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S4E161 | A Gaffer's Tale: Jim Plannette talks Steven Spielberg, Mel Gibson, and more.
Manage episode 499310675 series 3247287
Behind the Scenes with Iconic Gaffer Jim Planchett! Join Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen on the Get Reelisms Podcast as they chat with renowned gaffer Jim Plannette. Jim shares insights from his illustrious career, working on classics like E.T., Braveheart, Young Frankenstein, and many more. Discover the challenges and rewards of lighting some of Hollywood's most memorable films, the impact on personal life, and the importance of luck and timing in the film industry. This is a must-watch for filmmaking enthusiasts who want to learn from a true industry veteran!
Hosts: Adam Rani (@adamthechase) & Christine Chen (@cchenmtf)
For more information about Christine Chen: christinewchen.com
For more information go to getreelisms.com
For more information on ERZULIE go to: erzuliefilm.com
WEBISODE version of the Podcast
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00:00 The Realities of Working in the Film Industry
00:46 Introduction to the Get Reelisms Podcast
01:11 Meeting Jim and His Work on E.T.
02:54 Jim's Favorite Film Projects 04:19 Challenges and Memorable Moments in Filmmaking
05:16 Jim's Journey into the Film Industry
06:39 Union Struggles and Early Career
07:20 Working on Iconic Films: From Andromeda Strain to Chinatown
09:57 Balancing Personal Life and Film Work
15:30 Shooting in Black and White: Young Frankenstein and Beyond
20:33 The Evolution of Black and White Film
21:48 Behind the Scenes of Ocean's 11
24:41 Challenges in Production Design
28:19 Filming Braveheart: A Unique Experience
33:52 Working with Steven Soderbergh
35:54 Conclusion and Future Plans
173 episodes
Manage episode 499310675 series 3247287
Behind the Scenes with Iconic Gaffer Jim Planchett! Join Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen on the Get Reelisms Podcast as they chat with renowned gaffer Jim Plannette. Jim shares insights from his illustrious career, working on classics like E.T., Braveheart, Young Frankenstein, and many more. Discover the challenges and rewards of lighting some of Hollywood's most memorable films, the impact on personal life, and the importance of luck and timing in the film industry. This is a must-watch for filmmaking enthusiasts who want to learn from a true industry veteran!
Hosts: Adam Rani (@adamthechase) & Christine Chen (@cchenmtf)
For more information about Christine Chen: christinewchen.com
For more information go to getreelisms.com
For more information on ERZULIE go to: erzuliefilm.com
WEBISODE version of the Podcast
getreelisms.com
00:00 The Realities of Working in the Film Industry
00:46 Introduction to the Get Reelisms Podcast
01:11 Meeting Jim and His Work on E.T.
02:54 Jim's Favorite Film Projects 04:19 Challenges and Memorable Moments in Filmmaking
05:16 Jim's Journey into the Film Industry
06:39 Union Struggles and Early Career
07:20 Working on Iconic Films: From Andromeda Strain to Chinatown
09:57 Balancing Personal Life and Film Work
15:30 Shooting in Black and White: Young Frankenstein and Beyond
20:33 The Evolution of Black and White Film
21:48 Behind the Scenes of Ocean's 11
24:41 Challenges in Production Design
28:19 Filming Braveheart: A Unique Experience
33:52 Working with Steven Soderbergh
35:54 Conclusion and Future Plans
173 episodes
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