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Dexter Fletcher on Indie Debuts to Studio Blockbusters: Rocketman, Bohemian Rhapsody, Wild Bill, Ghosted & Directing Actors and action [From the Vault]

August 19, 2026 thefilmmakerspodcast Leave a comment

Directing Blockbusters: Dexter Fletcher on Rocketman, Ghosted & Surviving Studio Pressure

While we prep our upcoming Business of Film Special, we are unlocking the vault to revisit one of our most popular masterclasses with the brilliant actor-turned-director Dexter Fletcher!

Having transitioned from his indie debut Wild Bill to directing massive studio hits like Eddie the Eagle, Rocketman, Bohemian Rhapsody, and the action-packed Ghosted, Dexter knows exactly what it takes to navigate every level of the filmmaking industry. In this archived special, Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir sit down with Dexter to break down his incredible journey.

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George Jaques on The Filmmakers Podcast Talking Sunny Dancer

Writing, Producing & Directing Bella Ramsey & Neil Patrick Harris: George Jaques on ‘Sunny Dancer’ & The Second Feature Hustle

August 13, 2026 thefilmmakerspodcast Leave a comment

Leveling Up the Second Feature: George Jaques on Directing Sunny Dancer, Bella Ramsey & Neil Patrick Harris

How do you transition from a £500k indie debut to a massive ensemble feature starring some of the biggest names in television and film? This week on The Filmmakers Podcast, Giles Alderson sits down with returning guest, writer-director George Jaques (Black Dog), to discuss his stunning second feature, Sunny Dancer.

Set against the backdrop of a summer camp for young cancer survivors, Sunny Dancer is a funny, warm, and deeply moving coming-of-age story that actively rejects hospital drama clichés. George breaks down his entire process, from pitching the script to Bella Ramsey and casting Neil Patrick Harris over Zoom, to creating an authentic, bond-filled atmosphere for his young cast on set in Scotland.

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