Kingdom of Dreams Podcast

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  EP 309 - The Heroism and Resiliency of 911' - Director - Michael Gier 05.08.2026 50min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with award-winning filmmaker Michael Gier to discuss his powerful documentary The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11: From Tragedy to Triumph. Michael shares the stories of extraordinary courage, compassion, and resilience that emerged from one of history’s darkest days. We explore the contrast between the response on Wall Street and among the homeless community, the inspiring story of a Muslim...
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  EP 308 - Producer Eric Watson' - 'The Fountain' 03.08.2026 49min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with producer Eric Watson to discuss the making of Darren Aronofsky’s epic science fiction drama The Fountain. Eric shares the remarkable journey of bringing the film to the screen, including its early development with Brad Pitt attached to star, the challenges of a shrinking budget, and how the production evolved into the version audiences know today. We also explore the often-overlooked re...
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  EP 307 - Filming 'The Devil's Mouth' - Cinematographer - James Kniest 27.07.2026 42min

  Tell us what you though of the episode Amazon Prime - The Devil's Mouth - Amazon Prime - July 29th - https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0STZE8PTP4X3KY6LTBU93B8OE1 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with cinematographer James Kniest to discuss his work on the underwater survival thriller The Devil’s Mouth. James shares what it was like collaborating with director Jeff Wadlow to create the film’s tense and immersive visual style, balancing suspense with the challe...
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  EP 306 - 'Night Nurse' - Director and Actresses - Press Day 16.07.2026 20min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with director Georgia Bernstein and actresses Mimi Rogers and Cemre Paksoy to discuss their new psychological drama, Night Nurse. Georgia shares the creative influences behind the film, including the work of David Cronenberg and Atom Egoyan, and how those inspirations helped shape its unsettling tone, visual style, and emotional atmosphere. We also explore the process of balancing suspense w...
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  EP 305 - 'I Love Boosters' - Cinematographer Natasha Braier 10.07.2026 1u 19min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Natasha Braier, ASC, whose remarkable body of work includes The Neon Demon, Honey Boy, Gloria Bell, and the upcoming feature I Love Boosters. Natasha takes us behind the visual language of I Love Boosters, discussing how she worked with the director to translate the film’s unique vision into striking imagery. We explore the creative conversations that shaped t...
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  EP 304 - Set Decorator - 'Napoleon', 'Gladiator 2' & AI 08.07.2026 1u 23min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed set decorator Elli Griff, whose extraordinary career has helped bring some of cinema’s most iconic worlds to life, including Napoleon, Gladiator II, Gladiator, Edge of Tomorrow, Glass Onion, and A.I. Artificial Intelligence. Elli takes us behind the scenes of creating the richly detailed environments that make these films feel authentic and immersive. We discuss working with ...
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  EP 303 - Cinematographer - Celiana Cárdenas - 'Cape Fear' - Apple TV + 03.07.2026 51min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed cinematographer Celiana Cárdenas, whose impressive career spans feature films, television, and documentaries, including the highly anticipated Apple TV+ series Cape Fear. Celiana takes me behind the lens of the new 10-episode reimagining of Cape Fear, inspired by the classic film directed by Martin Scorsese. She discusses developing the visual language of the series, the ligh...
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  EP 302 - Editor Christopher Nelson - 'Lost', 'West Wing' & 'Sx Feet Under' 01.07.2026 1u 5min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed editor Christopher Nelson, whose remarkable television career includes iconic series such as The West Wing, Lost, and Six Feet Under. Christopher shares stories from behind the edit suite on some of television’s most celebrated dramas, discussing how editing shapes performances, builds suspense, and defines the emotional rhythm of a series. We explore his work on these ground...
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  EP 301 - Production Designer - James Bissell - 'E.T.', 'Jumanji', '300', 'Rocketeer' 29.06.2026 1u 9min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed production designer James D. Bissell, whose extraordinary career has helped shape beloved films including E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, The Rocketeer, Jumanji, and 300. James takes us behind the scenes of designing some of cinema’s most iconic worlds, sharing how he landed these landmark projects and the creative challenges that came with bringing each one to life. From the sub...
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  EP 300 - 'The Rocketeer' - Screenwriter - Danny Bilson 14.05.2026 53min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with screenwriter Danny Bilson for a fascinating conversation about the making of the cult classic adventure film The Rocketeer. Danny shares the incredible story behind how the film came to life, the journey of bringing the beloved comic book to the screen, and how director Joe Johnston eventually came on board to shape its timeless visual style and spirit of old Hollywood adventure. We a...
