Tail Slate
An in-depth dive analyzing and reviewing movies and shows from their genesis to final viewer impressions. This podcast overs story, cinematography, directing and performances.
Interviews with local filmmakers and industry professionals. Join us for some knowledge and spoilers.
Episodes
14 episodes
Mikael Sharafyan Costume Designer/Actor
Mikael Sharafyan is a costume designer for the television and film industry, he has also been cast as an actor for feature films and a television show. He is an incredibly knowledgeable person specially about the history of cinema he is a...
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Episode 13
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1:21:38
Cinematographer Aakash Raj
A great conversation with Aakash about the film industry. His beginnings, education, and future endeavors. We talk about how the industry has evolved and continues to change as well as some personal stories and thoughts on filmmaking.
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Episode 12
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1:50:47
Alyssa Holbrook Special Effects
Alyssa and I talk about our experience in the film industry, collaboration between departments, and some of our favorite special effects in films.
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Episode 11
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1:47:21
Gaffer, Grip, Filmmaker Nestor Valenzuela
Val and Nestor's casual conversation around lighting, writing, and overall filmmaking. We also discuss some of the films that we have seen within the last year and talk about our own future projects coming up. Enjoy!
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Episode 10
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54:56
Comedian, Actor, Writer, Producer Lory Tatoulian
Lory is a Multi talented stage performer, producer, and teacher at the world famous "The Groundlings" She has spend decades putting on live shows and recording comedy sketches. We talk about the past, present, and what the future holds as Lory ...
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Episode 9
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58:25
Roman Mitichyan, Stuntman, Actor, Director
A great friend of mine and one of the most influential and inspiring filmmakers in the industry I have had the privilege of working with. Roman continues to create and boost up others around him. His work and talent has attracted countless coor...
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Episode 8
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58:51
Filmmaker Wade Patterson
Had the pleasure of talking about a variety of topics with a man who not long ago was in Mississippi dreaming of coming to Los Angeles to pursue his filmmaking career. Wade Patterson brings forth an interesting point of view in his conversation...
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Episode 7
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1:17:09
Script Supervisor Sean D. Nguyen
We have basic knowledge about most positions in the industry, some being obvious by their titles such as Camera Operator, Sound Mixer, or Costumes but, what does a Script Supervisor actually do, why they are important and how do they see the sc...
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Episode 6
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1:04:38
Steadicam Operator/DP Adam Gharib
Episode 5 takes a closer look at how freelance creatives communicate, execute shots, and budget their expenses throughout the year. This conversation with Steadicam operator and DP Adam Gharib explores his humble beginnings and where he is plan...
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Episode 5
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57:21
Country Music Singer Song Writer and Screenwriter Demetri Thomas
Child actor and country music singer Demetri Thomas discusses his music career and the inspiration behind his new script Greek Town. Join us as hummus and Greek yogurt mix in this exciting and fulfilled episode of Tail Slate!!
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Episode 4
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29:28
Robert Stronger. Writer, Director
My guest, Robert Stronger is one of the most interesting guys I had the pleasure of meeting this year. His short films "Parking Spot" and the Sci-Fi action "Rise of the Fallen Angel" have elements of martial arts, action scenes, with beautiful ...
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Episode 3
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59:25
Stand up comic and actor Narek Nersissian
My very good friend Narek talks about the challenges of being an immigrant actor in the United States coming from his native country of Armenia and what he does to as a day job to make a living. We also touch on a film we both watched in the pa...
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Episode 2
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28:13
Actor, Director, Producer Michel Biel
Michel is an Actor Producer and Director currently living in Paris France. He has played various characters in feature films and has an extensive resume in IMDB. In this episode we discuss his current project "Chain Reaction" which he is writin...
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Episode 1
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