Listen as I explore the Western genre and overall filmmaking process with special guests including fellow filmmakers and industry professionals!
In 2020, I made 12 feature length Western films in 12 months. All of these films were released during 2021 and now I continue to explore Westerns in this new podcast. You can learn more about my 12 Westerns here: https://www.facebook.com/12westerns
Check out my website here: https://www.runningwildfilms.com/
For inquiries, feel free to contact me via email at travismills@runningwildfilms.com
Interview with Cinematographer Steeven Petitteville
In this episode, I talk with acclaimed French cinematographer Steeven Petitteville, who I worked with on the new Western TERROR ON THE PRAIRIE.
We discuss everything from his background to his days in the camera department on films directed by the likes of Jean Pierre Jeunet and Alejandro Inarittu to his first jobs as a DP on movies such as THE VEIL with Jessica Alba and, of course, working together last year in Montana. Steeven shares great insights for cast and crew about how a DP thinks and works. I hope you enjoy our conversation.
You can follow Steeven's work on Instagram @steevendop
6 Jul 2022
Interview with Casting Director David Guglielmo
In this episode, I talk with Casting Director David Guglielmo about the casting process. He provides a lot of great insight for actors and filmmakers, along with stories about working on fantastic films such as Standoff at Sparrow Creek and VFW. We also discuss David's directing work on films such as No Way to Live (available on Tubi) and his love of Film Noir/pulp literature. Finally, we talk about working together on the new Western Terror on the Prairie which can be seen exclusively on the Daily Wire.
I hope you enjoy our conversation. You can follow David on instagram at @davidaguglielmo
13 Mar 2022
Interview with Actor Matthias Hues - Part 2
In the second half of my conversation with German action star Matthias Hues, we discuss working together on two new Westerns, Assault on Rio Bravo and Terror on the Prairie starring Gina Carano. We share stories of working with Russian actor Alexander Nevsky, collaborating with producers Dallas Sonnier and Amanda Presmyk, and much more! Matthias also reveals details on the Western he's planning to produce and star in, Kinski Unleashed.
I hope you enjoy the conversation.
6 Mar 2022
Interview with Actor Matthias Hues - Part 1
Listen to part one of my conversation with German actor Matthias Hues, known for his long career as an action movie star. We discuss his origins and working on the cult classic, Dark Angel with Dolph Lundgren. Matthias shares his concept a sequel and insights about working in and out of Hollywood for decades.
9 Feb 2022
Interview with Stunt Coordinator Brian Christensen
Listen to my interview with Brian Christensen, a stunt coordinator and performer who I had the honor to work with this past year on the new Western, Terror on the Prairie. Don't miss the first preview for that film making its debut tomorrow night at 7pm MTN, Thursday Feb. 10th, on The Daily Wire's YouTube channel!
Brian and I discuss his long history in the business, the craft of being a stunt performer, and his experience working with actors like Tommy Lee Jones, Mark Wahlberg, and John Travolta. He shares some great stories and insights. We also discuss our experience working together last year on the Dallas Sonnier-produced Terror on the Prairie, starring Gina Carano.
26 Jan 2022
Interview with Oscar-winning Makeup Artist Jeff Dawn - Part 2
My interview with Academy Award winning makeup artist Jeff Dawn continues as we discuss his collaboration on 19 movies with Arnold Schwarzenegger, the way the film industry has changed over time, and our first experience working together for the new Western Terror on the Prairie, starring Gina Carano and produced by Dallas Sonnier.
Please forgive the audio issues as this interview was recorded remotely and I am still getting used to this podcast format.
If you have any questions, please reach me via email at travismills@runningwildfilms.com
19 Jan 2022
Interview with Oscar-winning Makeup Artist Jeff Dawn - Part 1
For the first episode in our new podcast series, I interview Academy Award winning makeup artist Jeff Dawn. I had the honor to work with Jeff on the upcoming Western Terror on the Prairie starring Gina Garano from producer Dallas Sonnier.
In part one of our conversation, Jeff and I discuss his family's incredible legacy in the movie business and his insight into the craft of being makeup artist. Part two will be coming soon! Please forgive the audio issues as this interview was recorded remotely and I am still getting used to this podcast format.
If you have any questions, please reach me via email at travismills@runningwildfilms.com
2 Jan 2022
Sneak Preview for New Podcast Series: Making Westerns with Travis Mills
Hello listeners and happy new year. I have a special announcement. This year, I’m rebooting our podcast with a new series. It’s called Making Westerns with Travis Mills. I’ll be exploring the Western genre and overall filmmaking process through special guest interviews with producers, makeup artists, stunt coordinators, actors among many other industry professionals. We will release a new episode every month. This new podcast is produced by 5J Media and brought to you by Running Wild Films.
4 May 2020
12 Westerns Weekly Live Update
Weekly update for the 12 Westerns in 12 Months project by Travis Mills of Running Wild Films. This is the audio from the Facebook live video posted on May 3, 2020. Follow the project on Facebook at https://facebook.com/12westerns/.
Edited by Sadie Hebert. Music by Rafael Krux.
5 Nov 2019
12 Westerns Special Episode Featuring Megan Therese Rippey
Special episode featuring a conversation between director, Travis Mills, and lead actress, Megan Therese Rippey. Listen along as they go through scenes from the script for She was the Deputy’s Wife, one of our 12 Westerns.
Edited by Sadie Hebert (https://sadiehebert.com/). Music by Rafael Krux.
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