On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor,Brandon Lessard from thenew film “The Unholy Trinity.” Brandon shares his experiences working alongside Pierce Brosnan, Samuel L. Jackson, and David Arquette in this Western set in Montana. We dive into Brandon's journey from Fairfax, Virginia to Los Angeles, as well as his passion for acting. Brandon also touches on his love for historical dramas, his writing endeavors, and the physical challenges faced during the film's production. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with insight and cool behind-the-scenes stories.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

01:30 Brandon's Background and Journey to Acting

02:56 Family and Early Influences

07:30 Musical Tastes and Influences

09:58 Acting Inspirations and Favorite Roles

13:15 The Unholy Trinity: Behind the Scenes

20:20 Filming in Montana

25:15 The Crew and Filming Challenges

27:13 Childhood Inspirations and Favorite Genres

28:48 Admiration for Vince Gilligan and Taylor Sheridan

30:01 Star Wars Fandom and Western Roles

36:34 Balancing Acting and Personal Life

37:57 Memorable Moments with Iconic Actors

42:53 The Seven Questions

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On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor,Annalise Basso from the film “The Life of Chuck”, as well as projects such as “Captain Fantastic” and “Snowpiercer.” We chat about Annalise’s acting career, from childhood to now, as well as what it was like growing up with a brother and sister who are also in the industry. We also touch on Annalise’s other passions, such as ballet and surfing…and how those things keep her grounded and inspired. It’s a great conversation that covers Annalise’s journey from Missouri to one of this year’s most anticipated summer movies.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

02:23 Family and Pets

03:04 Acting Career and Experiences

06:36 Life in LA and Family Dynamics

07:37 Childhood and Early Career

24:45 Living at Oakwood and Stage Parents

31:29 Discussing the Cast and Plot of the Movie

32:10 Reflections on Life and Acting

33:59 Current TV and Movie Recommendations

36:19 Childhood Movie Memories

38:25 The Value of Physical Photos and Videos

40:30 The Seven Questions

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On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor, Felix Solis from the Netflix series “Sirens”, as well as projects such as The Rookie and Ozark. We discuss Felix's upbringing in New York City, his early career in theater, and his transition to television. Felix shares personal stories, including his unique connection to the Beastie Boys and a memorable encounter with Anthony Bourdain. We also get a glimpse into Felix's take on his Puerto Rican heritage, as well as his love for his rescue dogs. It’s a great chat and an opportunity to learn about Felix’s journey in the arts.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

01:42 Felix Solis and his New York history

02:43 Felix Solis on Atlanta and Ozark

05:41 Anthony Bourdain Anecdote

10:07 Theater Beginnings and Philip Seymour Hoffman

20:15 Growing Up in New York

25:48 Family Background and Multicultural Upbringing

30:18 Career Moves and The Rookie

35:30 Life with Rescue Dogs

38:40 Dog Sitting and Travel

39:14 Auditioning for Ozark

42:46 Representation in Media

46:04 Puerto Rican Cuisine and Cooking

47:39 The Seven Questions

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#podcast #FelixSolis #Sirens #TheRookie #Ozark #Netflix #MillyAlcock #KevinBacon #JulianneMoore #MeghannFahy #Actor #Acting #storyandcraft #PhilipSeymourHoffman #NewYork #PuertoRican #RescueDogs