Film Executive Sid Ganis On Documentary Film OLYMPIA, A Retrospect On The “Gigantic Creative Force” Of Olympia Dukakis
Interview by Paul Salfen Entertainment executive Sid Ganis launched some of our most beloved legendary films, including Top Gun, Fatal Attraction, and Ghost. As president of Paramount he bought the underlying rights to Forrest Gump, which would go on to become one of Paramount's biggest hits—both financially and critically—of all time. At Lucasfilm, where he served
SPIRAL: From The Book Of Saw, Interview With Director Darren Lynn Bousman
Interview by Paul Salfen Spiral is directed by Darren Lynn Bousman (Saw II, Repo! The Genetic Opera) and written by Josh Stolberg (Jigsaw, “Avatar: The Last Airbender”) & Peter Goldfinger (Jigsaw, Piranha 3D). It stars Chris Rock (“Fargo,” Top Five), Max Minghella (“The Handmaid’s Tale,” The Ides of March), Marisol Nichols (“Riverdale,” “Teen Wolf”) and
Screenwriter JIM UHLS on Writing FIGHT CLUB
Interview by John Wisniewski John Wisniewski: When did you begin writing, Jim? Jim Uhls: I began writing short stories in grade school. I also made up stories and acted them out with friends. It wasn't until college that I began writing plays and screenplays. John Wisniewski: Any favorite screenwriters and directors? Jim Uhls: I don't really like to
James Newton Howard On NEWS OF THE WORLD Film Score “I used ancient instruments…basically instruments from the 17th and 18th century, like viola da gambas, cello d’amores, and gut string fiddles.”
Interview by Paul Salfen With well over 100 film scores under his belt, legendary composer James Newton Howard is almost automatically in awards discussions this time of year and while it’s always well-deserved, his score for News Of The World, the new film directed by Paul Greengass starring Tom Hanks seems to be at the
Screenwriter JIM UHLS on Writing FIGHT CLUB
Interview by John Wisniewski John Wisniewski: When did you begin writing, Jim? Jim Uhls: I began writing short stories in grade school. I also made up stories and acted them out with friends. It wasn't until college that I began writing plays and screenplays. John Wisniewski: Any favorite screenwriters and directors? Jim Uhls: I don't really like to
James Newton Howard On NEWS OF THE WORLD Film Score “I used ancient instruments…basically instruments from the 17th and 18th century, like viola da gambas, cello d’amores, and gut string fiddles.”
Interview by Paul Salfen With well over 100 film scores under his belt, legendary composer James Newton Howard is almost automatically in awards discussions this time of year and while it’s always well-deserved, his score for News Of The World, the new film directed by Paul Greengass starring Tom Hanks seems to be at the
Dallas International Guitar Festival To Feature Tesla’s Frank Hannon With Debut Of J.T. Loux May 1st
Interview by Paul Salfen Musician J.T Loux will be playing his debut performance supporting his mentor and Producer, Frank Hannon of TESLA, at the Dallas International Guitar Festival on Saturday, May 1. J.T pulls inspiration from modern bands such as Jack White, Royal Blood, Foo Fighters, Queens of the Stone Age, Dirty Honey and Rival
Dallas International Guitar Festival To Feature Tesla’s Frank Hannon With Debut Of J.T. Loux May 1st
Interview by Paul Salfen Musician J.T Loux will be playing his debut performance supporting his mentor and Producer, Frank Hannon of TESLA, at the Dallas International Guitar Festival on Saturday, May 1. J.T pulls inspiration from modern bands such as Jack White, Royal Blood, Foo Fighters, Queens of the Stone Age, Dirty Honey and Rival
MR BIG’S ERIC MARTIN (Interview) Coming to Katy, TX and Ft. Worth April 23rd and 24th
Interview by Paul Salfen It's the 30th anniversary of the release of the classic album "Lean Into It!" The original music video of "To Be With You" is now newly restored in 4K, and Paul talks to Mr. Big Singer Eric Martin, who tells us all about it in this candid and funny interview.
