Brought to you by BorrowingTape.com, Behind the Lens is an archive of the online publication's recorded interviews — covering everything from creative inspiration to the technical nitty gritty of filmmaking. Directors share with us their journeys, insights, and cinematic influences. BorrowingTape.com is an independent online film publication providing concise film coverage for cinephiles — exclusive interviews, spoiler-free reviews and feature articles.
Infirmary - Interview with Film Director Nicholas Pineda
A psych ward night shift turns into a claustrophobic nightmare in director Nicholas Pineda's debut feature Infirmary. In this interview with Borrowing Tape, Pineda breaks down filming his found-footage horror in an abandoned hospital, using bodycam footage, and why he believes it's a good time for independent horror filmmaking.
IN THIS EPISODE:
Fresh Perspective: Director Nicholas Pineda revives the found-footage genre by framing the story through body cams.
Authentic Setting: Shot in a real abandoned LA hospital—replete with security warnings about "haunted" basements and actual production break-ins.
Indie Resourcefulness: Embracing Jason Blum’s production model, the film stays budget-friendly by sticking to a single location and a minimal cast.
Interviewer: Shaurya Thapa
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1 Oct 2026
Sick - Interview with Writer/Director Agata Trzebuchowska
Once acclaimed as the young star of the Oscar-winning Polish drama Ida, Agata Trzebuchowska has shifted from acting to directing with the twisted coming-of-age tale Sick. In a conversation with Borrowing Tape, the filmmaker touches upon how her film explores taboo relationships, filming erotic elements with sensitivity, and why she doesn’t want to be seen as just an actress.
IN THIS EPISODE:
Genre as Framework: Using horror to explore uncomfortable themes like taboo relationships and give storytelling more freedom than traditional drama.
Location as Character: Filming in a remote Masurian house to sharpen character dynamics and contrast serene exteriors with dark interiors.
Interviewer: Shaurya Thapa
ABOUT BORROWING TAPE
Est. 2014, Borrowing Tape.com (https://borrowingtape.com/) is an online film publication for cinephiles. Filmmaker interviews, spoiler-free reviews, and features.
17 Sept 2026
Cactus Pears [Sabar Bonda] - Interview with Writer/Director Rohan Kanawade
Writer and director Rohan Kanawade joins Borrowing Tape to discuss his film Cactus Pears [Sabar Bonda]. Rohan shares how personal grief inspired a story centered on hope, positive queer representation, and authentic intimacy over tragedy.
IN THIS EPISODE:
• Narrative Shift: Transforming personal grief into a story of joy and hope
• Stereotypes in Indian Cinema: Why Rohan rejects trauma-centric coming-out tropes
• Crafting Intimacy: Using silence and authentic locations
• Production Challenges: Sourcing real cactus pears and filming on location in Gujarat
Interviewer: Shaurya Thapa
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• Streaming: Available on VOD, Digital & Criterion Channel (US)
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Est. 2014, BorrowingTape.com is an online film publication for cinephiles. Filmmaker interviews, spoiler-free reviews, and features.
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