Film Noobs

Episode 76: Director, producer, and festival host Robert Cantu

This week's episode features an interview with Robert Cantu, Director, producer, and festival host of Thru the Lens Film Festival. Robert's upbringing through the Hollywood system to the independent film scene and hosting his film festival has taught him valuable lessons that we can all apply to our toolbox. So take a seat and listen. Until next week, be sure to like, share, and follow. 
 
Don't forget we are still looking for sponsors for our film, click on the link: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/texas-tales-of-terror-a-feature-horror-film/x/20479511#/ 
 
Robert's links:
IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1072016/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/corpusfusion 
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/corpusfusion?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MTRpNTJpMnM0bXM2cw== 
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@corpusfusion1574 
X - https://x.com/fusioncorpus?fbclid=IwY2xjawK4EnlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFLUW41eFZVTlBXU3FHNzJHAR6JizlhGn7UZOi58WTVUF_TKHu04S1ePFnRyVHvD4vzkviQR2N9wamoVnS4CA_aem_PiWdL0s-RKjulq9X2uzF4w 
 

Episode 75: Sherlock Holmes - Mare of the Night Director, CJ Goodwyn on the business of filmmaking

This week, we are pleased to have one of the hardest-working Directors, CJ Goodwyn, with us to help us understand the business of filmmaking. We, as creatives, sometimes forget that we need to balance ourselves as business people as well. With two films in theatrical release, his business model is one to take a look at as filmmakers. He is more than willing to sit with us and give us great advice, as well as share his lessons learned. Join us and learn something new today on the podcast. Be sure to hit the like, share, and subscribe buttons to stay up-to-date and never miss an episode. Until next week, be sure to #keepwatchingfilms and #supportindiefilmmakers 
You can watch this episode at our YouTube chanel - https://youtu.be/li0DQP3dAaA 
 
Follow CJ Goodwin on his links
IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8580951/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cj.goodwyn.9/ 
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@cjgoodwyndirector 
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cjgoodwyn/ 
 

Episode 74: We finally reveal the big news, our new project a horror feature film, Texas Tales of Terror

This week, we finally reveal the big secret we've been itching to share. Yup we have decided to take on a feature film as Film Noobs and prove to the world that "we can do it" in water boy voice style. Anyway, join us as we discuss the process so far, where we stand, and where we're headed over the next few weeks. Additionally, we have an Indiegogo campaign that you can visit and support us with. So until next week, be sure to click the like, share, subscribe, and as always #keepwatchingfilms and #supportindiefilmmakers
Indiegogo account: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/texas-tales-of-terror-a-feature-horror-film/x/20479511#/ 

Episode 73: Big News for Film Noobs and larger than life guest and "Idea Architect" Gylon A. Jackson

We have some exciting news for you, but you must watch for the official announcement this Tuesday, May 27, 2025!!! Also, in this episode, Johnny sat with the man himself, not the "Official" Jesus, but Gylon A. Jackson. We had a lot of laughs and shared a little about what he does and his influence in the San Antonio scene. Don't forget to #supportindifilmmakers and #keepwatchingfilms
To watch this episode, go to our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/YgGS4hkNS_E  
 
You can follow Gylon on his socials:
Official Webpage - https://vodpodmedia.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gylon2
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gylonj/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@vodpodmedia
 

Episode 72: Actor, Producer, Director Samuel Ali

In this week's episode, Johnny sits down with Samuel Ali to talk a bit about some of the eventful journeys that Samuel has taken on his journey in the film industry, from working at the video store to walking with the dead. Join us for this week's episode by downloading it, liking and sharing, but most of all, don't forget to subscribe! As always, don't forget to #keepwatchingfilms and #supportindiefilmmakers until next week.
Watch this episode over at our YouTube page: https://youtu.be/I-fYytaDAgc 
You can look up Samuel on his socials: 
IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8308271/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/revsammy/ 
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/samuelaliproductions/ 
 
 
 

Episode 71: May the 4th Live Broadcast

In case you missed it, here is the recording from our first live broadcast from Dark Side Brick Oven Pizza Co in Boerne, TX. We are celebrating May 4th and their one-year anniversary. Thank you⁨,  ⁨@star.killer77-27⁩  for opening the doors to his place. Also, thank you to  ⁨ ⁨@castofthepod⁩  Josh and Deb for lending the video equipment. Until next time #keepwatchingfilms and #supportindiefilmmakers. 
To watch this episode, go to our YouTube page at https://youtu.be/RpWFeVxUy58 
 
Follow the socials for Dark Side Brick Oven Pizza Co:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/darkside_pizza_co?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 
Webpage - https://darksidebrickovenpizza.com 
Starkiller77 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/star.killer77?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
his YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@star.killer77-27 
Cast of the Pod's Socials
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/castofthepod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 
Linktree - https://linktr.ee/CastOfThePod 
 

Episode 70: Director of Photography Jessica Martinez

This week, Johnny has "DP" Jessica in his hot seat to discuss her career and, of course, talk smack with her. They cover her career from animation to being on a feature film set and all of the jobs she has had. Listen with us and be sure to like, share, and subscribe. Until next week, be sure to #keepwatchingfilms and #supportindiefilmmakers.
You can follow our podcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/CF1obwNIIJs 
Jessica's Socials
IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2354920/   
Webpage - https://aztec3m.wixsite.com/jm-animation/gallery   
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=139800853   
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jessica902martinez/   
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-martinez-30a35822/   
Staff Me Up - https://app.staffmeup.com/profile/jessicaem#credits-public  

Episode 69: "Mr Marbles" Director and Author KeeKee Suki

This Week, we have the one and only Director, Author, and Actor Keekee Suki on to talk about his new film, Mr. Marbles. We also take the time to look at the Director/Actor relationship and talk about his personal journey to get to where he is now. This is one interview you don't want to miss. So, tune in and check this episode out. Be sure, as always, to #keepwatchingfilms and #supportindiefilmmakers 
You can watch this episode over at our YouTube page: https://youtu.be/K9loQ5Cc92Q 
Also, be sure to follow Keekee's socials at:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Abraham-Takatsuki/100008397001644/?_rdr 
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/keekee_suki/ 
IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10539816/bio/ 
His Book - https://www.amazon.com/Out-abyss-Abraham-Roy-Takatsuki/dp/B08W36XBC7/ref=sr_1_36?crid=2F90P1SSQQG8U&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.saZjCu1f6L1LZtSA4kpJKXSWB0R_Bv1xYQM2GP7KtTb6fn7N0GTQXgUP88N9oYmoHjdz8_t7gTxKchotU2YtpfzythOsz0Qam9ejHXOJJoPCT2rTa3KQaM-C5h_zSe1MCLQc9f1H2r0najqby5o9i1Deov2lJMTiDRNyQftmF0M2eok0TJFsMIIjuveIF01jRt7uGboL2l5gi4_ENwLLwEj01YUxR4nbjMEB5RlG4AkV1SPKnjWINHIqmdSYxgKdgl_YiCLfqAwBfXqDCjH_HLOtvhd0dvASv6O1bkLIkSA.pU8m2Px-mr2ubvC8xMMyIhqq8J1Zzo4iMOA6gIxe7D8&dib_tag=se&keywords=out+of+the+abyss&qid=1745055763&sprefix=out+of+the+abyss%2Caps%2C119&sr=8-36