• Monica Brady: The Power of Movie Trailers

  • Jun 14 2024
  • Length: 43 mins
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  • In this captivating episode, we delve into the dynamic world of movie trailers with Monica Brady, co-founder of the Golden Trailer Awards. Monica shares the fascinating journey of how the awards came to be, the evolution of trailers, and their pivotal role in the film industry. Discover insider stories, creative challenges, and what makes a trailer truly unforgettable. The origins and growth of the Golden Trailer AwardsHow trailers have evolved over the yearsThe impact of trailers on movie marketingBehind-the-scenes stories from the early days of the awardsFuture trends in trailer production and marketing [00:00:07] Introduction: Meet Monica Brady and learn about her journey.[00:00:20] Golden Trailer Awards Beginnings: How the awards started and their importance.[00:01:04] Necessity for a Trailer Award Show: The challenges and creative solutions in the early days.[00:02:22] Forward-Looking Focus: Differentiating from traditional award shows.[00:03:49] The Power of Trailers: Why trailers are a crucial part of movie marketing.[00:06:10] Early Challenges: Starting the award show in a pre-digital era.[00:08:53] Audience Engagement: Making the awards fun and audience-focused.[00:11:00] Expanding Categories: Adding new categories to reflect industry changes.[00:14:12] Evolution of Trailers: Changes in length, style, and impact from 1999 to 2024.[00:17:01] Memorable Trailers: Iconic trailers and the role of music in creating impact.[00:20:02] Jury Selection: How jurors are chosen for the Golden Trailer Awards.[00:23:02] Formulaic vs. Creative Trailers: Balancing formulaic approaches with creativity.[00:24:58] Future of the Awards: Plans for global expansion and adapting to new media trends.[00:31:15] Vertical Videos: The impact of social media on trailer formats.[00:34:10] Memorable Moments: Unforgettable experiences and stories from past awards.[00:38:00] Conclusion: Final thoughts and thank yous. The Golden Trailer Awards celebrate the best in movie marketing, highlighting the artistry of trailers.Trailers have significantly evolved, becoming shorter and more impactful.Music plays a critical role in making trailers memorable.The awards are adapting to the digital age, focusing on global reach and audience engagement. "Our show is the Oscars for trailers – the Academy Awards for the short attention span." - Monica Brady"A trailer can make or break a movie's success." - Monica Brady Monica Brady is the co-founder of the Golden Trailer Awards, which honor excellence in movie marketing. A graduate of NYU film school, Monica has been instrumental in bringing recognition to the art of trailer creation, helping to highlight the importance of trailers in the film industry. Golden Trailer Awards: Official WebsiteGeek Freaks Podcast: Facebook, Threads, Patreon Enjoyed the episode? Make sure to: Subscribe to Geek Freaks Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform.Leave us a review to let us know your thoughts!Share this episode on social media using #GeekFreaksPodcast. Episode with Frank Martin: The Art of Comic WritingEpisode with Holly Swinyard: A History of Fans and Fandom Have questions or suggestions? Reach out to us: Email: contact@geekfreakspodcast.comTwitter: @geekfreakspod What You'll LearnEpisode BreakdownKey TakeawaysQuotes to RememberAbout the GuestStay ConnectedSubscribe and ShareDiscover MoreEngage with Us
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