The Making Of
"The Making Of" explores the creative pros behind-the-scenes of today's top films and TV shows.
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Director Kate Dolan on Crafting “SOULM8TE,” Part of the M3GAN Universe, Produced by James Wan
In this episode, we talk with director Kate Dolan about SOULM8TE, the latest addition to the M3GAN universe, produced by James Wan. Kate, whose previous work includes the acclaimed horror feature You Are Not My Mother, takes us inside the m...
Industry News, Events, Vimeo Film Grant, & More
Hey everyone! This week, we’re sharing a roundup of what’s happening across the industry—from upcoming events and film festivals to the Vimeo Short Film Grant, and a few other things worth having on your radar.
“The Making Of” is pr...
“Futurama” Showrunner David X. Cohen on the New Season, Collaborating with Matt Groening, & More
In this episode, we welcome four-time Emmy Award winner David X. Cohen, co-creator, executive producer and head writer of Futurama. David takes us inside the making of the iconic animated series, from its origins and his longtime collaborat...
Inside IBC 2026: Aputure, OWC, Kino Flo, & More
We’re excited to share these exclusive interviews from IBC 2026 in Amsterdam, produced in collaboration with our friends at Cinematography World.
A big thank you to Aputure, OWC, Kino Flo, MRMC, and Creamsource for helping sponsor this spe...
“Mayday” Directors John Francis Daley & Jonathan Goldstein on Making the Apple TV Film
In this episode of The Making Of, we’re joined by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the writer-director team behind Vacation, Game Night, and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, to go behind the scenes of their latest film, Ap...
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