Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast

Author: Steven Bernstein, Vince Grimes Language: English Episodes: 111
There’s a unique space between the pure enthusiasm of a movie fan and the hard-won knowledge of a working filmmaker, and that’s exactly where you’ll find Filmmaker and Fan's Podcast. Hosted by award-winning cinematographer and director Steven Bernstein-whose work includes films like *Monster* and *The Wood*-and Vince Grimes, an executive producer and self-described mega fan with a deep background in creative leadership, this series thrives on the friction and friendship of their two perspectives. Each episode is built around a core conversation where Vince’s passionate fandom meets Steven’s film school-level insight, dissecting everything from classic cinema to contemporary hits. You’re essentially getting a backstage pass to the kind of detailed, often hilarious, and always insightful talks that happen after the credits roll, where technical craft and sheer love for the medium collide. It’s for anyone who doesn’t just watch movies but feels them, and who wants to understand not only why a scene works but exactly how it was built. Tune in for these deep-dive discussions that explore the heart of cinema, from performance and direction to the hidden details that make a film unforgettable. This podcast turns casual viewing into a richer, more connected experience.
Episodes
IndieMaker: Luca Pizzoleo [re-release] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:33
Episode Summary[Re-release: originally published July 18th, 2025 as episode 71]In this episode, Steve and Vince talk with award-winning indie filmmaker Luca Pizzoleo.Using Luca’s latest short film as their foundation (“O…
"Wicked" [re-release] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:09
Episode Summary[Re-release: originally published December 20th, 2024 as episode 41]In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Wicked”.Using Wicked as their foundation, they explore topics such as the intima…
"Glengarry Glen Ross" [re-release] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:25
Episode Summary[Re-release: originally published April 4th, 2025 as episode 56]In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 1992 film, “Glengarry Glen Ross”.Using Glengarry Glen Ross as their foundation, they explore top…
"Alien" Franchise [re-release] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:15
Episode Summary[Re-release: originally published September 13th, 2024 as episode 27]In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the sci-fi franchise, “Alien”. Using the Alien franchise as their foundation, they explore topi…
"A Complete Unknown" [re-release] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:20
Episode Summary[Re-release: originally published December 27th, 2024 as episode 42]In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “A Complete Unknown,” written and directed by James Mangold.Using A Complete Unkn…
"Amélie" [re-release] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:41
Episode Summary[Re-release: originally published March 1st, 2024 as episode 5]In this episode, Steve and Vince discuss the 2001 award-winning film, “Amélie”. Using Amélie as their foundation, they explore topics such as…
"The Brutalist" [re-release] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:17
Episode Summary[Re-release: originally published January 17th, 2025 as episode 45]In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “The Brutalist”.Using The Brutalist as their foundation, they explore topics such…
"Inside Llewyn Davis" [re-release] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:40
Episode Summary[Re-release: originally published May 31st, 2024 as episode 12]In this episode, Steve and Vince discuss the 2013 film, “Inside Llewyn Davis” (written and directed by The Coen Brothers). Using Inside Llewyn…
"Deadpool and Wolverine" [re-release] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:47
Episode Summary[Re-release: originally published August 2nd, 2024 as episode 21]In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 Marvel movie, “Deadpool & Wolverine”.Using Deadpool & Wolverine as their foundation they e…
"Nickel Boys" [re-release] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:51
Episode Summary[Re-release: originally published February 7th, 2025 as episode 48]In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Nickel Boys”. Using Nickel Boys as their foundation, they explore topics such as…