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  EP 299 - 'Body of Lies' - Set Decorator - Sonja Klaus 11.05.2026 54min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down once again with set decorator Sonja Klaus for another fascinating conversation about her adventures working alongside legendary director Ridley Scott. This time, we dive into the making of Body of Lies starring Russell Crowe and Leonardo DiCaprio. Sonja shares fun behind the scenes stories from the production, the challenges of building believable worlds across multiple locations, and what ...
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  EP 298 - Requiem for a Dream - Producer - Eric Watson 08.05.2026 51min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with producer Eric Watson for a fascinating conversation about the making of Darren Aronofsky’s cult classics Pi and Requiem for a Dream. Eric takes us behind the scenes of the early days of independent filmmaking, sharing stories about the unexpected success of Pi, the risks involved in getting the film made, and how its breakout reception changed everything overnight. We also dive deep i...
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  EP 297 - Secrets of the Bees - Director Nadége Laici 10.04.2026 45min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Nadége Laici, director of Secrets of the Bees, for a fascinating conversation about bringing the hidden world of bees to life. Nadége takes us behind the scenes of crafting a film that blends education with cinematic storytelling, sharing how the team approached capturing bee behavior in ways rarely seen before. She breaks down the technical innovations and filming techniques that allow...
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  EP 296 - Decorating 'Bridgerton' Series - Natalie Papageorgiadis 08.04.2026 46min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with Natalie Papageorgiadis for a fascinating conversation about set decoration on the Netflix series Bridgerton. Natalie takes us behind the scenes of crafting the show’s rich and immersive interiors, sharing how each space is carefully designed to reflect character, status, and emotion. She breaks down key moments from various episodes, revealing how subtle details in set decoration help ...
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  EP 295 - Directing 'The Dinosaurs' - Netflix - Steven Spielberg 06.04.2026 42min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with editors Jolyon Sutcliffe and Joe Fereday to talk about their work on The Dinosaurs. They share insights into shaping a series that blends real-world natural history with VFX-driven storytelling, and the challenges of balancing authenticity with spectacle. We discuss the differences between cutting traditional nature documentaries and hybrid VFX formats, their collaborative process, and ...
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  EP 294 - The Making of 'Gladiator 2' - Author & Filmmaker - John Walsh 03.04.2026 46min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with author John Walsh to talk about his book Gladiator II: The Making of Ridley Scott’s Epic Sequel. John shares the unique access he had to the production of Gladiator II, offering insight into the vision of Ridley Scott, the scale of its VFX, and stories from behind the scenes. We also discuss his writing process, how he approached documenting such a massive film, and his broader work as ...
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  EP 293 - 'The Dinosaurs' - Cinematographer - Jamie Mcpherson - Steven Spielberg 20.03.2026 41min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with cinematographer Jamie McPherson to talk about his work on The Dinosaurs, executive produced by Steven Spielberg for Netflix. Jamie shares his approach to crafting the show’s visual palette, using light and shadow to bring a sense of scale and realism to a world that blends live action with cutting-edge visual effects. We dive into the challenges of shooting alongside extensive VFX, co...
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  EP 292 - Cutting 'Nuremberg' - Editor Tom Eagles - Starring Russell Crowe 18.03.2026 53min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with film editor Tom Eagles to talk about Nuremberg, directed by James Vanderbilt. Tom shares how he shaped the film’s powerful narrative by weaving in historical footage and allowing key moments to breathe, holding on tension rather than cutting away too quickly. We discuss the challenges of working with extensive coverage, and how his collaboration with Vanderbilt helped sculpt a story th...
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  EP 291 - Editing 'Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die' - Craig Wood 16.03.2026 46min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with film editor Craig Wood to talk about the sci fi film Good Luck Have Fun Don’t Die, directed by Gore Verbinski. Craig shares insights into the editing process and the technical challenges of shaping the film’s pace and structure. We also discuss the deeper themes of technology, violence, and the digital world we live in today. It is a thoughtful conversation about filmmaking, storytelli...
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  EP 290 - 'Directing 'Bridgerton' Finale - Anya Adams 14.03.2026 52min

  Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I sit down with director Anya Adams for a wonderful conversation about directing the powerful Episodes 7 and 8 finale of the Netflix series Bridgerton. Anya takes us behind the scenes of crafting the emotional climax of the season, sharing how she approached blocking complex scenes, collaborating closely with actors and the creative team, and balancing the visual elegance the show is known for with str...