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
250 episodes
EP 250 - 'Kingdom of Heaven - Director's Cut' - Editor - Dody Dorn
🎙️ On today’s episode of the Kingdom of Dreams podcast, acclaimed film editor Dody Dorn joins us to talk about the Director’s Cut of Ridley Scott’s Kingdom of Heaven. We dive into her creative journey, why she felt the theatrical cut didn’t do ...
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Episode 250
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41:45
EP 249 - ''Mission Impossible -Final Reckoning' - Line Producer - Britt Ballantyne
🎙️ On today’s episode of Kingdom of Dreams, I sit down with powerhouse line producer Britt Ballantyne, who helmed the South African shoot for Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning.We dive into the high-stakes logistics beh...
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Episode 249
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42:46
EP 248 - ''Mad Max - Fury Road' - Cinematographer - John Seale
🎙️ On today’s episode of Kingdom of Dreams, I sit down with the legendary John Seale Seale dives into the challenges of shooting his first digital film, collaborating with George Miller, and capturing the intense desert action sequences that ma...
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Episode 248
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55:39
EP 247 - Hearts of Darkness - Editors - Michael Greer / Jay Miracle / Shana Hagan
🎙️ On today’s episode of the Kingdom of Dreams podcast, we journey into the chaotic brilliance behind Apocalypse Now through the lens of Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse—one of the most riveting behind-the-scenes documentaries ever ...
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Episode 247
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59:33
EP 246 - 'Jurassic World Rebirth' Review - James Mottram & Jawad Mir
🎙️ On today’s episode of the Kingdom of Dreams podcast, we dive into the terrifying brilliance of Jurassic World: Rebirth. Gareth Edwards hits it out of the park with a film that’s as scary as it is stunning. Film critic James Mottram joins me ...
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Episode 246
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51:57
EP 245 'Terminator: Dark Fate' and it's World - Art Director - Sonja Klaus
🎙️ On today’s episode of the Kingdom of Dreams podcast, go behind the scenes of Terminator: Dark Fate with acclaimed art director Sonia Klaus—in a conversation all about cinema and the craft of storytelling.Sonia shares what it was like...
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Episode 245
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53:38
EP 244 - Steven Spielberg's 'War of the Worlds' Reflection - 20 Years Later
🎙️ Today on the Kingdom of Dreams podcast, we’re diving deep into Steven Spielberg’s War of the Worlds—nearly 20 years after its release.Joining us for this conversation is film historian and author James Clarke, whose work on Spielberg...
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Episode 244
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1:09:55
EP 243 - Inside the Art of Editing Apple TV+'s "Stick" 🎬 - Owen Wilson
🎙️ Today on the Kingdom of Dreams podcast, we’re going behind the scenes of Apple TV+’s Stick with editor Ivan Victor.Stick isn’t just a show about golf—it’s a layered, character-driven series that digs into personal growth, identity, a...
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Episode 243
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31:48
EP 242 - Production Designer Scott Chambliss on 'Mission Impossible 3'
🎙️ Today’s episode of the Kingdom of Dreams podcast is all about Mission: Impossible 3 — and we’re going behind the scenes with legendary production designer Scott Chambliss.Ever wondered why J.J. Abrams had second thoughts about some o...
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Episode 242
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40:25
EP 241- Behind the Lens: DP Nigel Bluck on Filming Lilo & Stitch 🌟
🎙️ Just dropped a new episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast — and this one’s a good one. I sat down with cinematographer Nigel Bluck to talk all things Lilo & Stitch, Disney’s new live-action adaptation.Nigel takes us behind the ...
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Episode 241
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38:35
EP 240 – Crafting Epics: Makeup Artist & Production Manager on Gladiator 2 & Kingdom of Heaven
🎙️ On today’s episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I chatted with Mariam Lee Abounouom — a seasoned makeup artist who began her journey on Kingdom of Heaven and now serves as Production Manager on Gladiator 2.Mariam shares her 20+ ...
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Episode 240
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55:29
EP 239 - Inside Pixar's 'Elio' - Editors Anna Wolitzky & Steve Bloom
On today’s episode of Kingdom of Dreams, we go behind the scenes of Pixar’s Elio with editors Steve Bloom and Anna Wolitzky. With over two decades at Pixar, Anna brings her signature thoughtfulness and precision to this heartfelt film about lon...
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Episode 239
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40:10
EP 238 - Writer 'Micho Robert Rutare - ' Predator - Killer of the Killers' - Hulu
On today’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with screenwriter Micho Robert Rutare about his work on Hulu’s latest animated film, Predator: Killer of Killers, directed by Dan Trachtenberg. Micho shared the origin of the project and how hi...
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45:23
EP 237 - Production Designer - Julie Berghoff on Creating the World of 'The Studio'
Production Designer Julie Berghoff shares how she crafted the immersive world of The Studio, using long takes and oners to design environments that speak directly to the audience. From building the Golden Globe Awards set to creating unforgetta...
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Episode 237
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42:13
EP 236 - ''Indiana Jones' 'Ark of the Covenant Cherubim' Prop - Founder Tom Spina
On the Kingdom of Dreams podcast, Tom Spina shared the story behind Regal Robot’s Ark of the Covenant Cherubim Angel Prop Replica from Raiders of the Lost Ark. Created using high-resolution scans of the original prop, the piece is cast in solid...
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Episode 236
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40:35
EP 235 - 'Natural Born Killers' - Editor Brian Berdan
Step inside the chaotic brilliance of Oliver Stone’s Natural Born Killers in Inside the Chaos, featuring editor Brian Berdan. Originally scripted by Quentin Tarantino, this groundbreaking film shattered conventions with its rapid-fire cuts, shi...
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Episode 235
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46:01
EP 234 - Author Dr. Azra Raza - The Personal Toll of Battling Cancer
In this intimate conversation on Kingdom of Dreams -The Making of Stories, Dr. Azra Raza opens up about her journey as an oncologist, poet, and mother—one shaped by personal loss and driven by an unshakable commitment to changing the way ...
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Episode 234
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53:40
EP 233 - Actor Shahjehan Khan - Netflix 'Aftermath' & Career
Step into the world of cinema and storytelling with Shahjehan Khan, actor in the Netflix hit Aftermath. In this candid conversation, Shahjehan reflects on his journey from struggling artist to landing a leading role in a film that topped charts...
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Episode 233
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45:08
EP 232 - 'Project Kashmir' - Music Composer - David Robbins
Join music composer David Robbins as he delves into the creative process behind the acclaimed documentary Project Kashmir. In this episode, Robbins reflects on scoring a film that remains as relevant today as it was 20 years ago—a deeply person...
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Episode 232
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41:15
EP 231 - Sonja Klaus - 'American Gangster' - Ridley Scott, Russell Crowe & Denzel Washington
Step behind the scenes of Ridley Scott’s American Gangster in this captivating episode featuring renowned Art Director Sonja Klaus. Klaus shares her unique approach to visual storytelling and the behind-the-scenes challenges of filming across T...
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Episode 231
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1:13:16
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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