Twin Shadow Productions

In this episode, Tom and Steve cruise the stars in search of Xenu, but when you're that high up in space you can get a little light in the head! So, perfect time to discuss the DGA, SAG, and WGA negotiations. They also discuss approaches and  regrets for re-shoots/pick-up shots, and of course, aliens!!!!!!So come along with us, the truth is out there.

In this episode, Tom and Steve get a little light in the head as they discuss using a named actor in indie films, the progress and future of their film, and then they finish it off the longest script in history!So come along us as we learn a thing or two!If you would like to support the podcast and want some of that sweet Liquid IV, you can get 20% off with the discount link here:https://zen.ai/twinshadowpodOr Code:TWINSHADOWPODCAST

In this fight, Tom is out to assassinate Mr. Wick, but can Stephen at least save the dog? Find out in this somewhat exciting battle!Are you afraid of the Baba Yaga?

In this second half of episode 109, Stephen gets really really drunk! The boys also finish their discussion of 12 Angry Men and then kind of talk about dreams. Finally, they end it with another movie trivia game!Sorry!

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss their fears with the WGA strike and then (partly) get angry in their review of 12 Angry Men!So come along with us and judge!If you would like to picket with the WGA, you can find the schedule and location here:https://www.wgacontract2023.org/strike/picket-schedules-and-locations?fbclid=IwAR3K4KSLumEdL1QtNx7ThaPRZwk4m3a8yNVHEeo8rYhYjQvphsNaUkt8m6w

In this episode, Tom, Steve, and guest co-host, Alex Duarte, interview friend and filmmaker Josh Ampuero of Turbulence Studios. Josh lays down the truth! He discusses writing scripts within your budget, writing comedy, and his feelings on film festivals. To top off a wonderful interview Tom graces the three with one of his finest scripts, his Jaws, "The Screaming Teeth". So get your piggly wigglys aboard the Slippery Squid! If you'd like to learn more about Alex you can find is Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@firsttakefilms68 And if you'd like to discover more from Josh you can find his Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMakesMovies1/featured

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss what it means to have an audience, how to grow an audience, if they are a bunch of dumb-dumbs, and how to get them to join your cult! Then Special Guest, Randy, makes an appearance and he's very hungry! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss their new insights on editing and accepting what you have to work with; then Tom vs ChatGPT: Tom writes a script and ChatGPT writes a prose of the same story. Stay tuned and find which writer reigns supreme! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In this episode, Tom and Steve get the privilege of interviewing documentarian and videographer, Javon Manning. Javon shares his methods on shooting B-roll, his approach to shooting documentaries, the film scene in Denver, and shares info on his next documentary. They three also geek out about anime! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! If you would like to discover more about Javon, you can find his website here: https://www.glassvalleyproductions.com/

In this episode, Tom gives his favorite books on storytelling; then the two discuss the WGA's stance on AI and sex in cinema or rather the current death of sex in film. So come along with us and let's get naked! Here is the Variety article on the WGA's stance with AI: https://variety.com/2023/biz/news/writers-guild-artificial-intelligence-proposal-1235560927/

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss the WGA seeking better residuals in the new world of streaming, a healthy mindset when a scene is bad, and they read another awesome script by Mr. Blue. So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In this episode Tom and Steve get to interview actor and filmmaker, Douglas Vermeeren. Doug shares some motivational advice, his experience working with the late Tom Sizemore, and shares his methods on marketing his films. So come along with us and see the lines! If you'd like to learn more about Doug, you can visit his website here: https://www.douglasvermeeren.com/

In this episode Tom and Steve return to the old formula discussing news on AI, Hellboy, and slapping. Then they try a new bit of sharing wisdom from actual accomplished filmmakers (unlike those two), with first up being Mark Duplass doing a keynote at SXSW 2015. Lastly, oh wait they have a main topic, but that's not the fun part! At the end Tom has a special surprise script! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! Save us AI Jesus! If you would like to see Mark Duplass's SXSW interview (and you should watch), you can find it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZeWOAliA6Y

In this new special series of versus' (proper grammar? who knows!?) episode, Tom and Steve battle it over the movie Nope! Do you see it? Do you don't see it!? Nope! Oh, really? Probably better than half the shit out there! Nope! So decide with us! Who wins! Fatality! Nope!

In this monumental episode, the two have somehow survived and have crawled their way to the official 100th episode. Stephen interviews Tom and they discuss the job of the podcaster, the process of writing, the worst advice to receive, and then they get way toooo messed up! So come along with us and celebrate!

In this monumental episode, the two have somehow survived and have crawled their way to the official 100th episode. Tom interviews Steve. So come along with us and celebrate!

In this episode, Tom and Steve get to interview Director of Photography, Ksusha Genenfeld. She talks about her film, A Wounded Fawn, her favorite films, and educates the lads on the process and positions under cinematography. Lastly, they finish off with some good ol' tentacle porn! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! If you'd like to learn more about Ksusha, you can find her website here: https://www.ksushagenenfeld.com/

In this special episode, Tom and Steve are graced by a true cinephile, Marvin Himenez. The three sleep deprived belligerent monkeys discuss the Oscar nominations of 2022! So come along with and smash some golden statues with us!

We bring a Christmas surprise with an interview of C. Robert Cargill, screenwriter of Sinister, Dr. Strange, and Black Phone. We discuss how Cargill got into screenwriting, the secret cabal of indie horror filmmakers, writing goals, and we get a hint of his latest project: The Gorge! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! Happy holidays everyone and see you in the new year!

We continue our discussion with The Mistress of Night, Stacey Sytulek! We talk about scary movies, and then we get real deep discussing alcohol and addiction. It's always difficult to discuss and face such topics. But we end on a lighter note with another of Tom's scripts and bare witness to Stacey's amazing acting chops! So come along with us and see who is afraid of the dark! If you'd like to see more of the star, Stacey, you can find her Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/silenceofthestace/