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Ep 237 - Rod Blackhurst on Directing "Blood for Dust"
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Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Best Selling Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter
Guest: Rod Blackhurst, Director of "Blood for Dust"
Summary:
In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with Rod Blackhurst, the talented director behind the gripping film "Blood for Dust." Starring Kit Harington, Scoot McNary, Josh Lucas, and Stephen Dorff, this crime thriller is set in 1993 and follows the journey of a traveling salesman.
Rod shares his origin story, the process of bringing this film to life, and the incredible cast that made it all possible. They delve into the inspiration behind the film, the challenges faced during production, and the unique character portrayals that make "Blood for Dust" a must-watch
Takeaways:
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continue reading
Guest: Rod Blackhurst, Director of "Blood for Dust"
Summary:
In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with Rod Blackhurst, the talented director behind the gripping film "Blood for Dust." Starring Kit Harington, Scoot McNary, Josh Lucas, and Stephen Dorff, this crime thriller is set in 1993 and follows the journey of a traveling salesman.
Rod shares his origin story, the process of bringing this film to life, and the incredible cast that made it all possible. They delve into the inspiration behind the film, the challenges faced during production, and the unique character portrayals that make "Blood for Dust" a must-watch
Takeaways:
- Rod's journey from growing up without a TV to becoming a filmmaker.
- The collaborative process of writing "Blood for Dust" with David Ebeltoft.
- The significance of the film's 1993 setting and its impact on the story.
- Insights into the casting process and working with renowned actors.
- Tips for aspiring filmmakers on closing the gap between vision and execution.
- 00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
- 00:22 - Rod's Background and Inspiration
- 01:23 - Development and Writing of "Blood for Dust"
- 02:35 - Working with Scoot McNary
- 08:28 - Kit Harington's Villainous Role
- 12:20 - Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers
- 19:02 - Distribution Plans for "Blood for Dust"
- 20:47 - Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
- Geoffrey D. Calhoun: @screenwriterpod on Instagram
- Rod Blackhurst: Rod's Instagram
240 Episoden
Ep 237 - Rod Blackhurst on Directing "Blood for Dust"
The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting Podcast
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Inhalt bereitgestellt von Geoffrey D Calhoun. Alle Podcast-Inhalte, einschließlich Episoden, Grafiken und Podcast-Beschreibungen, werden direkt von Geoffrey D Calhoun oder seinem Podcast-Plattformpartner hochgeladen und bereitgestellt. Wenn Sie glauben, dass jemand Ihr urheberrechtlich geschütztes Werk ohne Ihre Erlaubnis nutzt, können Sie dem hier beschriebenen Verfahren folgen https://de.player.fm/legal.
Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun, Best Selling Author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter
Guest: Rod Blackhurst, Director of "Blood for Dust"
Summary:
In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with Rod Blackhurst, the talented director behind the gripping film "Blood for Dust." Starring Kit Harington, Scoot McNary, Josh Lucas, and Stephen Dorff, this crime thriller is set in 1993 and follows the journey of a traveling salesman.
Rod shares his origin story, the process of bringing this film to life, and the incredible cast that made it all possible. They delve into the inspiration behind the film, the challenges faced during production, and the unique character portrayals that make "Blood for Dust" a must-watch
Takeaways:
…
continue reading
Guest: Rod Blackhurst, Director of "Blood for Dust"
Summary:
In this episode, Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with Rod Blackhurst, the talented director behind the gripping film "Blood for Dust." Starring Kit Harington, Scoot McNary, Josh Lucas, and Stephen Dorff, this crime thriller is set in 1993 and follows the journey of a traveling salesman.
Rod shares his origin story, the process of bringing this film to life, and the incredible cast that made it all possible. They delve into the inspiration behind the film, the challenges faced during production, and the unique character portrayals that make "Blood for Dust" a must-watch
Takeaways:
- Rod's journey from growing up without a TV to becoming a filmmaker.
- The collaborative process of writing "Blood for Dust" with David Ebeltoft.
- The significance of the film's 1993 setting and its impact on the story.
- Insights into the casting process and working with renowned actors.
- Tips for aspiring filmmakers on closing the gap between vision and execution.
- 00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
- 00:22 - Rod's Background and Inspiration
- 01:23 - Development and Writing of "Blood for Dust"
- 02:35 - Working with Scoot McNary
- 08:28 - Kit Harington's Villainous Role
- 12:20 - Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers
- 19:02 - Distribution Plans for "Blood for Dust"
- 20:47 - Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
- Geoffrey D. Calhoun: @screenwriterpod on Instagram
- Rod Blackhurst: Rod's Instagram
240 Episoden
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