Echo Chamber - FrightFest - Vol 2 - (Cover)
We, and of course, that means @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ is back with our last hit from London's FrightFest!!!
It's another Panic Fest favourite, and had its world premiere at Another Hole In The Head, so this has run the gauntlet of fire f'sure! And thanks again to The Horror Collective, we got to break bread with the creative mind behind this intriguing thriller. So you don't want to miss this confab, as we learn the origins of the story and about the truths in the film itself!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/YPMuprXCsIE
Echo Chamber - FrightFest - Vol 1b - (Super Happy Fun Clown + Deborah Madick)
We told you we had more clownage for our 'Festival Edition' of @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ and we meant it! So we're back to FrightFest real quick, for 'Part TWO' of this episode!!!
Now, in 'Part One', we got to speak to one of the cops chasing down Jenn-O, BUT, here, we have none other than her mother, to give us the skinny on what went down. And in case you missed the first instalment, we'll run the review again at the end! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/NIT97xCzXTE
Echo Chamber - FrightFest - Vol 1a - (Super Happy Fun Clown + Nicole Hall)
It's time for some more Festival fun with your good ol @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ podcast!!!
Thanks to Shirly Goregham and the GREAT people at The Horror Collective, we get to dive into this year’s FrightFest.
We're starting off with a film that was a HUGE hit at Panic Fest earlier in the year. It's got clowns, and a LOT of intricate layers that delve into the human condition! This is the first part of our look at the film, AND we have one of the leads stopping by for a great chat about bringing her character to life and stepping into this complex world! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/IJ0e3te7k2s
Echo Chamber - Queer Screams - Vol One (How Far Does the Dark Go?)
We do not stop at @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ podcast!!!
The festivals keep rolling, and we quickly pass through the Queer Screams Film Festival, thanks to Brad Johnson & Rosa Ramirez at FONS PR, to check out a vampire romp. AS well as, sitting down with the films writer / director to get into all the minutia of the shoot! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/PD0HHdFGt-w
Echo Chamber - 29th Fantasia - Vol One (The Bearded Girl)
Well, the Fantasia International Film Festival (17th July - 3rd August 2025) has hit its 29th year, and @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ is here for it!
Angie Power at Route 504 PR helps us kick off our Montreal coverage, with a drama that though fused with fantasy, still clearly resonates with the human condition. THEN we sit down with the writer / director, along with the star of the piece. To really get into how all of this came to be! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/RKClR9MV4bk
Echo Chamber - UK Asian Film Festival (The Seas Between Us)
It's a 'Special Edition' of @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ today!!!
Thanks to Cynthia Amsden we got to checkout a wonderful new Short film, which is having its European Premiere (10th May 2025) at the 'UK Asian Film Festival'.
We also had the opportunity to sit down and talk storytelling, culture, and so much more, with the creative mind behind it all!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/sxOdX4dNy_E
Echo Chamber -Sci-Fi London 2024 - Vol 7 (The Burden)
Today, @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ is taking Sci-Fi London (14th - 22nd September 2024) on a trip!!!
We're checking out New World Sankofa, well some of us are, (others will have to speak to the tribunal lol). This new short is crazy thoughtful, but still super funny! THEN we have a legendary chat with the bright mind behind everything!!! This one is for the books, so you don't want to miss it!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/0Eku-LMFqUg
Echo Chamber - Sci-Fi London 2024 - Vol 6 (Viscera)
Don't worry, we're not lost in space, @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ still has Sci-Fi London (14th - 22nd September 2024) goodness for you!!!
We butchered the name (at first), but today's short has a couple going through issues. THEN, we're joined by the lead actress, who talks about her process, love of sci-fi, and a lot more!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/FsAHw0z0NYQ
Echo Chamber - Sci-Fi London 2024 - Vol 5 (I Made War of the Worlds)
This is most definitely not a hoax, @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ is back for our fifth rotation around the 2024 Sci-Fi London (14th - 22nd September 2024) Film Festival
Today's short is a love letter to a piece of classic literature. THEN we get to have a really fun chat with the director / co-writer of the joint. And we really get into all things sci-fi!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/-vI35PFapmk
Echo Chamber - Sci-Fi London 2024 - Vol 4 (A Positive Contribution)
We're into our Fourth rotation of the Sci-Fi London Film Festival (14th - 22nd September 2024) galaxy, today on @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/
This new short is all about psychology and the way our memories may affect who we become and how we interact in the world. THEN, we sit with the director and writer to discuss how they built the world and all that went into it!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/DTHgVQJjzgE
Echo Chamber - Sci-Fi London 2024 - Vol 3 (Soulmate)
Warp engines are engaged, so buckle up, cause @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ is here, ready to hit the next chapter of our journey into 2024's Sci-Fi London (14th - 22nd September 2024)
We'll be checking out a short film that uses A.I. and technology to explore the complexities of love, and connection. THEN we have a great chat about the making of the film, with the director / writer, exploring a myriad of topics!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/WpbBQP7kKnA
Echo Chamber - Sci-Fi London 2024 - Vol 2 (Memoria)
It's time for another Away Mission, as we have more @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage of the upcoming Sci-Fi London Festival (14th - 22nd September 2024) for your listening & viewing pleasure!
