Following Films Podcast
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Following Films Podcast
The Following Films Podcast is an independent film interview and commentary podcast hosted by film critic and podcaster Chris Maynard. Associated with the film website Following Films, the podcast focuses primarily on independent cinema, deep dives into behind-the-scenes filmmaking, and long-form interviews with directors, writers, actors, cinematographers, and composers.
Overview
The Following Films Podcast spotlights creative voices across independent and genre filmmaking. Rather than focusing solely on major studio blockbusters, the show regularly highlights indie releases, film festival selections, documentary projects, and cult or horror cinema.
Episodes typically feature one-on-one conversations between host Chris Maynard and industry professionals, discussing the creative process, technical craftsmanship (such as score composition and cinematography), and the realities of independent film production and distribution.
Format
The show's structure revolves around thematic discussions and guest interviews:
Filmmaker & Artist Interviews: In-depth conversations with directors, screenwriters, producers, cinematographers, and actors discussing recent or upcoming releases.
Craft & Crew Deep Dives: Dedicated spotlight episodes exploring specific elements of production, including film scores, production design, and documentary cinematography.
Festival & Industry Highlights: Coverage of independent film festivals (such as the Proof Film Festival, FrightFest, and Sundance) and conversations with festival programmers and organizers.
Retrospectives & Analysis: Essays and discussions surrounding physical media releases, silent-era cinema, and cult classics.
Hosts Chris Maynard – Founder, primary host, and producer.
Reception and Reach The podcast is distributed across major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio. It has gained a dedicated following among indie film enthusiasts and cinephiles for providing a platform to emerging filmmakers and below-the-line talent who might not receive coverage in mainstream media outlets.
See also Independent cinema Film criticism Film festival
References
"[Following Films Official Site]." Following Films, https://www.followingfilms.com "Following Films on Apple Podcasts" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/following-films-podcast/id1507624430 "Following Films on Spotify" https://open.spotify.com/show/38ReVZJpFNvsK8EncGD7Vr
This entry was written by Chris Maynard
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