Hosted by Srishti Chhabria & Amber Payne · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 51 episodes
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Welcome to Cinematic Alchemy, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of transforming ideas from page to screen. Join me, Srishti Chhabria and my co-host, Amber Payne, as we unravel the mysteries of video production, sharing the gritty, honest insights we've gathered from years in the industry. Whether you're an entrepreneurial spirit or just curious about what goes on behind the camera, we're here to demystify the process and equip you with the knowledge to create visual masterpieces. We can’t wait for you to join us on this exciting journey!Produced and Hosted by Srishti Chhabria & Amber Payne.Music by Samuel GR MorganArtwork by Ellie Costello
Srishti Chhabria & Amber Payne hosts Cinematic Alchemy, a arts show with 51 episodes published.
We’ve hit 50 episodes, and exactly one year since the podcast launched. This episode is a bit of a heart to heart. No guests, no case studies, just us reflecting on the wild ride of building this show, growing our career
In this episode, we’re taking you behind the scenes of our latest project. We explain what an ident is (those quick sponsor clips before a TV show), why they’re harder to make than they look, and how we managed to tell a
In this episode, we’re diving into the behind-the-scenes of creating promotional book trailers for Lisa Jewell’s Don’t Let Him In. We share how our team turned this gripping crime thriller into cinematic teasers without
This week on the podcast, we’re continuing our deep dive into short form filmmaking with Harry Norton. We talk about the emotional themes, the early writing process, and what it’s like to move from a loose idea to a full
This week, we’re talking about short form filmmaking with returning guest Harry Norton. From micro shorts to five-minute narratives, we explore what makes these projects both uniquely difficult and completely essential f
In this episode, we dive into something we both love talking about mise en scène - the mood, the energy, the intention behind what we see on screen. If you’ve ever wondered how filmmakers create a world that just feels r
We’re back for part two of our deep dive into the softer (but no less vital) side of filmmaking - leadership, management, and all things organisation. If you’ve ever wondered how to strike the balance between managing a
Ever found yourself in a creative project thinking, “Wait, why is this so chaotic?” You’re not alone. In this episode, we dive into the behind-the-scenes magic that makes film projects actually function - communication,
This week, we’re chatting with Millan, the writer and director of Nothing But Blue, a powerful short film. Millan takes us behind the scenes of his emotionally gripping story about two Jewish people hiding during the Hol
In this episode, we’re joined by composer and filmmaker John Parr for a heartfelt conversation about storytelling, music, and representation in film. John shares the inspiration behind his latest project Pack of Five, wh
In this episode, we're diving into the magical - and often chaotic - world of book-to-screen adaptations. From the faithful beauty of The Lord of the Rings to the… loosely inspired World War Z, we’re breaking down what m
Let’s talk about diversity in casting - beyond the tick boxes and token roles. In this episode, we get into what real representation actually looks like in film and TV, why it matters for storytelling, and how authentici
In this week’s episode, Amber and I continue our no-fluff chat about casting - what’s working, what still needs work, and the invisible stuff no one tells you about until you're in it. We’re talking about the emotional t
In this episode, we are pulling back the curtain on the casting process - warts, wonders, awkward self-tapes, and all. From open casting calls that start at 4am to the power of a well-timed chemistry read, we’re sharing
In this nostalgic-meets-nerdy episode, we go all in on one of our favourite filmmaking obsessions: practical effects. From the animatronic shark in Jaws to painted backdrops, set illusions, and that iconic roller-skating
Ever wondered how actors make stage fights look so real without actually getting hurt? In this episode, we chat with fight and intimacy director Robin Hellier, who pulls back the curtain on what really goes into choreogr
What happens when the police stop using scare tactics and start using humour? In this episode, we break down New Zealand’s “Legend” campaign, an anti-drink driving ad that ditched the doom and gloom for Kiwi comedy - and
In this week’s episode, we break down the infamous Snickers Super Bowl commercial that digitally resurrected Marilyn Monroe - except this time, she’s hangry and played by Willem Dafoe. It’s a bold, bizarre, and undeniabl
The Oscars are more than just a night of glitz and glamour—they’re a reflection of the ever-evolving film industry. In this episode, we unpack the highlights of the 97th Academy Awards, from surprise wins to historic mom
What makes a great social awareness campaign actually work? In this episode, we break down Hindustan Unilever’s award-winning short film, "The Shower", the first advertisement to win a National Film Award in India. Throu
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