Hellblazerbiz Conversations with the stars

I talk with Sean Cribbin, survivor of serial killer Bruce McArthur, and Sean’s partner Steve Sauder, who also provided the music score for the documentary.

Was I Next? The Sean Cribbin Story, a multiple-award winning documentary from iCogitate Productions, tells the story of Sean Cribbin, a gay man who lived through a shocking brush with death at the hands of Canada’s most brutal serial killer, Bruce McArthur. After years of co...

I sit down with Matt Hookings of Camelot Films, who joined me to talk about his new film “Prizefighter”, which tells the fascinating story of boxer Jem Belcher, from the 17th Century. The making of this film has been monumental and very reminiscent of the story behind Rocky, with the hurdles Matt overcame to bring this story to life. The film also stars Russell Crowe, Ray Winstone, Jodhi May and Julian Glover who are but some of th...

I m joined on this episode by Anna and Hillary Shakespeare who rejoin me, after we talked 2 years ago about their debut film Soundtrack to Sixteen. We are joined by actor Johnny Lucas who plays Benedict in their new film Much Ado. We chat about the filming process, using original Shakespeare dialogue in modern setting and much more. The film is being screened at the Genesis Cinema, Bethnal Green on April 1st for the London Independ...

British filmmaker Sam Plommer joins me to talk about his film “Plastic Boy”, which centres itself on the lead a character, Sam (played by Plommer) who spends his days bored at his job and has lost his way in life, with work, his love life and ambition.

This is Sam’s 3rd production, having made a web series “Sorry, not interested” which is a dramedy about relationships and also film short “Seeing Each Other”

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Drew Waters is an actor whose face may be familiar as he has appeared in many of the top shows over the last 12 years or so. From roles in True Detective and Breaking Bad to Bones, all three of the NCIS brands (NCIS, NCIS LA and NCIS New Orleans). Drew is as accomplished behind the camera as he is front, having also directed and produced his own films. 

Drew is currently advertising the film Desperate Riders, where he play...

I am rejoined by Cara Annmarie, Matt Lewis, Kurt Yue and welcome Brian Troxell who joined the cast in season 4. We talk about season 4, the fun of being a part of the cast, funny stories, talk about their excellent colleague Keith Arthur Bolden (Darryl) who couldn’t make the chat.  It’s a long one, but so much fun. I hope you enjoy!

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I am rejoined by the excellent actress Rose Bianco, known currently as Miguel’s doting grandmother Rosa Diaz in Netflix Cobra Kai. Rose is an esteemed actress with such versatility in her roles. Join us as we chat about the show and our mutual love of it, as well as acting techniques, her roles in Wandavision and Doom Patrol and much more.

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British actor Kevin McNally is known to audiences world wide as Mr Gibbs in the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, as well as man more roles in hit films and shows such as Downton Abbey, The Crown,  and most recently as Professor Jericho in Doctor Who: Flux. Kevin joins me again to talk about his work over the last few years, our mutual love of Das Boot, how he enjoys filming with John Malkovich and of course, what it’s like being ba...

The difficulties and setbacks independent artists face when it comes to revenue, recognition and more were exacerbated by the pandemic last year.  Today, Fan Pass Live is making it easier for artists and stars to connect with their fans.  Now, artists have control and freedom over the content they share and create, from the distribution of their music, to merchandise and exclusive content, the ability to obtain production equipment...

40-Love is written by comic veterans Michael Buechler and Fred Wolf (who also directed the film). It follows 22-year-old statistics whiz, Beek (Williams), as he sets out on a cross-country road trip to New York City. Beeks hopes to convince one of the world's greatest tennis stars that he can help her defeat her most challenging rival in the upcoming championship tournament. The road trip romantic comedy follows his misadventu...

I finally got the chance to sit down and have a one to one chat with the great actor Jeff Kaplan after we did chat on the group chat I had back in March with 12 Cobra Kai cast. Jeff and I caught up about what is has been like being in the worldwide hit show, the experiences he has had on set with being slapped by William Zabka to his huge admiration for the Big Three - Josh, John and Haydn. We also talk about his entry to the Savan...

Jesse Kove is an established and successful American actor who has a myriad of credits to his name. Having got interest in the entertainment industry at an early age, performing skits for his family and visiting film sets with his father (Martin Kove aka Karate Kid/Cobra Kai bad guy John Kreese). He has racked up some very good roles, one of his most memorable starring alongside Joseph Fiennes (Shakespeare in Love, Enemy at the Gat...

Julio Martino is no stranger to film. Brought up in the environment of a film rental shop owned by his father, he always had an interest in the genre. He built on this and focussed more on directing rather than acting, and studied and worked his way to become an accomplished director in theatre, directing performances in both UK and Chicago. Country of Hotels is his film debut and he describes the transition between stage and scree...

Marshall Cook is the writer and director of the Indie Favorite FILM FEST. FILM FEST premiered at the AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL and is now available on Amazon and iTunes!
FILM FEST is a fun look behind the curtain of what it’s really like for filmmakers and critics alike at the perceived glitzy film fest world. The film features Matt Cook (“Man With A Plan”) and Diona Reasonover (“NCIS”), as well as other familiar faces, including Wi...

On this episode I chat with esteemed actor Corey Reynolds. Corey started his acting life in theatre, touring with Saturday Night Fever amongst others. He has a long list of on screen credits too, ranging from parts in NCIS LA, SEAL Team amongst many more as well as a long running main part in The Closer, where he even had a muppet made of him for an episode of Sesame St! He is currently in our screens in Resident Alien where he pla...

Natasha is excited to travel to Israel to participate in a trip encouraging young diaspora Jews to immigrate there. When she manages to catch the attention of Shlomi, a handsome combat soldier, things turn ugly.

Director Inbar Horesh’s female led short film was inspired by the Israeli organization Birthright, who encourage young Jewish people to immigrate there. The film was inspired by Nataliya Olshanskaya’s story of immi...

I chat with filmmaker Tomer Shushan about his  film short 'White Eye'which has been nominated for an Oscar 2021

Tomer Shushan’s Live-Action Short White Eye shares the harsh realities of undocumented immigrants on the run. Winner of the Oscar Qualifying Award at SXSW Film Festival 2020 and Urbanworld Film Festival 2020. This topical film has screened at over 70 film festivals, including 23 Oscar-qualifying. This L...

Hannah Kepple is an American actress known for her role as 'Moon' on the worldwide hit Netflix show Cobra Kai. Hannah has appeared in all 3 seasons, starting from the very first episode.  She is a fan favourite with her peaceful attitude to life, always meaning well by trying to stop bullying and more but always seems to backfire. 

Join me as I chat with the wonderful Hannah about her experiences on the show as w...

Alejandra Jenni is a filmmaker, director and actress with an impressive resume working across theatre and film. For this interview, we talk about her short film "Wert" (Worth) which highlights and breaks the stigma barrier about talking about menstruation and issues felt by women worldwide. It is an excellent piece, with an aim to remove the taboo around talking about it both by the patriarchal society and also by women t...