

The first time that I saw The Wind Phone, I was simply blown away.  It is a masterful work of art in every way.  Set in Japan and subtitled in English, I assumed that this incredible film had been submitted to Film Invasion Los Angeles from a brilliant filmmaking team based in Tokyo that would …

123. 4Qs with Ed McCarthy

Ed & Jeff about to discuss Ed’s favorite films What are the 4Q’s? Name your favorite films of all time (limit 3) Name a film you think is underrated Name a film you think is overrated Name a lesser-known film that you think people should seek out Ed McCarthy wrote and directed the award winning …

122. Ed McCarthy “They Fall Fast”

Ed McCarthy visits DIF HQ for a podcast interview Ed McCarthy’s short film They Fall Fast took home the Programmer’s Prize at the 2018 Sherman Oaks Film Festival and it is easy to see why.  A long-time writer, the best decision Ed made was to direct it himself.  Under his thoughtful eye the film is one …

Ep. 120: JJ Anderson & Tito Molina “Jonah”

JJ Anderson & Tito Molina in DIF HQ JJ Anderson & Tito Molina form the partnership Hrdwrker and  among their many collaborations is the documentary short “Jonah” which won the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2018. Jonah is a beautifully made documentary.  When you watch it you can …