Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, Pizza Film School is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking process and spreads some love to the Russo Bro...
HOW TO SCORE ICONIC SCENES FROM AVENGERS: ENDGAME – WITH ALAN SILVESTRI – S3 EP 7
Legendary composer Alan Silvestri joins Anthony and Joe Russo at Pizza Film School to break down the unforgettable music behind Avengers: Infinity War, Endgame, Back to the Future, Forrest Gump, and more. Alan Silvestri opens up about his earliest days composing with a pencil and paper, why empathy is essential for film music, and how his themes became emotional landmarks in the MCU. This one’s a masterclass in cinematic scoring. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/xPeBl6p83V4 FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Instagram: @TheRussoBrothers @AGBOfilms #PizzaFilmSchool #agbofilms ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, “Pizza Film School” is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production. 00:00 - Intro: Welcome to Pizza Film School 01:06 - Meet Alan Silvestri 01:45 - Alan Silvestri on Winemaking and Red Ranger Syrah 03:00 - Alan’s Musical Origin Story 05:25 - Composing Process: From Guitar to Orchestra 06:34 - Scoring Like a Sculptor 08:00 - Finding the Emotion in Film 09:38 - Creating the Avengers Theme 11:30 - Learning Storytelling Through Music 13:00 - Composing Through Empathy 14:39 - Advice for Young Composers 16:00 - How the Russos Met Alan Silvestri 17:00 - Breaking Down the Portal Scene in Endgame 21:00 - Using Music to Build an Emotional Arc 24:33 - Cap’s Return in Infinity War 27:00 - Leading the Audience with Music 29:00 - Thanos’ Emotional Victory and the Retirement Cue 33:00 - Final Notes and Thanos’ Ending Explained 36:00 - Audience Reactions and Scoring for Opera 38:00 - From Temp Music to Final Score 40:45 - Silvestri on Collaboration and Creative Direction 42:54 - Alan’s Career Advice: Know Your Role 47:00 - Gratitude, Legacy, and the Magic of Music 50:00 - Final Cheers and Farewell
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HOW TO MASTER CINEMATIC VISUAL STORYTELLING - WITH GEOFF HALEY - S3 EP 6
Get exclusive insights from Geoff Haley, the visionary cinematographer behind Avengers: Endgame's legendary scenes, Joker, Cherry, and Fast & Furious, as he reveals the secrets behind creating gripping action sequences and emotionally impactful visual storytelling with Anthony and Joe Russo. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/zjS7FWCldf8 FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Instagram: @TheRussoBrothers @AGBOfilms #PizzaFilmSchool #agbofilms ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, “Pizza Film School” is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production. 01:04 Meet Geoff Haley: Award-Winning Camera Operator 06:56 Insane American Beauty Filming Story 10:49 Geoff Haley Defines His "Imaginary Rectangle" 12:52 Geoff Haley: How I Prep for Filming Movies 15:42 Prepping Dramatic vs Action Scenes 17:46 How Geoff Haley Collaborates With Actors 19:43 Secrets to Great Cinematographer Relationships 21:23 Avengers: Endgame Tokyo Scene Secrets Revealed 27:24 Filming Rain Scenes: Hollywood’s Hidden Truth 29:14 Geoff’s On-Set Injury Story From Endgame! 30:07 Inside Avengers: Endgame’s Epic Funeral Shot 33:04 Psychology & Cinematography: Geoff’s Mind Trick 36:03 Geoff’s Unique Musical Filming Technique 38:09 Breaking Down Cherry’s Powerful Opening Scene 44:23 How Geoff Haley Films Green Screen Scenes
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How The Electric State and Blade Runner 2049 Were Built by an Oscar Winner! DENNIS GASSNER - S3 EP 5
Some of the most visually stunning films of all time—The Truman Show, Skyfall, 1917—owe their immersive environments to Dennis Gassner. On this episode of Pizza Film School, Anthony and Joe Russo sit down with the master designer to explore how he approaches storytelling through set design, how color and shape influence emotion, and why his first job on Apocalypse Now changed everything. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/r3SJaSwsIqs FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Instagram: @TheRussoBrothers @AGBOfilms #PizzaFilmSchool #agbofilms ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, “Pizza Film School” is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production. 