S4E161 | A Gaffer's Tale: Jim Plannette talks Steven Spielberg, Mel Gibson, and more.

Get Reelisms | An Ode to Filmmaking

Behind the Scenes with Iconic Gaffer Jim Planchett! Join Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen on the Get Reelisms Podcast as they chat with renowned gaffer Jim Plannette. Jim shares insights from his illustrious career, working on classics like E.T., Braveheart, Young Frankenstein, and many more. Discover the challenges and rewards of lighting some of Hollywood's most memorable films, the impact on personal life, and the importance of luck and timing in the film industry. This is a must-watch for filmmaking enthusiasts who want to learn from a true industry veteran!

Hosts: Adam Rani (@adamthechase) & Christine Chen (@cchenmtf)

Guest: Jim Plannette

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00:00 The Realities of Working in the Film Industry

00:46 Introduction to the Get Reelisms Podcast

01:11 Meeting Jim and His Work on E.T.

02:54 Jim's Favorite Film Projects 04:19 Challenges and Memorable Moments in Filmmaking

05:16 Jim's Journey into the Film Industry

06:39 Union Struggles and Early Career

07:20 Working on Iconic Films: From Andromeda Strain to Chinatown

09:57 Balancing Personal Life and Film Work

15:30 Shooting in Black and White: Young Frankenstein and Beyond

20:33 The Evolution of Black and White Film

21:48 Behind the Scenes of Ocean's 11

24:41 Challenges in Production Design

28:19 Filming Braveheart: A Unique Experience

33:52 Working with Steven Soderbergh

35:54 Conclusion and Future Plans

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