Interviews
Amy Nicholson captures the human spirit in the upcoming documentary ‘Happy Campers’ – Interview
HAPPY CAMPERS chronicles the final days of a working-class summer colony in a scrappy trailer park that just happens to hold the secret to a rich life. In a waterfront campground off the coast of Virginia, residents spend their summers living spitting distance apart in rust-bitten RVs. They chuckle about the modest rent they pay for a million-dollar location, but what makes them the luckiest people in the world is more than just stunning sunsets, it’s the community they’ve created. I sit down with director Amy Nicholson about her inspiration for capturing what can only be desctibed as the modern day American dream.
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Beneath cliched trailer park stereotypes lies an unlikely utopia where all are welcome. Neighbors help each other out and share everything from power tools to simple pleasures. Loneliness and isolation are inconceivable. When their affordable paradise is sold to developers, the residents brace for eviction and the loss of friendships that span generations. They hold tight to their final days in the sun. The well-heeled crowd that takes their place will never be as wealthy.
Amy Nicholson is a New York-based filmmaker and commercial director whose projects often explore the essence of Americana with a humorous eye and a warm respect for her subjects. Nicholson’s most recent documentary, a short, titled Pickle, won multiple audience awards, was selected for The New York Times’ Op Docs, and was featured on the Criterion Collection alongside Errol Morris’ Gates of Heaven. Pickle was also nominated for an IDA Award and Cinema Eye Honors. Nicholson has produced and directed several features. Zipper: Coney Island’s Last Wild Ride won the Special Jury Prize at DOCNYC and was held over twice at the IFC Center. Muskrat Lovely premiered at the Hamptons International Film Festival and was broadcast on Independent Lens. Nicholson’s films have screened at Hot Docs, Sheffield, Full Frame, DOK Leipzig, BFI London, Camden, Traverse City, Rooftop Films, and the MoMA. They have been reviewed by Variety, Indiewire, The Hollywood Reporter, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times.
In this interview, we sit down with Jade Ramirez to talk about her dynamic career across television and film. Jade opens up about her work on the HBO DC Comics series Lanterns, her role in Katie’s Mom, and her extensive dubbing work on Spanish-language films.
We dive into her creative process, what it’s like working within the DC universe, how she approaches emotionally grounded roles, and the unique challenges of voice and dubbing work across cultures. Whether you’re a fan of prestige TV, indie film, or international cinema, this conversation offers a fascinating look at Jade’s versatility and craft.
We sit down with Jarrett Austin Brown to talk about his role on the hit NBC comedy series Stumble. In this interview, Jarrett opens up about bringing his character Dimarcus to life, his experience working with this hilarious cast, and what drew him to the story. He also shares behind-the-scenes insights from set, what he’s learned from the vets on set, and what audiences can expect as the series unfolds.
Whether you’re a fan of cheerleading, interested in acting and television, or just love hearing directly from rising talent, this conversation offers a great look into Jarrett’s journey and creative process.
Don’t forget to catch STUMBLE on Peacock or Fridays on NBC.
Synopsis: A mockumentary about the ridiculously high stakes competitive world of junior college cheer.
Interviews
Wishes, Wizards, and Self-Discovery: Emanuela Galliussi & Dean Ronalds on their film ‘Zoe’ – Interview
Emanuela Galliussi and Dean Ronalds are the dynamic duo behind the fantastical comedy, Zoe. In our chat the two describe the origins for the project, how Emanuela found the essence of her character, and which other films/directors inspire their work. The next public screening of Zoe takes place during the Dances with Films Festivial this Friday at 2:45pm at the Regal Union Square Theater in New York City.
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Synopsis: Zoe, an Italian woman, has all the things that should make a person happy, unfortunately she’s not. On Mardi Gras a little boy dressed as a wizard grants her a wish at three chances to live the life she’s always yearned for. If she doesn’t find it, she’ll be stuck with him forever. In the following three days Zoe discovers herself living in Ibiza, London and Paris experiencing three new lifestyles, new lovers and completely different Zoes. Although she doesn’t find exactly what she’s looking for, she’ll soon realize she has found much more. On this magical journey she’ll reconnect with her inner child finding a balance between body, mind and spirit. On returning home from her magical adventure of “what if”, this Zoe begins to live anew. She, once again, meets the little wizard only to discover his magic was much more than she could have ever imagined. Free for the first time, Zoe starts this new chapter of her life quite possibly stuck with the little wizard forever. #ZoeMovie #DancesWithFilms #Film
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