Behind The Lens
JoinTomatometer-approved, veteran film critic debbie lynn elias and a line-up of talented and informed guests as she goes BEHIND THE LENS and below the line with movie reviews and interviews with an in-depth look at the filmmaking process from producing to performance to production design, directing, cinematography, costuming, scoring, editing, scripting, casting and more.
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Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
It's a mixed bag of creativity on this week's episode of BEHIND THE LENS thanks to writer/director/editor PATRICK MEANEY and costume designer MEGHAN KASPERLIK.
First up, take a listen to my exclusive interview with PATRICK MEANEY discussing his latest film, the sweetly charming "integrated musical", THE BRINK OF. This is a film that will have you smiling from beginning to end while filling you up with wonderful original songs written and performed by lead actors Nicolette Norgaard and Tim Hoffman. We dive into the "making of" with everything from cinematography to framing and lighting to editing to creating exquisite montages, and of course, the music.
And then, hear costume designer MEGHAN KASPERLIK talk about her extensive research for the costume design of MOON KNIGHT just in time for the new 4K UHD and Blu-ray Steebook (complete with plenty of extras) release on April 30. Listen as Meghan dives into the minutiae of the details with everything from the environs, fabrications, buttons, 3D printing on fabric and more.
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
He's baaaaaack! That's right! Musician/singer/director/author FRANK MEYER joins me live for the entire hour! Fresh off his whirlwind tour with The Streetwalkin' Cheetahs in Spain and with more fun surprises in the offing, Frank is on hand to talk about it all.
And talk about whirlwind! How about a short recap of some of my highlights from this past week's TCM Classic Film Festival in Hollywood celebrating the 15th Annual TCM Film Festival AND the 30th Anniversary of Turner Classic Movies!
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Slow and steady wins the race with the films we'll be showcasing on this episode of #BTLRadioShow as we welcome writer/director DAMIAN HURLEY live to discuss his feature directorial debut of the slo-burn mystery STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL. Damian is a filmmaker to put on your radar now. Thoughtful, insightful, and skilled, Damian "sees" his vision and executes it utilizing all the tools in the cinematic toolbox to create emotionally and visually evocative storytelling. And dare I say, he is one of the nicest individuals I have ever spoken with.
But first, we kick off the show with my exclusive interview with screenwriter ALESSANDRO CAMON talking about his latest film, the emotionally powerful THE LISTENER starring Tessa Thompson.
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
A mix-and-match episode of BEHIND THE LENS this week as writer/director/editor/actor RICHARD RYAN joins us talking about the espionage action thriller ART OF DECEPTION.
Plus, my exclusive interview with director THEA SHARROCK discussing the most hilarious laugh-out-loud-funny film of 2024, the wickedly delicious WICKED LITTLE LETTERS.
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
The Easterpalooza continues this week on BEHIND THE LENS as we are joined by producer/director/actor DIANE FOSTER and producer/writer/actor ALLISON LOBEL talking about their comedy-horror spectacular EASTER BLOODY EASTER. Plus, you'll her our exclusive interview with writer/director PHIL ALLOCCO discussing his new crime thriller 5LBS OF PRESSURE.
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
A wonderful fun-filled show this week on BEHIND THE LENS as I get to celebrate the remarkable work of two very talented longtime friends, writer/director DAVE BOYLE who talks about his new smash hit Netflix series HOUSE OF NINJAS while actor/producer KELLY GRANT joins me live discussing her new film, the hilarious (and bloody) horror comedy EASTER BLOODY EASTER! (How can you say no to a film with a killer jackalope and killer rabbits!)
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Fresh off the Kenergy of the 96th Academy Awards, I'm taking a look at some of the highs ("I'm Just Ken") and the lows (the In Memoriam segment) of the broadcast.
Then we look ahead with some films that are part of the Oscars 2025 pack with my exclusive interviews with director MARK BRISTOL talking about ACCIDENTAL TEXAN while director JAMES HAWES discusses ONE LIFE.
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Monday Mar 11, 2024
It's another taut and tense week on BEHIND THE LENS as writer/director/actor JEFF KNITE joins us live discussing his latest entry in the horror realm - THE OMICRON KILLER. Plus, my exclusive interview with the incredible BARRY PEPPER talking about his latest film BRING HIM TO ME and more!
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Miss this episode of #BTLRadioShow live? Catch up now with all the chills and thrills as writer/director/editor/VFX guru SEBASTIEN DROUIN joins us live discussing his new chilling and frightening film COLD MEAT, plus our exclusive interview with ESHOM & IAN NELMS talking about the crime thriller RED RIGHT HAND.
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
It’s all about tension and drama on this episode of BEHIND THE LENS thanks to writer/director JOE MAGGIO talking about his new film BLISS while director GABRIELA COWPERTHWAITE talks I.S.S.