Cannes Film Festival Special: Interview with Director Aella Jordan-Edge

Cannes Film Festival Special: Interview with Director Aella Jordan-Edge

This week on ACTION! Magazine The Podcast, we sit down with award-winning filmmaker Aella to talk about the journey that has shaped her voice as one of the exciting emerging directors to watch. From her background in theatre and literature to directing at the National Film & Television School, Aella reflects on the experiences that led her into filmmaking and how she developed a storytelling style centered on symbolism, emotional depth, and complex human relationships. We also dive into Truckload—her acclaimed comedy-drama that won the Empower Fund with Primetime and stars Jodie Whittaker, Joe Dempsie, and Cathy Tyson. Aella shares the inspiration behind the film, what it was like launching its festival journey with a world premiere at Tribeca Festival, and the process of bringing the project to life. Plus, we discuss her experience at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, navigating the international film scene, and what comes next as she develops her first feature and continues building an exciting directing career. From award-winning shorts to big ambitions ahead, this conversation is a thoughtful look at creativity, filmmaking, and finding your voice as a director. Tune in now for our conversation with Aella.

Tribeca Special: 'Mouth Full of Golds' with Famous Eddie & Lyle Lindgren

Ever wondered where hip-hop’s most iconic accessory actually came from? Long before it was a global fashion staple, the grill was the brainchild of one man: "Famous Eddie" Plein. In this episode, we sit down with the legendary Eddie Plein himself, the most inventive fashion icon you’ve never heard of, and director Lyle Lindgren to talk about their explosive new documentary, Mouth Full of Golds (a 2026 Tribeca Festival Official Selection). We dive deep into how Eddie changed the face of hip-hop culture one gold tooth at a time, building an empire that served everyone from rap superstars to street legends, only to watch the world shift underneath him as the digital age took over. From the basements of Brooklyn to the heights of musical iconography, this is an unbelievable story of wealth, excess, enterprise, and the ultimate American dream.

Tribeca Festival Special: Monika Jogaciak & Branislav Jankić on White Belt.

ACTION! Magazine Podcast | Tribeca Special: Monika "Jac" Jagaciak & Branislav Jankić on White Belt What happens when a global supermodel trades the runway for the grappling mat? In this special Tribeca Festival episode, we sit down with international model Monika “Jac” Jagaciak and director Branislav Jankić to discuss their raw new documentary, White Belt. After two decades fronting Hermès campaigns and walking as a Victoria’s Secret Angel, Monika chose to step away from the polished illusion of the camera and into the unfiltered world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Filmed intimately by her husband, Branislav, this episode explores the intense grit, anxiety, and ultimate freedom that comes with stripping away your identity, starting from zero under 3x World Champion Gregor Gracie, and fighting to reclaim ownership of your life. Subscribe now for more exclusive Tribeca coverage!

Inside the Vision of Talented Filmmaker Luca Bueno

We are sitting down with the incredibly talented filmmaker Luca Bueno to talk about two massive upcoming projects you absolutely need on your radar: If Tomorrow Ever Comes – A mind-bending sci-fi film set in a post-post-apocalyptic Brazilian Amazon (currently in post-production!). Riders – A thrilling project following twin brothers navigating the intense world of competitive bull riding and their fierce rivals. Luca’s journey and vision are deeply inspiring, and you’re going to love hearing where he’s taking his filmmaking next. Trust us, you don’t want to miss this conversation!

Director Jeremy Seifert on the Making of the Papertown Documentary

In this episode, we sit down with director Jeremy Seifert to discuss his new documentary Papertown, a powerful and emotional portrait of a North Carolina community facing the collapse of the industry that defined it for generations. The film follows the final months of a 115-year-old paper mill in Canton, North Carolina, as its sudden closure devastates the town’s economy and forces residents to confront an uncertain future. Told in real time, Papertown captures the heartbreak, confusion, anger, and resilience of workers, families, and neighbors as they navigate the loss of both jobs and identity. We talk with Jeremy about the filmmaking process, documenting such an intimate story as events unfolded, and the deeper themes of community, corporate power, and survival at the center of the documentary.