Inner Circle Podcast - Director Rudy Mancuso: Creativity, Música, and Synesthesia

Get $20 off you first month to the Filmmakers Academy with PROMO CODE: FAPOD20This episode is proudly lit exclusively by Nanlux-Nanlite Lights and sponsored by B&H and Hollyland.Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Filmmakers Academy Podcast! Take advantage of monthly virtual group coaching, networking events, as well as new content released weekly by becoming a member today. Join today and get $50 off your first year of Annual All Access by using the promo code FAPOD50. And join the #1 resource for cinematographers, film crews, and Do-It-All filmmakers!Follow this link for more information: https://bit.ly/4aBuY9kIn this episode of the Inner Circle podcast, the multi-talented Rudy Mancuso visits the studio to discuss his directorial debut, Música. Premiering at the esteemed South by Southwest Film Festival and now available for audiences to experience on Amazon Prime Video, Música marks a significant landmark in Rudy's creative journey.This episode is co-chaired by Lydia Hurlbut, Brendan Sweeney, and, of course, Director of Photography Shane Hurlbut, ASC, who created the visual language of Rudy’s musically driven film, guided by his unique condition of ‘synesthesia.’The conversation navigates through the rich tapestry of themes woven into Musica, including self-expression and authenticity. Rudy and Shane explore the fascinating intersection of filmmaking, music, and synesthesia, offering listeners a unique insight into the creative process behind a musical film.Throughout the episode, Rudy and Shane share candid insights into the development and execution of Musica, shedding light on the collaborative effort that brought Rudy's vision to life. From discussing the creative decisions involved in filmmaking to highlighting specific techniques employed during production, they provide valuable nuggets of wisdom for aspiring filmmakers.Gear choices and technical aspects of the filmmaking process are also on the agenda, as Rudy and Shane offer glimpses into their respective approaches to crafting a cinematic experience. Moreover, Rudy opens up about his personal journey as a creative navigating the unique landscape of synesthesia, offering a peek into how this condition influences his creative process.Tune in to the episode now for an enriching conversation that promises to inspire and ignite your passion for filmmaking!Stream Música on Amazon Prime Video:https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0CL3528NL/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r About Música: The film unfolds a coming-of-age journey when a synesthetic aspiring creator in Newark, New Jersey grapples with the melodies haunting his mind. Amidst the pressures of love, family, and his Brazilian heritage, he must harmonize his passions to compose a future that resonates with authenticity.More from Shane Hurlbut, ASC for cinematographers and do-it-all filmmakers:-

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