Podcast Episodes
45+ Years | 500+ Film and TV credits | 135+ Awards
SINCE 1975
Welcome to Lighter Darker: The ILM Podcast, where we focus on the creative process of filmmaking and the art of visual storytelling. Hosted by ILM Chief Creative Officer Rob Bredow and ILM Compositing Supervisor Todd Vaziri, we share behind-the-scenes stories that illustrate the many crafts that come together to create a motion picture, TV series, or special venue project.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an aspiring filmmaker, or a fan of immersive experiences, Lighter Darker provides valuable insights, inspiration, and a deeper appreciation for the artists behind the projects we undertake at ILM in visual effects, animation, and immersive entertainment. We have a terrific lineup of special guest filmmakers who join the team for upcoming episodes to discuss the creative process of filmmaking and the art of visual storytelling.
003: Camera and Composition
Beth D'Amato, ILM digital paint supervisor, joins Todd and Rob to discuss their favorite camera moves, compositions, and notable oner’s. Beth shares how she got her start in VFX and we learn that sometimes, "We will keep your resume on file" is a good thing! The ILM pros answer questions about basic VFX terminology, and we bust an internet myth.
002: Transformers One with Josh Cooley
In this episode, the Lighter Darker team welcomes director Josh Cooley (Toy Story 4, Transformers One) to talk about combining humor and heart in filmmaking as he does so well in his films. Josh shares the story of getting his dream shot at Pixar and how he almost had a very different job!
001: The Premiere
Meet the hosts from Industrial Light & Magic (ILM): Rob Bredow, Chief Creative Officer, and Todd Vaziri, Senior Compositor who talk about the creative process of filmmaking and the art of visual storytelling. In our premiere episode, Rob and Todd share thoughts on beautiful final shots from films they’ve personally worked on, along with a...
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Lighter Darker reveals the creative process of filmmaking and the art of visual storytelling. Join us as we chat with top filmmakers, artists and innovators about their craft, careers, and the collaborative process of bringing stories to life.
