Behind the Screen

About this original series

Behind the Screen is here to support a culture of independent cinema and an appreciation for the art of movie making.It is by students at the New England Institute of Art and hosted Tim Jackson. Several times each month we have interviews and discussions with artists, craftsman, critics, and cinephiles on indie films and a range of movie topics.

Episodes of Behind the Screen

    • Play OXYMORONS with Johnny Hickey & Brendan Brennan - Behind the Screen on Blip Behind the Screen episodes on Blip

      OXYMORONS with Johnny Hickey & Brendan Brennan

      Tim Jackson talks with Johnny Hickey and Brendan Brennan about “Oxymorons,” a new film shot in Charlestown, MA. The action-packed plot, which shows the ugly side of drugs and violence, is based on Hickey’s unbelievable life story.

      • Release date
        Oct 30, 2009
      • Runtime
        15:34
    • Play Humpday with Dan McCallum - Behind the Screen on Blip Behind the Screen episodes on Blip

      Humpday with Dan McCallum

      Dan McCallum and Tim Jackson explore the new comedy, Humpday, by director Lynn Shelton. They discuss the thematic elements, acting styles, and artistic decisions made in the film.

      • Release date
        Jul 24, 2009
      • Runtime
        10:10
    • Play Children's Films with Sir John and Isaac Hargrave - Behind the Screen on Blip Behind the Screen episodes on Blip

      Children's Films with Sir John and Isaac Hargrave

      Sir John Hargave and son Issac join Tim Jackson to talk about popular modern films for kids. Some of the films covered include ?Curious George,? ?Alvin and the Chipmunks,? and ?Beethoven.?

      • Release date
        Jul 23, 2009
      • Runtime
        10:29
    • Play The Hurt Locker with Sheldon Mirowitz - Behind the Screen on Blip Behind the Screen episodes on Blip

      The Hurt Locker with Sheldon Mirowitz

      Sheldon Mirowitz and Tim Jackson explore Katherine Bigalow's extraordinary new war film set in Iraq.

      • Release date
        Jul 21, 2009
      • Runtime
        14:00
    • Play Burma VJ with Art Cohen - Behind the Screen on Blip Behind the Screen episodes on Blip

      Burma VJ with Art Cohen

      Art Cohen and Tim Jackson discuss the film Burma VJ and the significance of new media and documentary film.

      • Release date
        Jul 10, 2009
      • Runtime
        18:48
    • Play Part 2: Music for Movies with Sheldon Mirowitz - Behind the Screen on Blip Behind the Screen episodes on Blip

      Part 2: Music for Movies with Sheldon Mirowitz

      Part two of a discussion on music in film. Sheldon Mirowitz and Tim Jackson talk about modern composers and the work that they do for film today.

      • Release date
        Jul 10, 2009
      • Runtime
        09:59
    • Play Part 1: Music for Movies with Sheldon Mirowitz - Behind the Screen on Blip Behind the Screen episodes on Blip

      Part 1: Music for Movies with Sheldon Mirowitz

      Tim Jackson and Sheldon Mirowitz begin a discussion about composers and the use of music in contemporary films.

      • Release date
        Jul 10, 2009
      • Runtime
        10:31
    • Play Goodbye Solo with Brian Tamm - Behind the Screen on Blip Behind the Screen episodes on Blip

      Goodbye Solo with Brian Tamm

      Brian Tamm and Tim Jackson discuss Amin Bahrini's film and the style of new realism in the director's work. Then, they explore what the film says about a changing America, particularly in The South.

      • Release date
        Jun 17, 2009
      • Runtime
        14:28
    • Play The Girlfriend Experience with Sheldon Mirowitz - Behind the Screen on Blip Behind the Screen episodes on Blip

      The Girlfriend Experience with Sheldon Mirowitz

      Sheldon Mirowitz and Tim Jackson discuss elements and themes that occur within The Girlfriend Experience. They also explore the real social critique behind Steven Soderbergh's provocative new film.

      • Release date
        Jun 17, 2009
      • Runtime
        17:28
    • Play Every Little Step and Valentino with JeanDo Sifantus - Behind the Screen on Blip Behind the Screen episodes on Blip

      Every Little Step and Valentino with JeanDo Sifa...

      Independent and Foreign Film - Tim Jackson and JeanDo Sifantus discuss two documentary films: Every Little Step and Valentino: The Last Emperor. Jackson and Sifantus delve into Valentino: The Last Emperor, which offers a glimpse into the lavish life of designer Valentino Garavani, who dominated the world of fashion for nearly 45 years. The two also discuss Every Little Step, a documentary that traces the recent Broadway revival and original production of A Chorus Line.

      • Release date
        Jun 5, 2009
      • Runtime
        17:37
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