82.5 - Interview with Jeff Blyth

AJ is joined by Jeff Blyth, the director of The Timekeeper! Jeff discusses his early film career working as a helicopter cinematographer, his first time working with Circle-Vision, and the development of The Timekeeper. We debunk a long standing myth, uncover previously unknown details about the cast, and learn more about the challenges of filming in 360 degrees. You won't want to miss this!00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro01:28 Early Filmmaking Roots02:31 Helicopter Work on The Shining04:29 Wonders of China for Epcot08:40 Learning Circle-Vision Basics13:17 Hiding the Crew in 36017:58 Pushing Tech and Complexity26:47 Timekeeper Development and Eisner Notes30:26 Building Nine Eye for the Mirror31:53 International Cuts and Missing Scenes32:25 Japan Version Effects34:28 International Cut Decisions35:46 Directing Voice Talent37:15 Nerd Vision Scrutiny40:52 Robin Williams Myth47:54 French Timekeeper Debate49:38 Can Timekeeper Return52:05 Alex Mack Adventures55:58 Future of Circle Vision57:11 Book Plug & FarewellFollow UsBlue Sky | Facebook | Threads | InstagramEmail: 90sDisneyPodcast@gmail.com