Jeremy Curl - The Indiana Jones of Indie Cinema

Paul Butterworth -The Full Monty, 50 Years Acting & Surviving the Industry

Actor Paul Butterworth reflects on nearly 50 years in film and TV, from The Full Monty to British soaps, sharing honest insights on surviving as a working actor, treating small roles like leads, being cut from films, and balancing acting with life as an artist. A candid Snapshot conversation about craft, resilience, and the reality of the industry.

Gustas Sikas - How Photography Changed My Life

In this episode of SnapShot, photographer Gustas Sikas shares how photography gave him courage, helped him stay present, and shaped his life. From travel and exploration to finding purpose through creativity, this is a conversation about seeing the world — and yourself — differently.

Jeremy Curl - The Indiana Jones of Indie Cinema

EP 22 - We talk about how surviving extreme environments prepared him for filmmaking, the wild backstory behind The Highest Brasil, and what it really means to tell a story in today’s world, from TikTok to Hollywood. An unpredictable and inspiring conversation with one of the most unconventional voices in indie cinema. (We apologise for the technical issues that affected this episode’s recording. Despite the challenges, we chose to release it because of the depth and uniqueness of Jeremy’s story. Thanks for bearing with us, we promise the next ones will sound smoother!)

Nicolas Saada - From Cahiers du Cinéma to Acclaimed Director

Ep 21 - In this episode, we sit down with Nicolas Saada, former editor of Cahiers du Cinéma, screenwriter, and director of acclaimed films like Spy(ies), Taj Mahal. We explore his transition from film critic to filmmaker, his love for spy thrillers, and why he believes rhythm, silence, and ambiguity matter more than plot. Saada shares how being a cinephile shaped his directing style, the creative freedom of European co-productions, and what young filmmakers often get wrong about storytelling.

Shane Stanley - Growing Up in Hollywood, Winning an Emmy, and Why AI Will Change Everything

EP 20 - In this episode, Emmy-winning producer, director, and author Shane Stanley shares his remarkable journey in the film industry: from growing up on studio lots to becoming one of the youngest non-actors to ever win an Emmy Award. We talk about the evolution of Hollywood over the past 30 years, his experience producing the hit film Gridiron Gang with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and why he believes AI is poised to transform cinema forever. Shane also offers hands-on advice for emerging writers and directors: how to start your career, pitch your ideas, and connect with industry pros, all without waiting for permission.