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Welcome to the BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. Every Wednesday, hosts Joy Hunter and Karis Aldridge will be talking to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema-going experiences, and what makes independent film so special.
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- 2 days ago37 min
Gemma Chan on how Crazy Rich Asians changed the game, and producing Josephine with Channing Tatum
Gemma Chan joins The BIFA Podcast!We sat down to talk about Gemma’s latest project Josephine, which she produced and stars in alongside Channing Tatum. Also discussed: how Crazy Rich Asians changed the game, the best on set catering of all time, and Withnail and I.Josephine is out in UK and Irish Cinemas from Friday 20 NovemberListen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL Instagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_filmABOUT THE BIFA PODCASTEach week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.ABOUT BIFAThe British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film.Find out more at www.bifa.filmCREDITS Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy HunterProduced by the BIFA TeamAudio Engineer: Itzel Gonzalez EstradaRecorded at Bleat Post ProductionMusic: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago1h 1m
Romola Garai talks feminist horror, Atonement, and balancing filmmaking with motherhood
Romola Garai is in the house!The BIFA nominated actor joins us to talk moving from acting into directing, watching The Piano too young, and balancing filmmaking with motherhood.Romola is currently starring in Adultery on ITVXListen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIALInstagram - @BIFA_filmTikTok - @BIFA_filmABOUT THE BIFA PODCASTEach week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.ABOUT BIFAThe British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.filmCREDITSHosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy HunterProduced by the BIFA TeamAudio Engineer: Itzel Gonzalez EstradaRecorded at Bleat Post ProductionMusic: “Make It Happen”Performed by Laura WelshWritten by Jimmy James and Laura WelshLicensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/ScreenwrkPublished by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 14, 20261h 3m
Naomi Ackie talks I Love Boosters, Clayface and locking in for Twilight Season
Naomi Ackie is in the house!We sat down with the star of I Love Boosters and Clayface to chat about her journey into the industry from starring in the BIFA-winning Lady Macbeth alongside Florence Pugh, to getting cast in Star Wars just as she was ready to quit acting.Also discussed: playing musicals in your mind on long train journeys, the importance of sharing snacks in the cinema, and dating two Robert Pattinson clones on Mickey 17.Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIALInstagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_filmABOUT THE BIFA PODCASTEach week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.ABOUT BIFAThe British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film— CREDITSHosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy HunterProduced by the BIFA TeamAudio Engineer: Itzel Gonzalez EstradaRecorded at Bleat Post ProductionMusic: “Make It Happen”Performed by Laura WelshWritten by Jimmy James and Laura WelshLicensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/ScreenwrkPublished by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 1, 202647 min
Douglas Booth on The Blame, why audiences still love LOL, and being obsessed with Gladiator
Douglas has entered the Booth!This week on The BIFA Podcast, we speak to Douglas Booth about coming up through the independent film, his childhood obsession with the Gladiator, and his current starring role in The Blame alongside Michelle Keegan.Watch The Blame now on ITVX!Also discussed: The legacy of The Riot Club, how Loving Vincent was made, and why teenage girls everywhere remain obsessed with LOL.Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.Catch Susan in Enola Holmes 3, now streaming on Netflix.FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIALInstagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_filmABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.ABOUT BIFA The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film— CREDITSHosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter Produced by the BIFA Team Recorded at Bleat Post ProductionMusic: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 16, 202656 min
Kiell Smith-Bynoe talks Ghosts, Wicker, and why we need more purely silly independent films
Becky what? 👻Kiell Smith Bynoe is this week’s guest on The BIFA Podcast supported by Kia, and he’s here to talk Wicker, Ghosts, Stath Lets Flats, and why independent film needs to stay silly.Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE CINEMA: https://www.bifa.film/coty-vote/FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIALInstagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_filmABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.ABOUT BIFA The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film — CREDITSHosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter Produced by the BIFA Team Audio Engineer: Itzel Gonzalez Estrada Recorded at Bleat Post ProductionMusic: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 2, 202652 min
George Mackay on Sense and Sensibility, interrogating masculinity, and avoiding 'algorithmic fluff’
Me oh my, it’s George Mackay! This week’s guest on The BIFA Podcast is a bonafide British Indie star, known for his work in Pride, Femme, Captain Fantastic, True History of The Kelly Gang and Sense and Sensibility! We sat down with the BIFA winning Actor to talk about the films that shaped his taste, why Jane Austen is more relevant than ever, and what needs to change in the film industry. Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE CINEMA: https://www.bifa.film/coty-vote/ FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIALInstagram - @BIFA_filmTikTok - @BIFA_filmX - @BIFA_filmABOUT THE BIFA PODCASTEach week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.ABOUT BIFAThe British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film—CREDITSHosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy HunterProduced by the BIFA TeamAudio Engineer: Itzel Gonzalez EstradaRecorded at Bleat Post ProductionMusic: “Make It Happen”Performed by Laura WelshWritten by Jimmy James and Laura WelshLicensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/ScreenwrkPublished by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Aug 5, 20261h 3m
Cinematographer Seamus McGarvey on shooting Atonement, Die My Love & We Need to Talk About Kevin
Oscar nominee and Cinematographer extraodinaire Seamus McGarvey is this week’s guest on The BIFA Podcast! We talked through Seamus’s career behind the camera, working on the likes of Atonement, We Need to Talk about Kevin, Die My Love and Nowhere Boy. Also discussed: The lost art of film lighting, 50 Shades of Grey, and scrubbing credits off IMDB… Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIALInstagram - @BIFA_filmTikTok - @BIFA_filmX - @BIFA_filmABOUT THE BIFA PODCASTEach week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.ABOUT BIFAThe British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film—CREDITSHosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy HunterProduced by the BIFA TeamAudio Engineer: Itzel Gonzalez EstradaRecorded at Bleat Post ProductionMusic: “Make It Happen”Performed by Laura WelshWritten by Jimmy James and Laura WelshLicensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/ScreenwrkPublished by Universal Music Publishing Ltd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jul 22, 20261h 0m
James McAvoy talks working class stereotypes on screen, winning a BIFA for Filth, and Mr Tumnus
James McAvoy is this week’s guest on The BIFA Podcast supported by Kia! We sat down with the man himself to chat about his directorial debut California Schemin', representing working class stories on screen and what he's learnt from working with some of the best crews and directors in the game. Also featured: An insane camera trick involving tights on Atonement, the psychology behind his terrifying performance in Split, and asking the very important question: will anyone ever match Mr Tumnus' freak? Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIALInstagram - @BIFA_filmTikTok - @BIFA_filmX - @BIFA_filmABOUT THE BIFA PODCASTEach week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.ABOUT BIFAThe British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film—CREDITSHosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy HunterProduced by the BIFA TeamAudio Engineer: Itzel Gonzalez EstradaRecorded at Bleat Post ProductionMusic: “Make It Happen”Performed by Laura WelshWritten by Jimmy James and Laura WelshLicensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/ScreenwrkPublished by Universal Music Publishing LtdChapters00:00 Intro and welcome 01:32 California Schemin' 05:49 Avoiding 'poverty p*rn' on screen12:33 Scottish accents and industry bias18:00 The best advice for directors: learning from Joe Wright25:47 Why the first AD is everything in a crew33:56 Filth and winning a BIFA 39:12 Kneecap and California Schemin' are not the same!41:06 How James McAvoy became an actor43:29 Teaching Andy Serkis how to do a Scottish accent45:57 Split and the anatomy of being terrifying53:01 Why Horror is having a moment 54:40 Mr Tumnus & Greta Gerwig's Narnia56:14 Quickfire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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