Chris Mul's guest appearances

Chris Mul

KUCI: Film School

Behind The Lens

Following Films Podcast

Leon Lee

Pi Ware

Matt Porter

D.W. Thomas

Dana Nachman

Larry Fessenden

Michael Grodner

Will McFadden

Dan Mirvish

Adam Linkenhelt

Nena Erb

Aneesh Chaganty

Peter Baxter

Michael Melski

Renji Philip

OwlTail

Shraysi Tandon

One of our most interesting and fascinating episodes of BEHIND THE LENS thanks to special guests writer/director CHRIS MUL and writer/director SHRAYSI TANDON. When I say "fascinating", I'm talking about writer/director CHRIS MUL and his latest film ASTRAL.  A fascinating and intense meld of the ideas behind astral projection and the centuries-old history of "Shadow People" and sleep paralysis, ASTRAL started as the germ of an idea thanks to co-writer MICHAEL MUL's own interest in astral projection.  From there, the brothers creativity took off and crafted an intriguing narrative story of a young man using astral projection to connect with his dead mother.  Making the story of ASTRAL even more fascinating is that lead actor FRANK DILLANE himself had experienced sleep paralysis which is the gateway to "Shadow People."  Listen as Chris talks about the film's visual design, something that for him starts in the writing phase, working with cinematographer Charles Heales and their use of negative space and VFX, as well as the thematically subconscious use of color which comes to life in the production design of Madeau Christou. Plus, the research that went into this story. Then news journalist turned documentary filmmaker SHRAYSI TANDON joins us talking about her debut documentary INVISIBLE HANDS.  Exploring the subject of child labor and trafficking around the globe (and that includes the United States), her passion for factual truth-telling is at the forefront of the discussion just as it permeates the entire film.  The statistics alone are frightening and given that, it is surprising that this is the first documentary to focus on the subject.  Listen as Shraysi talks about her process in crafting the film visually, and with a throughline of story, obtaining interviews from experts, as well as the Herculean task of editing.  And something I found interesting is the discussion on the learning curve from tv news journalist to filmmaker. But before we get to Chris and Shraysi, we're talking BLACKkKLANSMAN.  Hot into awards season and with BLACKkKLANSMAN already picking up some nominations (Independent Spirit Award  nomination for Adam Driver for Best Supporting Actor), we dive into the cinematography of the film with CHAYSE IRVIN as he talks with us in a prerecorded exclusive interview about his approach to the visual design of the film, working with director Spike Lee, and shooting on Kodak Ektachrome and Vision 3 film.http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

One of our most interesting and fascinating episodes of BEHIND THE LENS thanks to special guests writer/director CHRIS MUL and writer/director SHRAYSI TANDON. When I say "fascinating", I'm talking about writer/director CHRIS MUL and his latest film ASTRAL.  A fascinating and intense meld of the ideas behind astral projection and the centuries-old history of "Shadow People" and sleep paralysis, ASTRAL started as the germ of an idea thanks to co-writer MICHAEL MUL's own interest in astral projection.  From there, the brothers creativity took off and crafted an intriguing narrative story of a young man using astral projection to connect with his dead mother.  Making the story of ASTRAL even more fascinating is that lead actor FRANK DILLANE himself had experienced sleep paralysis which is the gateway to "Shadow People."  Listen as Chris talks about the film's visual design, something that for him starts in the writing phase, working with cinematographer Charles Heales and their use of negative space and VFX, as well as the thematically subconscious use of color which comes to life in the production design of Madeau Christou. Plus, the research that went into this story. <br><br>Then news journalist turned documentary filmmaker SHRAYSI TANDON joins us talking about her debut documentary INVISIBLE HANDS.  Exploring the subject of child labor and trafficking around the globe (and that includes the United States), her passion for factual truth-telling is at the forefront of the discussion just as it permeates the entire film.  The statistics alone are frightening and given that, it is surprising that this is the first documentary to focus on the subject.  Listen as Shraysi talks about her process in crafting the film visually, and with a throughline of story, obtaining interviews from experts, as well as the Herculean task of editing.  And something I found interesting is the discussion on the learning curve from tv news journalist to filmmaker. But before we get to Chris and Shraysi, we're talking BLACKkKLANSMAN.  Hot into awards season and with BLACKkKLANSMAN already picking up some nominations (Independent Spirit Award  nomination for Adam Driver for Best Supporting Actor), we dive into the cinematography of the film with CHAYSE IRVIN as he talks with us in a prerecorded exclusive interview about his approach to the visual design of the film, working with director Spike Lee, and shooting on Kodak Ektachrome and Vision 3 film.<br><br><a href="http://behindthelensonline.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://behindthelensonline.net</a> <a href="http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com</a>

BEHIND THE LENS #193: Featuring Chris Mul and Shraysi Tandon

ASTRAL is the story of a son coming to terms with the explanation of his mother's untimely death. Searching for answers, Alex turns to spiritual contact after the relationship with his father breaks down. As a student of metaphysics, Alex learns of the "scientific" premise of astral projection-the ability to project your spirit into an unseen spatial dimension. Attempting to astral project, Alex becomes plagued by shadow spirits-malevolent entities vying to enter his body to access our world. Alex soon learns that he is not the only member of his family to have been besieged by such beings, as his mother's dark past is brought to his attention. ASTRAL was co-written by Chris and Michael Mul and is Chris Mul's directorial debut. The film stars Frank Dillane (FEAR THE WALKING DEAD) and features a bright up-and-coming cast of young actors.  Vertical Entertainment will release ASTRAL in a multi-city theatrical release with markets including LA and NY among others on November 23. The film will also be made available on digital platforms such as iTunes, Amazon, Google Play, Xbox, Fandango Now, Direct TV, Dish Network and through local cable providers. Director and co-writer Chris Mul (Michael Mul) joins us to talk about shooting his slick and stylish psychological thriller on an insanely tight production schedule while trying to optimize the performances from talented cast of young actors.

Astral / Film School Radio interview with Director Chris Mul

ASTRAL is the feature-length film debut of director Chris Mul. The film is about a detached university student who faces the consequences of astral projection when he uses it to reconnect with his dead mother. The film will be available on VOD and in theatres on Friday, November 23rd.

Interview w/ Chris Mul Director of Astral