Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast is a must-listen for film enthusiasts. As a director, producer, and passionate movie lover, I’ve always been captivated by the behind-the-scenes stories, especially those from my own filmmaking journey.
This podcast is dedicated to uncovering untold stories from Directors, Editors, Screenwriters, Cinematographers, Production Designers, Producers, Composers, VFX artists, and more. It also explores the highs and lows of building a career in filmmaking and the profound ways it shapes our personal lives.
Episodes
230 episodes
EP 230 - Inside "American Made": Cinematographer - Cesar Charlone Herrera - Starring Tom Cruise
César Charlone is an acclaimed Uruguayan cinematographer, director, and screenwriter best Step inside the world of "American Made" as cinematographer Cesar Charlone Herrera joins the Kingdom of Dreams podcast to share exclusive insights into ma...
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Episode 230
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49:18
EP 229 - Guy Hendrix Dyas - Designing 'Indiana Jones & Kingdom of the Crystal Skull'
In today’s episode, we’re joined by acclaimed production designer Guy Hendrix Dyas, who takes us behind the scenes of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. He shares his design journey, from early concept sketches to the ...
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Episode 229
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1:13:55
EP 228 - From Bomb Shelters to Freedom: Hannah’s Incredible Journey
From Bomb Shelters to Freedom: The Journey of Actress Hanna NovakIn this powerful and deeply moving episode, Ukrainian actress Hanna Novak recounts her escape from the war-torn streets of Kyiv to safety in Poland. With raw honesty, she shar...
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Episode 228
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1:01:14
EP 227 - DP - Darryl MacDonald - The Americas - Narrated by Tom Hanks
On today’s episode, I sit down with cinematographer Darryl Macdonald, whose recent work is featured in the NBC series The Americas, narrated by Tom Hanks.We had a powerful conversation—not just about his craft, but about life, personal chal...
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Episode 227
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45:20
EP 226 - Zorga Quanaq - Netflix / CBC 'North by North'
Go behind the scenes of the hit series "North of North" in this captivating Kingdom of Dreams podcast episode featuringZorga Quanaq. The episode, explores Zorqa's journey from small-town dreams to starring in this Canadian Netflix a...
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Episode 226
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32:17
EP 225 - How Apple TV + ‘The Studio’ Mastered Long Takes 🎥 - Editor - Eric Kissack
Step into the world of storytelling and cinema in this episode of Kingdom of Dreams, featuring acclaimed editor Eric Kissack. Go behind the scenes of Apple’s hit series The Studio, starring Seth Rogen, Martin Scorsese, Charliz...
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Episode 225
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39:04
EP 224 - Production Designer - Alex McDowell - 'Minority Report'
Alex McDowell, the visionary production designer behind movies like *Fight Club*, *The Crow*, and *Minority Report*, shares his fascinating journey into cinema and the meticulous world-building behind Spielberg's futuristic masterpiece 'Minorit...
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Episode 224
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48:36
EP 223 - The Story of Zareen & Umair Khan - Zareen's Pakistani Kitchen
In today’s episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Zareen Khan and her husband, Umair Khan.From their modest roots in Karachi to establishing the acclaimed Zareen’s restaurant chain in California, their story is one of resilience...
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Episode 223
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44:45
EP 222 - Director Jack Macinnes - Surviving Black Hawk Down
In today's episode of the Kingdom of Dreams podcast, a series dedicated to exploring cinema and the art of storytelling. Host Jawad Mir sits down with director Jack Macinnes, one of the creative forces behind the Netflix documentary series "Sur...
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Episode 222
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47:05
EP 221 - Editor - Simon Bryant - Hans Zimmer & Friends - Diamond in the Desert
This episode features conversation Simon Bryant, one of the editors behind the groundbreaking concert documentary "Hans Zimmer and Friends: Diamond in the Desert." This episode dives into the intricate process of editing a film that celebrates ...
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EP 220 - The Decline of Music & Lyrics in South Asian Cinema - Producer Shashi Ranjan
Producer Shashi Ranjan explores the rich legacy of music, lyrics, and poetry in South Asian cinema—once the soul of storytelling—and how their influence is gradually fading in the face of Westernization and evolving audience tastes. This episod...
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Episode 219
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44:00
EP 219 - Personal Originals of 'Hook' - Screenwriter - J.V.Hart
Behind the Scenes stories about the film's production, the inspiration from J.V. Hart’s son, and the creative vision of Spielberg, Robin Williams, Dustin Hoffman, and the incredible cast and crew. Get Your Hands on the Rare First D...
