About this podcast
What do these things all have in common?
The Elephant Man, The Producers, Vanilla Sky, Academy Awards, Viral Hits, Famous Actors, Untold Stories, Hollywood secrets, may the Schwartz be with you, life lessons, business lessons, special forces, world travel and impossible adventures?
You guessed it... The WrapBook Podcast with Jonathan Sanger, Academy award winning Hollywood producer, and Daniel Brea. Award winning media producer and entertainment entrepreneur.
Join us for hard to believe stories, exciting conversations and golden nuggets you never knew about some of your favorite films and media projects. In this joint venture of classic big Hollywood and new online media, exciting new discoveries are made, secrets revealed and topics discussed that will keep every film & media fan and professional laughing, thinking and saying "wow...I never knew THAT!".
So wether you're an avid fan of films and television, an aspiring or established actor, filmmaker or entrepreneur... You should not miss a single episode of The WrapBook Podcast.
It's just as entertaining as it is surprising and educational.
See you inside! And PLEASE share this with a friend who needs a break from life!
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Episodes
The newest 20 of 34 episodes
- The Art of Storytelling: From Documentaries to Features · 1 h 12 min · Season 2 Episode 34Filmmakers Daniel Brea and Jonathan Sanger break down the delicate dance between fiction and reality in storytelling. From the chaos of documentary filmmaking to the discipline…
- Inside the Mind's of Directors: Lynch, Crowe, Friedkin & More · 1 h 10 min · Season 2 Episode 33Every director has their own way of bringing stories to life—and some methods couldn’t be more different. In this episode, producer Daniel Brea and Oscar-winning producer…
- Evolution of 'The Minute Men': From Concept to Franchise with Chris Connelly · 1 h 6 min · Season 2 Episode 32Oscar-winning producer Jonathan Sanger and producer Daniel Brea talk with Chris Connelly, the co-creator of 'The Minute Men.' – a new sci-fi property he developed with his…
- IP (Intellectual Property) vs. Stories: The War of Filmmaking · 60 min · Season 2 Episode 31Franchises, remakes, adaptations... Hollywood’s obsessed with intellectual properties -- IP-driven projects based on novels, graphic novels, video games or successful movies…
- So You're Scripts Done. Now What? · 57 min · Season 2 Episode 30✍️ Finished your script but don’t know what’s next? In this episode, we break down how to turn screenplays into films — from indie projects to Hollywood productions. Learn the…
- Directing Lynch: Twin Peaks, Vision & the Struggle for Creative Control · 1 h 3 min · Season 2 Episode 29Directing Lynch: Twin Peaks, Vision & the Struggle for Creative Control – Daniel Brea and Jonathan Sanger explore what it’s like to direct a David Lynch project, the delicate…
- Snow White & The Colorblind Casting...And Other Controversial Topics · 1 h 2 min · Season 2 Episode 28Jonathan Sanger and Daniel Brea discuss the latest Snow White controversy and the broader implications of Hollywood's evolving approach to casting. From the Grimm Brothers'…
- The Real Cost of an Oscar: Hollywood, Hype & Playing the Game · 1 h 18 min · Season 2 Episode 27🎬 The Real Cost of an Oscar: Hollywood, Hype & Playing the Game – Daniel Brea and Jonathan Sanger dive into the massive marketing budgets behind Oscar campaigns, how indie films…
- Finding the Story and Breaking the Rules · 1 h 10 min · Season 2 Episode 26🎬 Finding the Story and Breaking the Rules – Daniel Brea and Jonathan Sanger dive into the art of storytelling, the challenges of editing, and when to break the rules in…
- Paraiso Travel - Immigration, nude scenes and stolen shots... · 1 h 3 min · Season 2 Episode 25Inside the Filmmaker’s Mind with Jonathan Sanger & Daniel Brea 🎙️ In this episode, filmmaker Daniel Brea sits down with legendary producer Jonathan Sanger (The Elephant Man…
- Film Awards & Festivals: BS or Worth it? · 55 min · Season 2 Episode 24🎬 Do Awards Really Matter? The Hidden Truth About Film Festivals & Hollywood’s Biggest Honors! 🏆 In this episode, we dive deep into the controversial world of film awards and…
- Remembering David Lynch · 53 min · Season 2 Episode 23In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode, co-host Jonathan Sanger reflects on the life and legacy of his dear friend and collaborator, David Lynch. Jonathan, an…
- Jonathan Sanger’s Leap into Horror | Behind 100 Feet · 1 h 1 min · Season 1 Episode 22🎬 "Jonathan Sanger’s Leap into Horror | Behind 100 Feet" 🎬 The Horror Movie You’ve Never Seen (But Should!) In this episode, we uncover the fascinating story behind Jonathan…
- How Movies Are Made | Manifesting From Nothing · 1 h 24 min · Season 1 Episode 21🎬 Get ready for a fun and insightful episode as film producers Jonathan Sanger and Daniel Brea talk about the magic of finding your voice in filmmaking! 🎥✨ They dive into why…
- Down Came the Blackbird | Jonathan Sanger’s Last Dive into Darkness · 57 min · Season 1 Episode 20🎬 Get ready to be captivated! In this episode, Jonathan Sanger, acclaimed producer and director takes us on a riveting journey through the making of Down Came a Blackbird, a film…
- Ferne Cassel | Fame or Fit? The Casting Dilemma · 1 h 7 min · Season 1 Episode 19🎬"Fame or Fit? The Casting Dilemma"🎬 In this episode, renowned casting director Ferne Cassel shares her invaluable perspective on one of the most crucial aspects of filmmaking…
- Affordable Filmmaking | Turning Concepts into Cinematic Reality · 1 h 19 min · Season 1 Episode 18In this exciting episode, we unlock the secrets of creating high-quality films without breaking the bank! From personal stories about making home videos with the family to…
- Matthew Gratzner | Do Special Effects Make or Break a Movie? · 1 h 28 min · Season 1 Episode 17🎙️ Meet the Master of Movie Magic! And visit his website! Www.MatthewGratzner.com 🎬In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented Matthew Gratzner—visual effects…
- Good but Cheap Films | How to make them · 1 h 4 min · Season 1 Episode 16🎬 Lights, Camera, Budget! 🎬 In this episode, we dive deep into the world of low-budget filmmaking with a treasure trove of insider tips, tricks, and examples! Learn how to…
- Billy Friedkin | The Wrecking Ball · 55 min · Season 1 Episode 15🎬 Lights, Camera, Action! 🎬 In this thrilling episode, we dive deep into the unsung heroes of the film industry—producers! Ever wondered what all those titles like "line…