02:06 How Lawrence of Arabia Made Dennis Gassner a Filmmaker 03:23 Designing for Apocalypse Now – His First Big Break 05:21 Seeing His Work on Screen for the First Time in Apocalypse Now 06:26 The Hidden Story Behind the Apocalypse Now Poster 08:21 What It’s Like Designing for The Godfather Team 10:00 Creating the World of Field of Dreams – The Power of Smell 12:30 Pitching Miller’s Crossing to the Coen Brothers in One Word 16:24 How Architecture Inspired The Truman Show & 1917 19:30 Designing the Cinematic World of Skyfall 23:09 How the Nightclub Scene in The Gray Man Was Built 24:00 The Power of Color in Blade Runner 2049 & The Gray Man 29:21 Designing Laszlo’s Apartment – The Spider’s Web Concept 31:32 How the Gray Man Château Was Found and Designed 35:01 The One Movie That Changed His Career Forever 36:02 The Best Advice for Future Filmmakers 36:31 The One Genre He’s Dying to Design For 37:10 Bringing The Electric State to Life
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BREAKING DOWN THE COSTUME DESIGN OF MARVEL & HARRY POTTER - JUDIANNA MAKOVSKY - S3 EP 4
Ever wondered how Captain America’s stealth suit was created? Or why Katniss’s flame dress was intentionally toned down? From the wizard robes of Harry Potter to the battle-ready suits of Avengers: Endgame, Judianna Makovsky has shaped some of the most memorable looks in film history. In this episode of Pizza Film School, she breaks down her creative process with the Russo Brothers, sharing behind-the-scenes stories about Marvel, The Hunger Games, The Gray Man, Harry Potter, and beyond! FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Instagram: @TheRussoBrothers @AGBOfilms #PizzaFilmSchool #agbofilms ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, “Pizza Film School” is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.
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How Hollywood's Biggest Blockbusters REALLY Get Made - CHRIS CASTALDI - S3 EP 3
Ever wonder what it takes to run the set of the biggest movies in Hollywood? Chris Castaldi, the man behind the smooth operation of Iron Man, Avengers: Endgame, Jurassic World, and Pirates of the Caribbean, joins the Russo Brothers to talk about how he got his start, the pressures of managing massive film sets, and what really happens behind the scenes on blockbuster productions. 🍕🎥 WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/tL-zsiVgC2A 02:02 - How Chris Castaldi Got Into the Film Industry 03:00 - The INSANE Ron Howard Story That Launched His Career 06:30 - Breaking Into Big-Budget Blockbusters 09:00 - The Role of an Assistant Director on Set 10:30 - Why Communication is the Key to Running a Film Set 12:00 - Managing the Massive Cast of *Avengers: Endgame* 14:00 - Working With Robert Downey Jr. & Chris Evans on Set 17:00 - The Most Expensive Shot in Movie History (*Avengers: Endgame* Funeral Scene) 19:30 - How They Kept Tony Stark’s Funeral a Secret from the Cast 21:00 - The Complexity of Filming *Avengers: Infinity War* and *Endgame* Back-to-Back 25:00 - How to Keep a Film Set Running Smoothly Under Pressure 27:00 - Chris Castaldi’s Most Stressful Day on Set 29:00 - Behind the Scenes of *Jurassic World* & *Pirates of the Caribbean* 30:30 - Why Chris Castaldi Always Starts Productions With Huge Scenes 32:00 - The Secret to Managing Massive VFX & Stunt Sequences 37:00 - The Wildest Hollywood Memorabilia Collection Ever 39:00 - Chris Castaldi’s Dream Projects: *Star Wars* & *James Bond* 41:00 - The Ultimate *Avengers: Endgame* Cast-Signed Poster Gift 46:30 - Final Words: Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Instagram: @TheRussoBrothers @AGBOfilms #PizzaFilmSchool #AGBOFilms ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, “Pizza Film School” is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.
Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, Pizza Film School is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking process and spreads some love to the Russo Brothers’ favorite films, filmmakers, and local pizzerias. Class is in session with the Russos as they dive deep behind-the-scenes with some of the industry’s top filmmakers, all while enjoying a slice or two of pizza. An AGBO Production.
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