Acclaimed Composer Howard Shore: On Composing Scores For FUNNY BOY, Insight Into Creative Process
Interview by Paul Salfen Paul Salfen talks to Grammy, Academy and, Golden Globe award-winning director Howard Shore about scoring FUNNY BOY and where or who Shore goes to find inspiration for his many works. Directed by critically acclaimed, Oscar-nominated director Deepa Mehta (“Water”) and shot on location in Sri Lanka, FUNNY BOY, now streaming on
Top Film Composer Henry Jackman Demonstrates Some Samples, Talks New Release for CHERRY
Interview by Paul Salfen Henry Jackman has established himself as one of today’s top composers by fusing his classical training with his experience as a successful record producer and creator of electronic music. “I’ve spent a lot of time working in the record industry,” says Jackman, “and for my money being a film composer is
Buffalo Springfield’s Richie Furay and Country Star John Berry Talk About Their Biggest Hits And The Hail Mary Moments That Launched Their Careers
Interview by Paul Salfen Paul Salfen sits down to talk with Richie Furay (Founding member of Buffalo Springfield, Poco, Souther Hillman Furay Band) and country superstar John Berry about their wild and storied careers, throat cancer, God, how Tanya Tucker nearly had the song that launched John Berry (Your Love Is Amazing, which has been
Acclaimed Composer Howard Shore: On Composing Scores For FUNNY BOY, Insight Into Creative Process
Interview by Paul Salfen Paul Salfen talks to Grammy, Academy and, Golden Globe award-winning director Howard Shore about scoring FUNNY BOY and where or who Shore goes to find inspiration for his many works. Directed by critically acclaimed, Oscar-nominated director Deepa Mehta (“Water”) and shot on location in Sri Lanka, FUNNY BOY, now streaming on
Top Film Composer Henry Jackman Demonstrates Some Samples, Talks New Release for CHERRY
Interview by Paul Salfen Henry Jackman has established himself as one of today’s top composers by fusing his classical training with his experience as a successful record producer and creator of electronic music. “I’ve spent a lot of time working in the record industry,” says Jackman, “and for my money being a film composer is
Buffalo Springfield’s Richie Furay and Country Star John Berry Talk About Their Biggest Hits And The Hail Mary Moments That Launched Their Careers
Interview by Paul Salfen Paul Salfen sits down to talk with Richie Furay (Founding member of Buffalo Springfield, Poco, Souther Hillman Furay Band) and country superstar John Berry about their wild and storied careers, throat cancer, God, how Tanya Tucker nearly had the song that launched John Berry (Your Love Is Amazing, which has been
Acclaimed Composer Howard Shore: On Composing Scores For FUNNY BOY, Insight Into Creative Process
Interview by Paul Salfen Paul Salfen talks to Grammy, Academy and, Golden Globe award-winning director Howard Shore about scoring FUNNY BOY and where or who Shore goes to find inspiration for his many works. Directed by critically acclaimed, Oscar-nominated director Deepa Mehta (“Water”) and shot on location in Sri Lanka, FUNNY BOY, now streaming on
Top Film Composer Henry Jackman Demonstrates Some Samples, Talks New Release for CHERRY
Interview by Paul Salfen Henry Jackman has established himself as one of today’s top composers by fusing his classical training with his experience as a successful record producer and creator of electronic music. “I’ve spent a lot of time working in the record industry,” says Jackman, “and for my money being a film composer is
Buffalo Springfield’s Richie Furay and Country Star John Berry Talk About Their Biggest Hits And The Hail Mary Moments That Launched Their Careers
Interview by Paul Salfen Paul Salfen sits down to talk with Richie Furay (Founding member of Buffalo Springfield, Poco, Souther Hillman Furay Band) and country superstar John Berry about their wild and storied careers, throat cancer, God, how Tanya Tucker nearly had the song that launched John Berry (Your Love Is Amazing, which has been