In this episodes film, time travel is bing used in interesting ways, especially as a tool for healing trauma. We then sit down with the creative behind it, and find out about her storytelling process!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/I8WURSUatTI
Echo Chamber - Sci-Fi London 2024 - Vol 1 (Dandelion)
Your favourite time of the year is fast approaching, that's right Sci-Fi London Film Festival @scifilondon (14th - 22nd September 2024) is nearly here!
We're doing something different, as @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ has teamed up with the Festival, and will be shining the light on a number of films in the build-up!
So, we'll get things underway with a short that looks at loss and our anchors that hold us to life. THEN, we have a great chat with the writer / director! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/1XtQOQYhkcY
Echo Chamber - 2024 TIFF - Vol 2 (The Best)
It's our second (and last) instalment of @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage of the 49th Toronto International Film Festival @tiff_net!!!
Only short, but what a trip, eh!
And we're ending things with another gem, thanks to Cynthia Amsden @cynthiaamsden
It's an exploration of emotions and grief, especially highlighting the stigmas for South Asian men. THEN, we sit down with the writer / director to explore this highly imaginative look at this damaging culture and laying out your personal experiences on the screen!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/2R9VT6Hp7e0
Echo Chamber - 2024 TIFF - Vol 1 (Paying For It)
For the first time ever @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ goes to TIFF!!!
Well, this is essentially a quick drive through of the 49th Toronto International Film Festival, BUT, it's all thanks to Cynthia Amsden!!!
For our opening salvo, we take a look at a new film that exudes Toronto, while looking at the intricacies of relationships and sex work. THEN, we sit down with the director/writer and two of the stars for an incredible confab that will have you clambering to get a ticket for the film!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/ATWcPVNBj6Y
Echo Chamber - 28th Fantasia - Vol 5 (Dirty Bad Wrong)
We're on 'volume 5' of our 2024 Fantasia International Film Festival (18th July - 4th August 2024) coverage for your trusty @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ podcast!
Thanks to Cynthia Amsden, we check out a new indie Short, that explores themes of love, family, capitalism, human need, and fetish! AND, we have a wonderful chat with the writer / director about the project. Why she brought this story to the screen, building actor chemistry, insight into dialogue, and a LOT more! Thoroughly engaging, hope you enjoy!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/cXFdtAAQr6A
Echo Chamber - 28th Fantasia - Vol 4 (The Silent Planet)
Our @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage of the Fantasia International Film Festival (18th July - 4th August 2024) keeps on coming!
We're keeping it sci-fi, but today we have a feature length story, thanks to Steve St. Amant at Quiver Distribution. THEN, we break bread with the writer / director for some fascinating insights into how he brought his vision to life. His thoughts on creating language, casting, and a LOT more!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/HrZHh4tW7RE
Echo Chamber - 28th Fantasia - Vol 3 (AstroNots)
This is the third instalment of @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage of 2024 Fantasia International Film Festival @fantasiafestival (18th July - 4th August 2024)!
We have a new sci-fi, comedy short, AND sit-down with the man behind the camera, who helped bring the story to life!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/1AFzFl_RIfs
Echo Chamber - 28th Fantasia - Vol 2 (Hell Is a Teenage Girl)
We are back, @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ has MORE great coverage from the 28th Fantasia International Film Festival @fantasiafestival (18th July - 4th August 2024) for you!
Today we look at a new indie short, which is the beginning of something much bigger! PLUS, we sit down with the writer / director and his trusty producer to delve into everything that brought this idea to life!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/ho7truEbeJU
Echo Chamber - 28th Fantasia - Vol 1
Coming back for its 28th year, the Fantasia International Film Festival (18th July - 4th August 2024) has once again taken over Montreal and the hearts of film fans!!!
We're starting off our @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage with a horror, mystery from One Manner Productions & Dark Star Pictures. There's a documentary looking at love, grief, and the power of art thanks to Intuitive Pictures, AND Grindhouse Releasing has restored a renowned tale of sleazy Hollywood from 1973!!!