Who Called Cut?

About Who Called Cut?

Who Called Cut? is a filmmaking podcast hosted by award-winning director Richie Smyth, where some of the most exciting creatives sit down for honest conversations about filmmaking. From first features to blockbuster productions, each episode dives into the stories behind the films, the creative process, career-defining moments, mistakes, breakthroughs, and everything that happens between "action" and "cut." In each episode, Richie sits down with directors to discuss their latest work, the realities of directing, collaborating with actors, overcoming creative challenges, and the moments that shaped their career. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, a film student, or simply obsessed with cinema, Who Called Cut? offers an inside look at how great films actually get made. 🎥 Listen to new episodes every Tuesday. Looking for a better way to release your film? A better way to reach a larger audience? flink.movie is a self-distribution platform created by filmmakers, for filmmakers. Upload your film, set your own price, choose where it's available, keep your rights, and connect directly with audiences. ➡️ Learn more at https://flink.movie Instagram: @flinkmovie Letterboxd: @Flinkmovies Tiktok: @flinkmovie Reach out to us ➡️ klara@flink.movie Thanks for listening, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Who Called Cut? Recorded and mixed by The Podcast Studios, Dublin Executive Producer - Kevin O'Meallain, Back From The Dead Films Assisted by Klara Lendic Cover design - Ena Mjertan

Publisher

Richie Smyth

Category

tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Aug 2026

Latest episode

10 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

7 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Nov 2026

   ROOM, NARRATIVE STRUCTURE AND THE TWO ACT SCREENPLAY - Lenny Abrahamson

   Who Called Cut? is a filmmaking podcast hosted by award-winning director Richie Smyth, where some of the most exciting creatives sit down for honest conversations about filmmaking. From first features to blockbuster productions, each episode dives into the stories behind the films, the creative process, career-defining moments, mistakes, breakthroughs, and everything that happens between "action" and "cut." In this episode, Richie sits down with Lenny Abrahamson to discuss their latest work, the realities of directing, collaborating with actors, overcoming creative challenges, and the moments that shaped their career. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, a film student, or simply obsessed with cinema, Who Called Cut? offers an inside look at how great films actually get made. 🎥 Listen to new episodes every Tuesday. Looking for a better way to release your film? A better way to reach a larger audience? flink.movie is a self-distribution platform created by filmmakers, for filmmakers. Upload your film, set your own price, choose where it's available, keep your rights, and connect directly with audiences. ➡️ Learn more at https://flink.movie Instagram: @flinkmovie Letterboxd: @Flinkmovies Tiktok: @flinkmovie Reach out to us ➡️ klara@flink.movie Thanks for watching, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Who Called Cut? Recorded and mixed by The Podcast Studios, Dublin Executive Producer - Kevin O'Meallain, Back From The Dead Films Assisted by Klara Lendic Cover design - Ena Mjertan

2. 

   27 Oct 2026

   FROM A FACEBOOK KICK START TO BODY GUARDS IN NIGERIA - Terry McMahon

   Who Called Cut? is a filmmaking podcast hosted by award-winning director Richie Smyth, where some of the most exciting creatives sit down for honest conversations about filmmaking. From first features to blockbuster productions, each episode dives into the stories behind the films, the creative process, career-defining moments, mistakes, breakthroughs, and everything that happens between "action" and "cut." In this episode, Richie sits down with Terry McMahon to discuss their latest work, the realities of directing, collaborating with actors, overcoming creative challenges, and the moments that shaped their career. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, a film student, or simply obsessed with cinema, Who Called Cut? offers an inside look at how great films actually get made. 🎥 Listen to new episodes every Tuesday. Looking for a better way to release your film? A better way to reach a larger audience? flink.movie is a self-distribution platform created by filmmakers, for filmmakers. Upload your film, set your own price, choose where it's available, keep your rights, and connect directly with audiences. ➡️ Learn more at https://flink.movie Instagram: @flinkmovie Letterboxd: @Flinkmovies Tiktok: @flinkmovie Reach out to us ➡️ klara@flink.movie Thanks for watching, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Who Called Cut? Recorded and mixed by The Podcast Studios, Dublin Executive Producer - Kevin O'Meallain, Back From The Dead Films Assisted by Klara Lendic Cover design - Ena Mjertan

3. 

   13 Oct 2026

   BEING A FEMALE FILMMAKER BREAKING THE MYTH - Aisling Walsh

   Who Called Cut? is a filmmaking podcast hosted by award-winning director Richie Smyth, where some of the most exciting creatives sit down for honest conversations about filmmaking. From first features to blockbuster productions, each episode dives into the stories behind the films, the creative process, career-defining moments, mistakes, breakthroughs, and everything that happens between "action" and "cut." In this episode, Richie sits down with Aisling Walsh to discuss their latest work, the realities of directing, collaborating with actors, overcoming creative challenges, and the moments that shaped their career. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, a film student, or simply obsessed with cinema, Who Called Cut? offers an inside look at how great films actually get made. 🎥 Listen to new episodes every Tuesday. Looking for a better way to release your film? A better way to reach a larger audience? flink.movie is a self-distribution platform created by filmmakers, for filmmakers. Upload your film, set your own price, choose where it's available, keep your rights, and connect directly with audiences. ➡️ Learn more at https://flink.movie Instagram: @flinkmovie Letterboxd: @Flinkmovies Tiktok: @flinkmovie Reach out to us ➡️ klara@flink.movie Thanks for watching, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Who Called Cut? Recorded and mixed by The Podcast Studios, Dublin Executive Producer - Kevin O'Meallain, Back From The Dead Films Assisted by Klara Lendic Cover design - Ena Mjertan

4. 

