Stories, Controversy & Band-aids

著者: Michel Grey & Sylvia Greif
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  • American filmmaker Michel Grey and Swiss artist Sylvia Greif dive into the chaotic world of film and television production with their distinctive, offbeat style. In their first season, they explore their latest project—a documentary and screenplay unraveling Sylvia's family's hidden secrets. As they delve into a tale of international espionage, elite society, and political coups in South America, they expose the raw struggles, triumphs, and compromises behind producing powerful media content.

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  • No Permits, No Limits: Filming Espionage at the Plaza Hotel
    2024/10/22

    Their production crew joins Sylvia and Michel at New York’s Plaza Hotel as they continue to work on their documentary. They introduce key team members—Ken Farrington, Line Producer; Anthony Berenato Jr, Director of Photography; Lucy Pratt, Production Assistant; and Zoie, the crew's mascot. The group reflects on their filming week, discussing the intriguing spy elements of the story, which uncovers classified documents and historical espionage. The conversation touches on the challenges of filming in New York without permits, personal revelations about Sylvia’s adoptive parents' involvement in espionage during WWII, and the psychological toll of keeping such secrets. The team also discusses documentary filmmaking's unpredictability, sharing technical details and personal insights.

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    31 分
  • When The Sun Goes To Sleep
    2024/10/15

    Sylvia and Michel debate American versus Swiss chocolate while the group which includes guest, Producer Ken Farrington reflects on the evolving and ever-changing film industry for indie filmmakers. They discuss Sylvia's superpower ability to sleep, her hikes, and finding peace while contrasting the serenity of nature with the fast-paced world. They share personal stories of near burnout, but also of perseverance and the importance of surrounding oneself with positive collaborators, highlighting the balance between the stress and excitement of filmmaking.

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    32 分
  • South of France Glamour & Mysteries
    2024/10/08

    This episode finds Sylvia and Michel exploring Sylvia's family history, the luxurious experiences at their South of France estate, Medy Roc, and the emotional journey of uncovering family secrets. Sylvia recalls her family's extravagant life, including lavish parties attended by celebrities like David Niven, and famous films such as Diamonds Are Forever being shot at their property. They discuss the privacy and discretion of that era compared to today’s social media-driven world, while also touching on possible covert activities in the area and interactions with political figures like the president of Peru.

    Sylvia reflects on her upbringing, which balanced her free-spirited nature with her mother's strict control, leading to rebellious acts like being expelled from multiple boarding schools. The hosts delve into Sylvia's artistic journey, including her early performances and hanging backstage on tour with the Eurythmics' Dave Stewart.

    As they contemplate taking a DNA test to uncover more about Sylvia’s biological parents, the discussion turns introspective, with Sylvia expressing uncertainty about whether her mother would have approved of this search. There is a sense of intrigue and concern, as they wonder if there are hidden truths or people who might not want these secrets revealed.

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    29 分

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American filmmaker Michel Grey and Swiss artist Sylvia Greif dive into the chaotic world of film and television production with their distinctive, offbeat style. In their first season, they explore their latest project—a documentary and screenplay unraveling Sylvia's family's hidden secrets. As they delve into a tale of international espionage, elite society, and political coups in South America, they expose the raw struggles, triumphs, and compromises behind producing powerful media content.

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