Since 2014, CG Garage has brought lively, informal conversations with Oscar-winning legends, visionary artists, and the innovators driving the industry's biggest technological leaps. From in-depth interviews to spirited roundtable discussions, hosts Chris Nichols and Daniel Thron explore the art, craft, and future of filmmaking. With Hollywood in the middle of a major revolution, we talk to the filmmakers who are making that transformation possible, covering everything from behind-the-scenes stories on iconic movies to the cutting-edge tools reshaping the industry.
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Since 2014, CG Garage has brought lively, informal conversations with Oscar-winning legends, visionary artists, and the innovators driving the industry's biggest technological leaps. From in-depth interviews to spirited roundtable discussions, hosts Chris Nichols and Daniel Thron explore the art, craft, and future of filmmaking. With Hollywood in the middle of a major revolution, we talk to the filmmakers who are making that transformation possible, covering everything from behind-the-scenes stories on iconic movies to the cutting-edge tools reshaping the industry.
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Recent Episodes
June 15, 2026
Why Hollywood Keeps Getting Its Audience Wrong | Trina Renee & Julianna Politsky | Episode 552
Host Chris and Daniel interview Trina Renee and Julianna Medina-Politsky about Hollywood's disconnect from its audience and the irreplaceable role of taste in filmmaking.
June 8, 2026
Mocking AI With AI: Sergio Cilli on Why the Joke Only Works If You Actually Use It | Episode 551
Director and writer Sergio Cilli explains to hosts Chris and Daniel how his "Will AI Replace Us?" series uses AI tools to critique them, revealing insights into acting and creative value.
June 1, 2026
How to Make and Distribute a Gothic Horror Film on a Shoestring | Justin Denton | Ep. 550
Host Chris and Host Daniel interview VFX veteran Justin Denton about his journey making and distributing the gothic horror film 'The Curse of the Sin Eater' on a shoestring budget.
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