In this episode, Nigel speaks to writer, producer and star Josh Mann about his short film Frederick, which had its online premiere on the Cameo Launch Cinema Page. The film follows the titular character, an obsessive artist, seeking to capture attention with his latest installation that may be his masterpiece. As he works on this secretive project, young women start going missing, leading an NYPD detective to suspect Frederick of being behind it. Josh Mann discusses the origins of the project, his collaboration with the film’s director Traci Hays and the experience of juggling multiple roles including lead actor. You can watch Frederick for free on our Cinema Page here – https://www.cameolaunch.com/showcase1 You can also catch our review of Frederick here – https://www.cameolaunch.com/post/review-frederick Take a look at more of our highlighted short films on our Cinema Page – https://www.cameolaunch.com/cinema Check out our Featured Shorts Line Up featuring premium short films and short films on the festival circuit and subscribe for on demand access here – https://www.cameolaunch.com/subscribe Follow this link to check out more of our reviews of top-class short films – https://www.cameolaunch.com/reviews Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more trailers, reviews and interviews – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmxd_blePMabpWbeZK40GFg

Filmmaking duo Paul Holbrook and Sam Dawe return to the pod to discuss the success of their short films, horror short Hungry Joe and coming of age comedy Shiney. They also tease into their upcoming projects Hollow and Old Windows. Additionally, Sam and Paul engage in an insightful conversation about forging a career in the film industry while being from a working class background and the importance of community in creative endeavours. They also share their thoughts on what the broader perspectives and experiences of people from can bring to British cinema. You can watch Hungry Joe here - https://vimeo.com/499245401 (Warning - for mature viewers only) You can also watch Shiney here - https://vimeo.com/533942451 You can also check out the Shunk Films collection on our Cinema page as well as a broad selection of short films from across the online landscape - https://www.cameolaunch.com/cinema

Nigel sits down with Justin Robinson, writer and director of some of the most powerful short films we have reviewed including 'Guest of Honor' and 'Snowbirds'. He talks to us about his filmmaking journey including his 2020 documentary 'My Brother Jordan', which tells the story of the life and death of his late brother who passed away from cancer in 2008. Justin shares his philosophy that guides the stories he tells as well as personal experiences that shaped his journey. This is an earnest, honest and powerful conversation that you won’t want to miss. You can find our reviews to Justin’s films via the links below. My Brother Jordan - https://www.cameolaunch.com/post/review-my-brother-jordan Guest of Honor - https://www.cameolaunch.com/post/review-guest-of-honor Snowbirds - https://www.cameolaunch.com/post/review-snowbirds If you have been affected by loss or cancer or any of the topics discussed in this episode, you can find help through the services listed below. In the United States: American Cancer Society - https://www.cancer.org/ Cancer Community Support - https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/ In the United Kingdom: Macmillan Cancer Support Line - https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/get-help/emotional-help/macmillan-support-line Cancer Research UK - https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/

In this episode Nigel picks the brains of the director and writing team behind this stylish and exceptionally creative period comedy. Fully embracing the wackiness of the conspiracy theory that inspired the premise of Paul is Dead, writer/director George Moore and writers Stuart Armstrong and Ben Bovington-Key take us through the origins of the story as well as the challenges in shooting a period film in a rural area and attempting to capture the essence of one of the greatest bands in music history. You can watch Paul is Dead on our Cinema page - https://www.cameolaunch.com/cinema You can also see our review for Paul is Dead by George Mole here - https://youtu.be/myQb4uQYZgk Catch more of our reviews here - https://www.cameolaunch.com/reviews Subscribe to the Cameo Launch Short Film Podcast here - https://www.cameolaunch.com/podcast

In this episode, Nigel sits down with actor, writer, producer and director Adetokumboh M’Cormack as he discusses his historical drama short film The German King. Shedding light on a forgotten tale of a struggle for freedom and independence during the first world war, Adetokumboh and Nigel address hidden histories, cultural representation, building a career in Hollywood as an immigrant and person of colour and the responsibility to correct the distorted perceptions that have become normalised in mainstream entertainment. Check out this insightful and fascinating conversation and the powerful short film that inspired it. Rent The German King at the Cameo Launch Online Short Film Cinema - https://www.cameolaunch.com/screen2 Check out the full line up on our Cinema page - https://www.cameolaunch.com/cinema Subscribe to our podcast on your favourite platform - https://www.cameolaunch.com/podcast

Nigel sits down with the writer and director of time travel adventure short film ReCURSION. We go behind the scenes of this incredibly ambitious short film whose time paradox complexity is matched only by its multi-layered offbeat comedy. Take a peek and delve into the truly unique experience that was making ReCURSION. Follow the link to rent ReCURSION on our brand new Cinema page - https://www.cameolaunch.com/screen1 You can also take a look at the full line up on our Cinema page - https://www.cameolaunch.com/cinema Check out more of our reviews - https://www.cameolaunch.com/reviews​ For reviews and filmmaker interviews check out our podcast here - https://www.cameolaunch.com/podcast​

Welcome back to a brand-new episode and the first filmmaker interview of our new season! We talk to writer/director Ben Aston about his journey as a filmmaker and we deep dive into the making of his classic short film He Took His Skin Off For Me. Ben also touches on some of the short films that have made an impact on him and teases future short film projects. You can take a look at Ben’s short films using the links below: He Took His Skin Off For Me - https://vimeo.com/116498390 Dinner and a Movie - https://vimeo.com/46071455 Russian Roulette - https://vimeo.com/90733535 You can also take a look at Ben’s recommended films using the links below: The Kármán Line - https://vimeo.com/457049772 Merry-Go-Round - https://vimeo.com/300641195 Taking Stock - https://vimeo.com/233111422 The Centrifuge Brain Project - https://youtu.be/RVeHxUVkW4w Check out more of our reviews here - https://www.cameolaunch.com/reviews For reviews and filmmaker interviews check out our podcast here - https://www.cameolaunch.com/podcast

Our second season kicks off with a new addition to our review team. Nathan Gardner joins the panel to discuss the Oscar-winning live action short film 'The Silent Child' from director Chris Overton and actor/writer Rachel Shenton. George Mole returns to give us his take on French Canadian crime drama 'I'll End Up In Jail' from writer/director Alexandre Dostie and host Nigel Morgan explores the harrowing documentary 'Church and the Fourth Estate' from Brian Knappenberger. The team also discusses the return of UK cinema and whether or not hybrid theatrical releases are here to stay. Check out all of our reviews at - https://www.cameolaunch.com/reviews Subscribe to our podcast at - https://www.cameolaunch.com/podcast Subscribe to our channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmxd_blePMabpWbeZK40GFg