Episode #14
Backpay
Sep 23, 20261h 9mS1
Host Mike Gallant speaks on his experience writing/directing/starring/producing/editing the new film BACKPAY which drops on October 2nd digitally in the US/UK and worldwide on November 6th.
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The Film Element
Hosted by Mike Gallant · arts · EN-US · 14 episodes
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About this Podcast:
Where real filmmakers give insight into the industry without Hollywood PR fluff.
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Who hosts The Film Element?
The Film Element is hosted by Mike Gallant. The show has published 14 episodes to date.
What has The Film Element covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Backpay" (23 September 2026, 69 minutes), "Interview: Jay Reid" (15 July 2026, 54 minutes), and "Film Review (Retro) - Armageddon" (16 June 2026, 46 minutes).
How often does The Film Element publish?
The Film Element publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 46 minutes across 14 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Film Element?
Booking probability for The Film Element is 37%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Film Element requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Film Element's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for The Film Element are Film & Video. The Film Element has an arts audience.
About the host
Mike Gallant hosts The Film Element, an arts show with 14 episodes published.
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Interview: Jay Reid
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Film Review - The Backrooms
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Episode #5
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Interview: Dwain Murphy
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Episode #3
Film Review: Sway
Feb 18, 202635 minS1<p>I had the pleasure of attending the premiere screening of "Sway" at the Yonge-Dundas Cineplex to a sold out theatre. I speak on indy filmmaking and my thoughts/review of the film itself.</p>
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Seedance 2.0: When Machines Call “Action”
Feb 12, 202643 minS1<p>Host Mike Gallant raises the alarm on China's new "Seedance" AI video platform and debates whether this the beginning or the end of film as we know it.</p>
Episode #1
The Film Element - Pilot
Feb 9, 202627 minS1<p>In this opening episode, Mike Gallant, the host of The Film Element, introduces audiences to the podcast and its "mandate" which is that there really is no mandate. Mike Gallant talks his history in the film industry...
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