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• From Crashing Through Windows To Directing Indie Films—Lauro Chartrand-Del Valle’s Unreal Journey

  What does it take to go from crashing through windows to calling the shots on set? This week, we sit down with legendary stunt coordinator, second unit director, and filmmaker Lauro “Lash” Chartrand-Del Valle, whose career has taken him from blockbuster stunts to directing action-packed films.With over three decades in the industry, Lauro has worked on massive projects, including the FX series Shogun, where he served as stunt coordinator and recently won a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Stunt Ensemble. Now, he’s bringing his expertise to indie films like Protectors of the Land, proving you don’t need a Hollywood budget to create jaw-dropping action.

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• From DIY Filmmaker To Feature Director—Ava Maria Safai Is a Talent To Watch

  If you’re an indie filmmaker wondering how to level up your career, this episode is for you. In just a few short years, Ava Marie Safai went from directing high school short films to being selected for Vancouver’s prestigious Crazy8s film festival and now she’s making her feature directorial debut with Foreigner–part of Telefilm Canada’s Talent to Watch program.In this episode, we break down how Ava turned ambition into action, secured major funding, and took the leap into feature filmmaking—all on her own terms.Instagram: @offthelotpod@ken_kabatoff@epptriHave a question or topic suggestion? Email us at [email protected]!📢 If you love the show, hit follow, leave a review, and share this episode with your fellow filmmakers! 🎙️

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• The Indie Producer’s Survival Guide: Budgets, Crews & Problem-Solving | Amanda Verhagen

  This week, Ken and Anthony sit down with Amanda Verhagen, an indie producer, line producer, and founder of Notable Studios. From managing million-dollar budgets to finding creative workarounds, Amanda shares real-world strategies for getting your film made.Whether you’re producing your first indie or looking to level up, this episode is packed with insider knowledge, budgeting tips, and industry wisdom you won’t find anywhere else!Follow us for more filmmaking content:Instagram: @offthelotpodKen Kabatoff – @ken_kabatoff Anthony Epp – @epptriYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@OffTheLotPodcast Got a question or topic suggestion? Email us at [email protected]!Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review to help more indie filmmakers discover the show!

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• From Unforgiven to Heretic: A Prop Master’s Filmmaking Journey | Dean Goodine

  Ever wondered how the smallest details in a movie can make or break the story? Props aren’t just objects—they’re storytelling tools. And no one knows that better than Dean Goodine, a legendary Hollywood prop master with over 39 years in the business.He’s worked on everything from Unforgiven and Inception to 2024's indie horror juggernaut Heretic, and breakout indie thriller The Order. Today, he’s here to drop major knowledge on how props shape performance, enhance world-building, and why indie filmmakers need to stop overlooking them.If you want to make your indie film feel like a big-budget production, this episode is a MUST-LISTEN.Follow Us for More Filmmaking Content:Instagram: @offthelotpodTikTok: @offthelotpodKen Kabatoff: @ken_kabatoffAnthony Epp: @epptriDean's Must-Read Book: They Don’t Pay Me to Say No: My Life in the Props Department Got a question or topic idea? Email us at [email protected]!

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• The Secret Weapon of Filmmaking: How Costume Design Transforms Your Story | Mandi Line

  Ever wondered how costumes shape storytelling? Or how a designer goes from styling indie films to crafting iconic looks for hit TV shows?This week we sit down with Mandi Line, the powerhouse costume designer behind Pretty Little Liars, Travelers, The Young and the Restless, and some of the wildest rock music videos of the 2000s (think Linkin Park, Korn, and System of a Down). Mandi shares her raw, no-BS journey from indie films to Hollywood, the intense grind of working on soap operas, and why attitude and relationships matter more than talent in the industry.This episode is pure gold for filmmakers, costume designers, and anyone hustling to break into the industry!Instagram:@offthelotpod@ken_kabatoff@epptri@mandiline

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