This time on the show, Áron speaks with Florian Hoffmeister, the cinematographer of “True Detective: The Night Country”, the fourth season of the beloved HBO anthology series.
Florian shared his experiences on the technical and logistical challenges of shooting in the extreme conditions of Iceland. From the complexities of filming both indoors on stages, and outdoors in the low-light conditions, to the special lighting techniques required, as well as the safety measures necessary for working in the cold environment.
He also highlighted his deep involvement in crafting the series' mood and look, achieved through extensive experimentation before shooting started.

In our next episode, Áron interviews four key contributors behind the film “Jazzy”: Andrew Hajek (DoP & co-writer), Morrisa Maltz (Director & co-writer), Lainey Bearkiller Shangreaux (Actress & co-writer), and Vanara Taing (Co-editor & co-writer).
“Jazzy” explores the transition from childhood to young adulthood. When her best friend moves away, Jazzy navigates a profound sense of loss and her first taste of independence.
In this conversation, the team discusses the birth and inspiration behind the movie, the film's emotional core, its portrayal of beauty and optimism during tough times, and the unique challenges or rewards of working with child actors. The discussion also touches on current trends in cinema and the creative process of finding the sweet spot for the runtime.
Join us for a spoiler-free deep dive into the making of Jazzy, Morrisa Maltz's sophomore feature, premiering at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival.

Next up, we welcome James Jones, the director of the documentary “Antidote” on the show.
The film tells the courageous stories of whistleblowers and activists who risk everything to expose Putin's authoritarian regime, facing dire consequences for their bravery.
Áron talks with James about the parallels between “Antidote” and the 2022 documentary “Navalny”, shedding light on the relentless pursuit of truth in the face of tyranny. They also delve a bit into the use of AI in documentary filmmaking, exploring how technology can expand the way true stories, such as this, are told. Additionally, James shares insights into his influences as a journalist-turned-director, offering a unique perspective on his creative process, in our spoiler-free interview.
“Antidote” made its debut at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival and is set to screen at the DC/DOX Film Festival later this month.

(Photo credit: Edgar Dubrovskiy / Courtesy of Passion Pictures)