It was a privilege to chat with the talented editor Tod Modisett on the art of editing. Matthew Toffolo: You have edited many television shows. Do you have a favorite experience? Tod Modisett: The best experience is when you understand the show you’re working on. You get the director or the producer, and he or… Continue reading Interview with Editor Tod Modisett (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, The Bachelor)
Month: May 2017
Interview with director Eugenio Villani (OTHERS LIKE YOU)
Eugenio’s short film “OTHERS LIKE YOU” was awarded “Best Cinematography” at the April 2017 Horror/Thriller Film Festival. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Eugenio Villani: After our first short film “Haselwurm” we took a break because of several businnes issues. Then we felt the urge to write a new story. We love… Continue reading Interview with director Eugenio Villani (OTHERS LIKE YOU)
Interview with director Oliver Park (STILL)
Oliver Park’s short film STILL was the winner of “Best Film” at the April 2017 Horror/Thriller Festival. It was a joy to chat with him about the film and his future: Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Oliver Park: I had a dream that inspired the feature idea for STILL and wanted… Continue reading Interview with director Oliver Park (STILL)
HIGHLIGHTS – April 6, 2017 LA FEEDBACK Film Festival
Originally posted on Los Angeles feedback film festival:
AUDIENCE FESTIVAL AWARDS Best Film: THE NEON STRUGGLE Best Performances: UNCLE ALBERT Best Cinematography: CONFESSION Best Music: The music from THE NEON STRUGGLE WATCH THE AUDIENCE FEEDBACK VIDEOS for each film: CONFESSION, 5min, USA, Horror/Thriller WATCH Audience FEEDBACK THE WHITE ROSE, 5min, USA, Thriller/Film Noir WATCH Audience…
Interview with director Sofia Vyshnevetska (CONFESSION)
Sofia Vyshnevetska’s short film CONFESSION was the winner of “Best Cinematography” at the Los Angeles April 2017 Female Film Festival. It was an honor chatting with the talented director who is on the rise. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Sofia Vyshnevetska: Throughout the world more than 2,000 children are reported missing… Continue reading Interview with director Sofia Vyshnevetska (CONFESSION)
Interview with director Ian Schiller (KONG’S)
Ian Schiller’s short film KONG’S played to rave reviews at the April 2017 Horror/Thriller Film Festival. It was an honor catching up with the very talented filmmaker. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Ian Schiller: I work in film but mostly documentary sports and commercials. I want to broaden my story telling… Continue reading Interview with director Ian Schiller (KONG’S)
Interview with actress Linette Beaumont (THE PROWLER)
Linette Beaumont was the winner of “Best Performance” in her short film THE PROWLER at the April 2017 Horror/Thriller Film Festival. It was an honor to chat with her about her role and what’s next for the talented actress: Matthew Toffolo: Describe your character? How was the process in executing this performance? Linette Beaumont: Eva… Continue reading Interview with actress Linette Beaumont (THE PROWLER)
Interview with Editor Sarah Lucky (Grace and Frankie)
It was a pleasure having editor Sarah Lucky answer some questions on the editing process and the art of being a great editor. Matthew Toffolo: Tell us about the GRACE AND FRANKIE experience? How is editing the show? Sarah Lucky: I can’t say enough good things about my experience on Grace and Frankie. The… Continue reading Interview with Editor Sarah Lucky (Grace and Frankie)
Interview with Cinematographer Tobias Datum (Imposters, Mozart in the Jungle)
It was a pleasure to have the very talented Director of Photographer Tobias Datum answer some questions. Go to his website for more information: www.tobiasdatum.com Matthew Toffolo: Is there a project to date that you’ve worked on that you’re most proud of? Not really. I do love all the things I have worked on. I put… Continue reading Interview with Cinematographer Tobias Datum (Imposters, Mozart in the Jungle)
Don’t Call Me Shirley – Best Movie Scenes (AIRPLANE)
AIRPLANE was one of my favourite movies growing up as a child. It was a film that our 1980s household owned on VHS, so it was an easy pop-in to the VCR whenever I wanted to giggle. (The other films we owned: Steel Magnolias, Lethal Weapon 2, and Big. I have no idea why we… Continue reading Don’t Call Me Shirley – Best Movie Scenes (AIRPLANE)
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