   29 Sept 2026

   BUILDING A CAREER IN THE NEW WAVE OF TV SHOWS

   Who Called Cut? is a filmmaking podcast hosted by award-winning director Richie Smyth, where some of the most exciting creatives sit down for honest conversations about filmmaking. From first features to blockbuster productions, each episode dives into the stories behind the films, the creative process, career-defining moments, mistakes, breakthroughs, and everything that happens between "action" and "cut." In this episode, Richie sits down with Steve Saint Leger to discuss his latest work, the realities of directing, collaborating with actors, overcoming creative challenges, and the moments that shaped their career. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, a film student, or simply obsessed with cinema, Who Called Cut? offers an inside look at how great films actually get made. 🎥 Listen to new episodes every Tuesday. Looking for a better way to release your film? A better way to reach a larger audience? flink.movie is a self-distribution platform created by filmmakers, for filmmakers. Upload your film, set your own price, choose where it's available, keep your rights, and connect directly with audiences. ➡️ Learn more at https://flink.movie Instagram: @flinkmovie Letterboxd: @Flinkmovies Tiktok: @flinkmovie Reach out to us ➡️ klara@flink.movie Thanks for watching, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Who Called Cut? Recorded and mixed by The Podcast Studios, Dublin Executive Producer - Kevin O'Meallain, Back From The Dead Films Assisted by Klara Lendic Cover design - Ena Mjertan

5. 

   15 Sept 2026

   FILMS, DRUGS, INSIDE NUMBER NINE AND THE IRA CEASEFIRE - WHAT COULD GO WRONG?

   Who Called Cut? is a filmmaking podcast hosted by award-winning director Richie Smyth, where some of the most exciting creatives sit down for honest conversations about filmmaking. From first features to blockbuster productions, each episode dives into the stories behind the films, the creative process, career-defining moments, mistakes, breakthroughs, and everything that happens between "action" and "cut." In this episode, Richie sits down with Kieron J Walsh to discuss their latest work, the realities of directing, collaborating with actors, overcoming creative challenges, and the moments that shaped their career. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, a film student, or simply obsessed with cinema, Who Called Cut? offers an inside look at how great films actually get made. 🎥 Listen to new episodes every Tuesday. Looking for a better way to release your film? A better way to reach a larger audience? flink.movie is a self-distribution platform created by filmmakers, for filmmakers. Upload your film, set your own price, choose where it's available, keep your rights, and connect directly with audiences. ➡️ Learn more at https://flink.movie Instagram: @flinkmovie Letterboxd: @Flinkmovies Tiktok: @flinkmovie Reach out to us ➡️ klara@flink.movie Thanks for watching, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Who Called Cut? Recorded and mixed by The Podcast Studios, Dublin Executive Producer - Kevin O'Meallain, Back From The Dead Films Assisted by Klara Lendic Cover design - Ena Mjertan

6. 

   1 Sept 2026

   HOW TO SURVIVE THE HOLLYWOOD STUDIO SYSTEM

   Who Called Cut? is a filmmaking podcast hosted by award-winning director Richie Smyth, where some of the most exciting creatives sit down for honest conversations about filmmaking. From first features to blockbuster productions, each episode dives into the stories behind the films, the creative process, career-defining moments, mistakes, breakthroughs, and everything that happens between "action" and "cut." In this episode, Richie sits down with John Moore to discuss their latest work, the realities of directing, collaborating with actors, overcoming creative challenges, and the moments that shaped their career. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, a film student, or simply obsessed with cinema, Who Called Cut? offers an inside look at how great films actually get made. 🎥 Listen to new episodes every Tuesday. Looking for a better way to release your film? A better way to reach a larger audience? flink.movie is a self-distribution platform created by filmmakers, for filmmakers. Upload your film, set your own price, choose where it's available, keep your rights, and connect directly with audiences. ➡️ Learn more at https://flink.movie Instagram: @flinkmovie Letterboxd: @Flinkmovies Tiktok: @flinkmovie Reach out to us ➡️ klara@flink.movie Thanks for watching, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Who Called Cut? Recorded and mixed by The Podcast Studios, Dublin Executive Producer - Kevin O'Meallain, Back From The Dead Films Assisted by Klara Lendic Cover design - Ena Mjertan

7. 

   27 Aug 2026

   Who Called Cut? Series Trailer

   Who Called Cut? is a filmmaking podcast hosted by award-winning director Richie Smyth, where some of the most exciting creatives sit down for honest conversations about filmmaking. From first features to blockbuster productions, each episode dives into the stories behind the films, the creative process, career-defining moments, mistakes, breakthroughs, and everything that happens between "action" and "cut." Each episode, Richie sits down with directors to discuss their latest work, the realities of directing, collaborating with actors, overcoming creative challenges, and the moments that shaped their career. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, a film student, or simply obsessed with cinema, Who Called Cut? offers an inside look at how great films actually get made. 🎥 Listen to new episodes every Tuesday. Looking for a better way to release your film? A better way to reach a larger audience? flink.movie is a self-distribution platform created by filmmakers, for filmmakers. Upload your film, set your own price, choose where it's available, keep your rights, and connect directly with audiences. ➡️ Learn more at https://flink.movie Instagram: @flinkmovie Letterboxd: @Flinkmovies Tiktok: @flinkmovie Reach out to us ➡️ klara@flink.movie Thanks for watching, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Who Called Cut? Recorded and mixed by The Podcast Studios, Dublin Executive Producer - Kevin O'Meallain, Back From The Dead Films Assisted by Klara Lendic Cover design - Ena Mjertan

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