Film Folk Lore
Every week, Jed Props, Justin Sound, Heather Rae Costumes, Collier POC, and a mystery person talk with other industry professionals on a variety of topics. We focus on specific job positions: what do they do, how did they get there, what advice can they share? Round tables: topical discussions like the recent strikes, the movie Rust, navigating the production assistant world, and much more! And who knows? Maybe we spill a little tea, as we explore the real world behind the camera that is often overlooked by Hollywood, as the real gears that move the entertainment industry forward. Whether you’re an industry professional or just a fan of movies, join us and get the greatest window ever shown to life and work behind the scenes.
Episodes
Welcome back film folks for another spooky installment of Legendary Lore! Grab your old tv’s out of the attic and don’t mind the static, because this week we dig into Poltergeist (1982)! Who really directed this movie? Does this count towards our annual Spielberg quota? And most importantly, would you hire any of us for this film based on our super believable impressions? All this and more for this Legendary Lore. Enjoy the show!...
Ahoy Film Friends! Today we’re exploring Post Production land with our new addition to the team, Sarah! We chat about the post process, how decisions made on set ripple all the way to the edit bay, and why casually saying “let's fix it in post” can make an editor laugh, cry, or both at the same time. Sarah gives us the real scoop on shaping a project after we call wrap. Trust us, there’s magic (and caffeine) involved. Enjoy the sho...
Holy moly we are back and with video?!?! We kick off season 3 with a “state of the industry” roundtable discussion. Why is it so hard to find something good to watch? Where has all of the work gone? And when and how will it come back? Listen in as we break these topics down and discuss what is really going on behind the curtain in the entertainment industry today. It’s a humdinger of an episode, folks! Get your popcorn and grab a s...
Welcome back film folks for our Summer Movie Club wrap-up! Join us as we get in our final thoughts for our favorite films. Collier's got some fresh movie recs. We talk alternative favorites. And what makes a favorite a favorite. Thanks for listening this summer. See you in a couple months!
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Bangarang film folks! Welcome back for our final installment of our Summer Film Club. This week, we dive into Collier's pick, Hook (1991). There's nothing better to make you feel like a kid again than Spielberg's reimagining of Peter Pan. So grab a box of tissues because this one will really pull on your heartstrings. And just remember, every time someone says 'I don't believe in fairies,' Julia Roberts' feet get dirtier. Enjoy the...
In a galaxy very, very, very, very far away, 4 film crew members discuss the greatest sci-fi parody every made. This week for our Summer Movie Club, we have Justin's pick, Mel Brooks' Spaceballs (1987). So grab some Mr. Coffee and raspberry jam, and join us as we set course for Planet Spaceball. Don't worry, we won't hit ludicrous speed, but we may reach ridiculous speed. And remember, "Evil will always triumph, because good is du...
We'll be back next week folks. Stick around!
Ahoy film friends, and welcome to another installment of our Summer mini-series, Summer Movie Club! This week we're getting into Heather Rae's pick, Harold and Maude. What is a Jersch you ask? Do Cat Steven's fingers hurt? Are you a Harold or a Maude in lIfe? All this and more on this week's episode. Enjoy the show!
Hello film friends, friends of film, and everyone in between! It’s finally here our S2 summer miniseries, the FFL Summer Movie Club, and we are kicking it off with Jed’s pick “Airplane!” Is it possible to talk about this movie in an hour? Will sticks be slapped? Will hijinks ensue? Gotta listen to find out!
Heather Rae’s episode is up next, so keep listening to the end for next week’s reveal!
Happy Summer film folks! We've got another special treat for you to hold you over between seasons. Join Heather Rae, Jed, Justin, Chris, and a very special guest as we talk about the movies that made us. Each episode we'll pick one of our hosts' favorite movie to discuss in depth. Stay tuned! First episode airs 8/8/25. Enjoy the show!
You're traveling through another dimension. A dimension not only of sight and sound, but of accidents, oversight, and aftermaths. A journey into a shadowy land of broken protocol and (hard?)-learned lessons. You just crossed into... The Film Folk Lore Zone. In Part 2 of our Season 2 finale, we conclude our deep dive into the Twilight Zone: The Movie tragedy—one of the most infamous safety failures in Hollywood history. We finish un...
There is a fifth dimension, beyond which that is known to man. A dimension where safety is an afterthought and senseless production methods run rampant. It is a place we call Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983). And this is the Film Folk Lore Podcast Season 2 finale! (Pt.1) This week we explore the sci-fi film's production disaster that resulted in the deaths of actor Vic Morrow and 2 illegally hired child actors. Another reminder that...
Ahoy Film Friends! We have a blast of a crew interview for you today. Our friend Justin (different Justin!) comes by to chat all things special effects, and we talk ‘splosions, fire, atmosphere, rigs, and the safety that is paramount to pull it all off. Don’t be a retardant and join us for a great interview with the fantastic and knowledgeable special effects guru, Justin FX! Enjoy the Show!
Ahoy film friends and welcome back for another installment of Legendary Lore! Fill up your tanks and strap some firepower to your car, because this week we're getting into Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome! Is Justin afraid of helicopters? Why was a "company-wide memo" sent out about not drinking on set? Does Tina Turner appear at the oasis to rehydrate you when your stranded in the desert? All this and more on this week's episode. Enjoy ...
Howdy film folks! Saddle up for another installment of Safety on Set this week as we explore Michael Cimino's (probably self-proclaimed masterpiece) Heaven's Gate. Don't worry, we don't have twenty minutes of intro music just for this episode, as much as we wanted to do that. We discover a possible cause for the fall of United Artists. Heather Rae names the current era of Hollywood we're in. And when are we going to learn that barr...
We’re back, Folkerinos!! We appreciate your patience while we took a little hiatus, and today we catch you up on what’s been happening with the US entertainment industry, we attempt to decipher what a tariff on films could even mean, we speculate what is likely coming, and we share some exciting news about what is happening with us and the podcast!! Don’t forget to like and subscribe!!
Hey there film folks. Turns out we needed a break more than we thought. We'll be back soon with more of your favorite behind-the-scenes content though. So stay tuned!
TRIGGER WARNING: As the title suggests, this episode contains stories of animals being harmed on film productions. With that said... Hey film folks! we're back this week with the next installation of our Safety on Set series, And it's a heavy one. We explore the harsh realities of production before the formation of the AHS (American Humane Society). And unfortunately it doesn't stop there. Join us in paying respects to all the anim...
Welcome back, Film Folks, for another fantastic interview this week. Paul's here to represent the Construction Department! From getting an early introduction to film on some iconic projects in Ireland, to building furniture on no sleep, and being sent back to the future on a park bench. Paul breaks down the ins and outs of how sets get built. Measure twice, cut once people. Enjoy the show!
Happy St. Patty's Day film friends. Today we bring you the luck of the Ir...er...film industry to you, with some fun behind the scenes/making of/little known facts from our world, where happenstance led to greatness and moments we all know and love. So go grab a Guiness and kiss a blarney stone. We hope you enjoy and have a fun and safe St. Patrick's. Sláinte!
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