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Episode 219
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1:15:02
EP 218 - How 'Avatar' Redefined VFX - VFX Artist - Stephen Rosenbaum
Yet another episode with veteran VFX artist Steven Rosenbaum who uncovers the groundbreaking technology and behind-the-scenes innovations that brought James Cameron's epic vision to life. From performance capture to virtual production, learn ho...
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Episode 218
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52:44
EP 217 - Editing ‘Band Baaja Baaraat’: Secrets from Namrata Rao
The acclaimed editor Namrata Rao to explore her creative journey in editing the beloved film "Band Baaja Baaraat." Namrata discusses her collaboration with director Maneesh Sharma and producer Aditya Chopra, the challenges of editing her first ...
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Episode 217
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44:09
EP 216 - Jim May - Editing - Narnia - The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
In this episode, editor Jim May shares his journey through the creation of "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe." Discover behind-the-scenes secrets, including how key moments like Lucy’s first steps into Narnia came...
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Episode 216
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52:04
EP 215 - Tommy Boy Turns 30: Director Peter Segal
"Tommy Boy" turns 30! In this Kingdom of Dreams podcast episode, director Peter Segal shares untold stories from the making of the beloved comedy starring Chris Farley and David Spade. From the film's chaotic script development to behind-the-sc...
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Episode 215
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17:13
EP 214 - Storyboarding at DreamWorks with Director / Artist - Simon Wells
Renowned storyboard artist and director Simon Wells dives into the art and secrets of storyboarding while working on iconic animated films like "Prince of Egypt," "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron," "Balto," and more. Simon Wells i...
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Episode 214
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57:37
EP 213 - VFX Artist - Stephen Rosenbaum - How Jurassic Park Revolutionized CGI Forever
In this episode, return guest Stephen Rosenbaum explores the groundbreaking visual effects, collaboration, and technical innovations that brought Spielberg’s dinosaurs to life. From the evolution of CGI in film to the stories of in...
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Episode 213
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31:02
EP 212 - Editor Mark Solomon - Tim Burton's Frankenweenie
Go behind the scenes of Tim Burton’s "Frankenweenie 🎬" in this exciting episode of the Kingdom of Dreams podcast. From its origins as a 1984 short to its stunning black-and-white feature-length remake, discover how Tim Burton brought his ...
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Episode 212
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31:03
EP 211 - Vineet, Shashank & Adarsh - Heros of 'Superboys of Malegaon' Premiere at TIFF
Get an inside look at what makes "Superboys of Malegaon" a timeless tale of perseverance and passion. The actors Vineet, Shashank & Adarsh share personal anecdotes, their connection to the story, and the transformative power of filmmaking. ...
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Episode 211
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38:07
EP 210 - Reema Kagti & Zoya Akhtar on 'Superboys of Malegaon' Premiere at TIFF
Zoya Akhtar & Reema Kagti discuss the filmmaking challenges behind their latest feature, "Superboys of Malagaon," in this insightful episode of the Kingdom of Dreams podcast. In this episode, Zoya and Reema share their creative...
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Episode 210
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24:14
EP 209 - VFX Artist - Stephen Rosenbaum - Forrest Gump - Directed by Robert Zemekcis
From the intricate feather sequence to seamlessly integrating Tom Hanks into historical footage, Rosenbaum explains the artistry of "invisible effects" and how they served the story without overshadowing it. This captivating discussion also exp...
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Episode 209
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31:41
EP 208 - Cinematographer Glen Keenan - Star Trek: Section 31
Today, my guest is cinematographer Glen Keenan, who worked on Star Trek: Section 31. In this engaging interview, Glenn shares his journey from art school to becoming a sought-after director of photography, offering insights into his creat...
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Episode 208
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43:26
EP 207 - Conversation with Joshua & Topher - 'One Night in Tokyo' 🎥
Go behind the scenes with Joshua Woodstock (writer/director) and Topher Horn (composer/producer) as they discuss their indie film, *One Night in Tokyo*. This episode dives into the creative process, challenges of independent filmma...
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Episode 207
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26:44
EP 206 - Line Producer Taha Sadaqat - Netflix's "India vs Pakistan: The Greatest Rivalry"
Today, my guest is Taha Sadaqat, who served as the Line Producer for Netflix’s The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan. He played a key role in managing the complex Pakistan shoot and shares insights from working with cricket legends like Shoai...
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Episode 206
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