OPENING CREDITS® Podcast

Keep your wigs on, Emmy and BAFTA-winning Hair & Makeup Designer Erika Ökvist is on the podcast this week to tell us how she balanced aesthetics with authenticity when crafting the stunning looks in 'Bridgerton.'In this episode, Erika shares her industry secrets, like how she created the look for Penelope's striking transformation, and tells us how she evolves the style and fashion with every season of the show.She also addresses her critics by giving us a lesson in real period make up (oil and soot eyebrows, anyone?) and explains why she always prioritises character and story over historical accuracy.Meanwhile, Laura fills us in on her trip down under, and Steve has been running to raise money for charity, donate below!DONATE TO STEVE'S HALF-MARATHON FUNDRAISER:https://www.gofundme.com/f/chloe-steve-bonnieSOCIALSErika's Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/erika_okvist_makeup_designerOPENING CREDITS® Instagramwww.instagram.com/openingcreditsOPENING CREDITS® TikTokwww.tiktok.com/@weareopeningcredits

We may have peaked... we have our first Director on the show this week! Georgi Banks-Davies joins us to talk about the modern-day Greek mythology that is 'KAOS' on Netflix - "Blessed Olympia!"Forget what you think you know about what a Director does, Georgi is here to bust some myths of her own and tell us what the job really involves, and whether you even need to direct the God himself, Jeff Goldblum.From the world of commercials and Sundance-listed short films, to starting a creative partnership with Billie Piper on 'I Hate Suzie,' Georgi shares how her rule-breaking style led to her creating the heavenly and hellish worlds of 'KAOS.'FOLLOW US FOR MORE!Instagramwww.instagram.com/openingcreditsTikTokwww.tiktok.com/@weareopeningcredits

And we're back! Steve and Laura are kicking off Season 4 by meeting the Costume Designer of the hit Netflix show 'The Gentlemen.'Loulou Bontemps joins us this week to tell us how she created the looks of the toffs, the gangsters and everyone in between in Guy Ritchie's action comedy series, including that now infamous chicken suit.She also talks us through the workings of the costume department, how she got started in the industry, and gives us some hints as to what she has in store for Season 2 of the show.Meanwhile, Crew Confessions is back! This time around we want to hear your guilty pleasures and hidden gems, so send them in via our socials!FOLLOW US!Instagramwww.instagram.com/openingcreditsTikTokwww.tiktok.com/@weareopeningcredits

For the Season 3 finale we've brought back the Pod Quiz, but this time it's Laura's turn to ask the questions.Listen to Stephen squirm as his knowledge of the past 10 episodes is put to the test, and hear some of the best bits from this Season's guests.This time there's a Ted Lasso fancy dress theme for absolutely no reason, but make sure you check out the socials to see the all expense spared Ted and Rebecca costumes...FOLLOW US!Instagramwww.instagram.com/openingcreditsTikTokwww.tiktok.com/@weareopeningcredits

We were in the dark about film set lighting, so we had the bright idea to track down a Practical Electrician, aka a Prac Spark, aka Danny Fealey, to illuminate us.Danny joins us fresh from the set of 'Deadpool 3' to shed some light on watt those bright Sparks get up to...What's the difference between a Spark, a Gaffer and a Rigger?How much of it is real, and how much of it is fake?Do they still work on films that are set before electricity existed?Also this week, there's a triple helping of your Crew Confessions, a questionable Keir Starmer impression, and some exciting 'Severance' news!FOLLOW US!Instagramwww.instagram.com/openingcreditsTikTokwww.tiktok.com/@weareopeningcredits

The double-whammy of Covid and the actors' strikes in recent years has had a significant impact on the crew in the film & TV industry, so this week we're putting the focus on mental health to find out what is being done about it.Matt Longley from 6ft From The Spotlight joins us to talk about his job as a Wellbeing Facilitator - a relatively new role that's being introduced on more and more film sets.Matt explains what he is doing to help, and highlights various ways that crew members can get advice if they're struggling in these tough times.You can find our more information at the links below, and make sure to follow our socials to see how you can get involved in our upcoming Instagram Live Q&A with Matt.LINKS6ft From the Spotlightwww.6ftfrom.org6ft From the Spotlight Instagramwww.instagram.com/6ftfromThe Film & TV Charitywww.filmtvcharity.org.ukFOLLOW US!Instagramwww.instagram.com/openingcreditsTikTokwww.tiktok.com/@weareopeningcredits

In this second and final part of our VFX special with Territory Studio, we meet the Founder and Creative Director; David Sheldon-Hicks.David talks us through his journey into filmmaking, via the music industry, and how he came to set up the worldwide VFX studio. He tells us about the favourite projects he's worked on, from his first Marvel movie 'Guardians of the Galaxy,' to this year's epic 'Dune: Part Two'.We also discuss how the Apple Vision Pro headset is making science fiction a reality, and how David thinks AI will change the future of movies.Make sure you listen to part 1 to go on a behind-the-scenes tour of Territory Studio!LINKS:Territory Studio websitewww.territorystudio.comFollow us!INSTAGRAMTIKTOK

Discover how visual effects are made in the first of our 2-part special with Territory Studio.If you've seen any major movies in recent years then you would've definitely seen their work; 'Guardians of the Galaxy', 'Blade Runner 2049', 'Ready Player One'; anything you saw on a screen was made by the magicians at Territory Studio.In this episode, join Stephen as he goes on a behind-the-scenes tour of their London studio and meets some of the team, including the Graphic Designer who made the key art for the new 'Federer: Twelve Final Days' documentary, and a Motion Designer who worked on 'Dune: Part Two.'Make sure you follow our socials to see some of their work, as well as a video tour of the studio!LINKS:Territory Studio websitewww.territorystudio.comFollow us!INSTAGRAMTIKTOK

You are cordially invited to join our chat with this week’s guest of honour; the Art Director of 'Bridgerton' Season 3, Adam Grant! Adam takes us behind-the-scenes in this episode by talking us through the incredible sets he designed for the hit Netflix show, including the ballrooms, the Cowper residence and that iconic Penelope staircase (IYKYK). He also tells us about his work on other period dramas including 'Victoria' and 'The Irregulars'. Meanwhile, we have another hilarious made up movie plot from a listener in this week’s Crew Confessions, and we chat about the new trailer for Laura’s most recent film project, 'Paddington in Peru'! LINKS:Adam Grant’s websitewww.adamgrantdesign.co.ukSophie Moore’s websitewww.sophiemooredesign.comFollow us!INSTAGRAMTIKTOK