Hosts Tessa Markle and Carolina Alvarez take a break from their recording break to bring you some updates, lessons learned, and thank the fam!

In this episode, Tessa and Carolina share their journey of creating their feature film 'Sync', discussing the challenges and lessons learned during the festival circuit, the importance of awards and recognition, and the complexities of distribution. They emphasize the significance of community support and engagement as they navigate their filmmaking journey, while also expressing gratitude for their listeners and supporters.

Links:

Website: www.femmeregard.com

SYNC IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26902271/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Filmfreeway: https://filmfreeway.com

Canva: https://www.canva.com

Hosts Carolina Alvarez & Tessa Markle spill the tea on all things filmmaking with this week’s guest, Kelsie McDonald!

Kelsie discusses her one-woman show and the process of developing it. She talks about working with director Pam, who helped bring her vision to life. Kelsie shares how the show combines comedy with personal and emotional moments, and how it relates to her own experiences. She also discusses the Hollywood Fringe Festival and the opportunities it provides for artists to showcase their work. Kelsie emphasizes the importance of taking risks and pushing oneself as a performer, and the confidence that comes from putting on a solo show. She discusses her projects, including a female-driven superhero story and a bilingual rom-com. She emphasizes the importance of representation and diversity in storytelling. Kelsie also talks about her experiences studying acting in Australia, New York, and the UK, and how each school shaped her craft. In this conversation, Kelsie McDonald discusses her journey as an actor, producer, and writer. She shares her experience studying acting in college and the importance of collaboration and making connections in the industry. Kelsie emphasizes the need for actors to take control of their careers by creating their own work and developing additional skills like writing and producing. She also talks about her one-woman show, 'Who's Serving Who,' and her plans to continue developing and expanding it. Kelsie encourages actors to be open to change and to follow their passions and dreams.

Links:

www.instagram.com/kelsieactor

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4302135/

Hosts Carolina Alvarez & Tessa Markle spill the tea on all things filmmaking with this week’s guests, Steph France and Allie Palazzo!

In this conversation, Steph and Allie discuss the production of the supernatural series 'Hexed' and their new pilot 'Off Kilter'. They talk about the practical effects used in 'Hexed' and the decision-making process behind choosing which effects to do practically versus using visual effects. They also discuss the budget of 'Hexed' and the challenges of shooting in multiple locations. The conversation then shifts to 'Off Kilter', a comedy pilot. They touch on the casting process and the importance of authenticity in performances. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the use of profanity in scripts and the considerations for ratings and audience reception. Steph and Allie, co-owners of Rumor Films, discuss their experiences in indie filmmaking and the importance of having a production partner. They share stories from their projects, including participating in 48-hour film festivals and the challenges they faced on set. They emphasize the value of meaningful connections and learning from both the good and bad experiences in the industry.

Links:

www.instagram.com/kalmkaos3

www.instagram.com/alytea_

www.instagram.com/rumorfilms_

https://youtu.be/MrEheIQ7ESc?si=_oGqKhbm2BhnR492