Welcome to Help! I’m a Camerd Nerd. - the ultimate podcast for film fanatics, technology enthusiasts, and unabashed geeks! Join us on a wild ride through the ever-evolving world of film technology, where imagination meets innovation and the lines between reality and the silver screen blur. In each episode, your hosts, Help I’m a Nerd and Films by AW, don their virtual capes and dive deep into the exciting realm of film tech. But fear not, dear listeners, this podcast is not all technical jar ...
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Blackmagic are at it again! Ursa Cine and Pyxis 6K - Episode 17
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45:18We're back! After a hiatus, we're diving into some post-NAB 2024 analysis. This episode dissects Blackmagic Design's exciting camera announcements: the Pyxis 6K and the Ursa Cine 12K. Is the Pyxis 6K the Blackmagic Camera we've all been waiting for? Tune in as Mark and Anderson geek out over everything Blackmagic!Happy Listening. You can follow the…
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After a short break, Anderson and Mark are back to discuss what they've been up to in the world of cinematography. This week, they're talking about their recent experience testing the brand new Kinefinity Mavo LF Mark 2 camera. They share their thoughts on the camera's performance, features, and overall value in the market. They also discuss the ch…
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This week, Mark and Anderson talk with editor Lili Blot about filmmaking, working in the industry, managing clients, and whether it's okay to fix a film in post? This is one episode not to miss. Happy listening! You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/films_by_aw/ https://www.instagram.com/that_camera_ne…
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What’s a movie without music - Episode 14
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46:09This week, Anderson and Mark talk with composer Michael Tedstone about working with music in film, its importance, and what advice we have for filmmakers when making decisions about music for their projects. After all, music makes the darn movie. You can hear more of Michael’s work on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/7dI4ET5LoYuKWWyHM109ST?s…
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We’re actually video game nerds - Episode 13
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45:49This week, Mark and Anderson talk about their love of video games and how they have evolved. They discuss how video games have inspired their stories and how games have transformed into cinematic artforms in their own right. Happy Listening. You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/films_by_aw/ https://ww…
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This week, Anderson and Mark talk about the art of making short films. They discuss why they make them, what they most enjoy about the process, why every director should consider making one, and offer advice for aspiring filmmakers. You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/films_by_aw/ https://www.instagr…
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This week, Mark and Anderson discuss whether film school is still relevant today. Mark shares a little bit about his time at London Film School. He talks about why he went, the projects he worked on, and what he felt the main benefit was. And they both talk about what they would do if they had to do it all over again. Happy Listening. You can follo…
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This week, Anderson and Mark talk with Carl Yates, Head of Technical Marketing at PRO AV. They discuss a reseller's perspective on film industry trends and get his advice for filmmakers looking to invest or upgrade their kit. And they also learn a thing or two about camera reviews from the expert himself. Happy Listening. You can follow them on the…
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Some sound advice for Filmmakers - Episode 009
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50:25We have our first guest! This week, Mark and Anderson chat with location sound recordist and sound designer Kyle Martyn-Clark about his perspective as a sound recordist in the film industry. They discuss what he has learned along the way, what equipment has helped him, and what advice he would have for filmmakers who are just starting out. Happy li…
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This week, Mark and Anderson debate about shooting on film vs. shooting on digital cameras. Will the feeling of nostalgia win out over filming with 1s and 0s? Find out in this week's episode. Happy Listening. You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/films_by_aw/ https://www.instagram.com/that_camera_nerd/…
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This week, Mark and Anderson talk about shooting on film and they reminisce about the nostalgic sound of a film reel, cleaning the gate, and hoping they didn't accidentally expose a whole can of film. And at somepoint discuss the pros and cons of shooting the old fashion way. Happy Listening. You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagra…
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Episode 006 - The Final Showdown! Super 35mm vs Full Frame
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40:51Anderson and Mark, the dynamic duo of camera geekery, are back to settle the score once and for all: does sensor size matter? In this week's episode, they'll compare and contrast Super 35mm and full-frame digital cameras and discuss the pros and cons of each. They'll also share their personal experiences shooting with both types of cameras and help…
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Mark (Help I'm a Nerd) and Anderson (Films_by_AW) are back for another weekly chat. This week, they're discussing all things editing, from their early days using Final Cut Pro to the latest AI editing tools. They'll be sharing their insights on how the industry has changed over the years, and what the future holds for video editing You can follow t…
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Episode 004 - Ohhh, shiny new Camera? Should I Buy it or Rent it?
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37:31Mark (Help I'm a Nerd) and Anderson (Films_by_AW) are back for another weekly chat. In this episode, they discuss buying and renting equipment and which option has helped them the most in their careers so far. You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/films_by_aw/ https://www.instagram.com/that_camera_nerd…
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Mark (Help I’m a Nerd) and Anderson (Films_by_AW) are back for another weekly catch-up about filmmaking. This week, Mark talks about his experience with Red, and why, after selling his Scarlet in 2015, he decided to jump back in the Red ecosystem with a Komodo in 2023. Happy Listening. You can watch this week’s episode on this link: https://www.you…
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Episode 002 - There’s no way it’s this good; it must be Blackmagic (Design).
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51:08Anderson (Films by AW) and Mark (Help I’m a Nerd) continue their heart-to-heart career retrospect and deep dive into their discovery of Blackmagic Design, a company dedicated to making high-quality cameras and software for filmmakers as cheaply as possible. But enough of the press release, join us as we discuss how we use and why we love Blackmagic…
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Episode 001 - The Beginning of a Beautiful Podcast.
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1:33:26Anderson (Films by AW) and Mark (Help I’m a Nerd) chew the fat as they discuss how they got into film and the film technology journey that shaped the beginning of their careers. In this heart-to-heart career retrospect, they give their insights as they look at the past and future of the film industry and the technology that helped them make their w…
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