the Inspiration

Ever wondered what fills the world’s most creative minds?
Feed your inspiration with our regular columns.

27^th Aug

OnMyRadar:ChelseaLupkin

Greenpoint Pictures director Chelsea Lupkin says she is pleasantly horrified by a film's marketing campaign, admits to crying at a monster movie, and explains why drifting's "smoking tires and impressive driving manoeuvres" has influenced her career.

22^nd Aug

Playlist:JocelynAnquetil

20^th Aug

OnMyRadar:EmilyWilcox

19^th Aug

Peer Review: Kelly Lyon ACE

Arts Academy editor Kelly Lyon, ACE shares her admiration for masterpieces from Severance to Making a Murderer, tells us why The Office is the holy grail of editing, and emphasises the power of a good cut in bringing comedy to life.

14^th Aug

Peer Review: Savannah O'Leary

From imaginative narratives to creative cuts, SLMBR PRTY director Savannah O’Leary talks us through a diverse selection of films that inspire her, and explains why being able to kill your darlings is a director's most valuable skill.

13^th Aug

On My Radar: Marcus Tortorici

Marcus Tortorici, director at Voyager, enjoys revisiting his passion for photography, was left breathless by Alex Garland's recent project, and cites a Coen Brothers masterpiece as having a "profound impact".

12^th Aug

Alice Kong: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Partizan director Alice Kong talks us through the thrifting treasures, sought-after shrub, and peeing pooches that fill her New York abode.

8^th Aug

Playlist: Justin Sirizzotti

Justin Sirizzotti, Associate Creative Director at PXP, chats Dungeons and Dragons, his favourite directors and advances in music promo technology.

6^th Aug

On My Radar: Dionne Loftus

NM Productions' director Dionne Loftus namechecks John Waters, Jerry Seinfeld and Danny Dyer as she reveals what's on her creative radar.

Around the world

On Location is a column that gives a boots-on-the-ground look at some amazing cities, brought to you by local production experts.

11^th Aug

OnLocation...Shanghai

MPC Shanghai Creative Director Barry Greaves gives us a tour of this incredible city, spanning the historic Bund to the Jing'an temple and its surrounds, offering something for everyone who visits.

30^th Jun

OnLocation...Barcelona

Barcelona is an expanse of delightful architecture, incredible food, and beautiful beaches, and we asked Jordi Molla, Production Ambassador for Twentyfour Seven to give us a guided tour of his city.

28^th Jul

OnLocation...Budapest

From Angel Films' production service mavens Zsofi Kende and Enikő Palchuber, comes a guided tour around Budapest, from rooftop bars to ancient amphitheaters, plus some recommended Hungarian street food.

9^th Jun

OnLocation...Athens

Maria Kopanou, Executive Producer, Green Olive Films, gives us the foodie's tour of Athens, shows off the beachfront locales, and recalls her fondest Akropolis memory.

2^nd Jun

OnLocation...Vilnius

Ema Čielytė, Production Manager at Magic Vilnius, guides us around the city; it's luxurious hotels and well-stocked whisky bars and its love of hot air balloons, and explains why the capital of Lithuania is the 'g-spot' of Europe.

31^st Jul

Peer Review: Jake Mavity

Slash director Jake Mavity talks about the chemistry of casting, nurturing creativity, and the filmmakers who have impacted his career from Spike Jones to the Coen Brothers.

30^th Jul

On My Radar: Dave Wood

SLASH director, Dave Wood is thankful that technology allows for immediate images of racoons in funny hats, can find no flaws in a Cohen brothers classic, and is unsure about friendship if you don't like Terry Tate.