Sarah Colt's guest appearances

Sarah Colt

KUCI: Film School

The Mouse Castle Lounge Podcast: Disney News and Interviews, Cocktails and Conversations

Behind The Lens

Jason Loftus

Leslie Thomas

Matt Porter

Dan Mirvish

Frances Causey

Parker Phillips

Pat McGee

Dana Nachman

Chris Mul

Greg Kinnear

Peter Baxter

Mickey Reece

Max Azulay

Michele Remsen

Piper Laurie

OwlTail

Sarah Colt and Josh Gleason’s documentary THE DISRUPTED asked the question, what do a farmer in Kansas, a laid-off factory worker in Ohio, and an Uber driver in Florida have in common? All three are resourceful, positive thinkers who strive to adapt and thrive despite dehumanizing forces at play in the American economy. Donn is a fifth-generation farmer, struggling to hold on to 900 acres of land uncle made a full-time living raising crops and livestock. But in the last decade, corporate consolidation and free-falling commodity prices have made it impossible for small farms to achieve a profit. Cheryl didn’t plan on becoming a driver for Uber and Lyft. She spent years working her way up the ladder in the mortgage industry as a single mother raising three kids. But her career came to an abrupt halt in 2008 when the crash bankrupted her employer. For Pete the closure of the 3M sponge factory, where Pete held a union job for 12 years, is the latest chapter in the city’s decades- long deindustrialization into the Rust Belt. As the film’s heroes face these roadblocks with courage, certain ideals remain sacred: family, love, and staying strong in the face of adversity. Lush cinematography galvanizes a sense of place and, as the narrative unfolds, the intimacy with the characters results in an emotionally rich observational drama. Ultimately, THE DISRUPTED reveals a collective American experience of financial challenge, family resilience, and the quest for the purpose and dignity of work. Co-director Sarah Colt (Josh Gleason) stops by to talk about the unraveling of the American Dream and the cruel trajectory of economic deprivation and the systemic failure of any feasible path forward. For news, updates and screenings go to: thedisruptedfilm.comTake Action at: thedisruptedfilm.com/take-action

Sarah Colt and Josh Gleason’s documentary THE DISRUPTED asked the question, what do a farmer in Kansas, a laid-off factory worker in Ohio, and an Uber driver in Florida have in common? All three are resourceful, positive thinkers who strive to adapt and thrive despite dehumanizing forces at play in the American economy. Donn is a fifth-generation farmer, struggling to hold on to 900 acres of land uncle made a full-time living raising crops and livestock. But in the last decade, corporate consolidation and free-falling commodity prices have made it impossible for small farms to achieve a profit. Cheryl didn’t plan on becoming a driver for Uber and Lyft. She spent years working her way up the ladder in the mortgage industry as a single mother raising three kids. But her career came to an abrupt halt in 2008 when the crash bankrupted her employer. For Pete the closure of the 3M sponge factory, where Pete held a union job for 12 years, is the latest chapter in the city’s decades- long deindustrialization into the Rust Belt. As the film’s heroes face these roadblocks with courage, certain ideals remain sacred: family, love, and staying strong in the face of adversity. Lush cinematography galvanizes a sense of place and, as the narrative unfolds, the intimacy with the characters results in an emotionally rich observational drama. Ultimately, THE DISRUPTED reveals a collective American experience of financial challenge, family resilience, and the quest for the purpose and dignity of work. Co-director Sarah Colt (Josh Gleason) stops by to talk about the unraveling of the American Dream and the cruel trajectory of economic deprivation and the systemic failure of any feasible path forward. For news, updates and screenings go to: <a href="http://thedisruptedfilm.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thedisruptedfilm.com</a> Take Action at: <a href="http://thedisruptedfilm.com/take-action" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thedisruptedfilm.com/take-action</a>

The Disrupted / Film School Radio interview with Director Sarah Colt

It's another diverse and interesting #BTLRadioShow this week as we take chat live with director and documentarian SARAH COLT about her independent feature directorial debut with THE DISRUPTED.  Plus, hear what writer/director MARK WILLIAMS has to say in our exclusive interview about his latest film, HONEST THIEF. First up, take a listen to writer/director MARK WILLIAMS as he talks about his latest film HONEST THIEF starring Liam Neeson and Kate Walsh, along with Robert Patrick, Jeffrey Donovan, Jai Courtney, and Anthony Ramos.  And let's not forget Tazzie the dog!  Perhaps best known for his work as a producer behind films like A Dark Place, The Accountant, Flawless, and The Canyon, as well as producing and writing the Emmy-winning tv series Ozark, and directing Gerard Butler in the feature A Family Man, Williams now steps back into the directing chair with his sophomore feature, HONEST THIEF.  With a comfortable and familiar feel thanks to Liam Neeson in well-trod territory of the action crime thriller as a former bank robber who was never identified and never caught but now wants to return the stolen money and come clean, Williams delivers a thoroughly entertaining film that soars thanks to the chemistry between Neeson and Walsh, and the old-school man-on-man action and car chases. Boasting some beautiful cinematography thanks to Shelly Johnson (The Last Castle, Expendables 2, A Family Man, Captain America: The First Avenger, Bill &amp; Ted Face the Music ) and sharp editing from Michael Shawver (Black Panther, Creed, Fruitvale Station) take a listen as Mark goes in-depth talking about his process; from idea, themes and each character's motivation to casting to visual design and influences in his collaboration with Shelly Johnson to editing. And then we ask, what do a farmer, a factory worker, and a rideshare driver have in common?  You're about to find out as documentarian SARAH COLT joins us talking about her new film, THE DISRUPTED. Intelligent, insightful, cinematically practical, and with a good sense of humor, Sarah is a joy.  Known best for her years of work with PBS' American Experience, Sarah spreads her filmmaking wings and jumps into the indie world as together with co-director Josh Gleason, takes a look at three average Americans -  Donn, a 5th generation farmer; Cheryl, a rideshare driver; Pete, a factory worker - all who have been affected by the nation's economy. We follow each over the course of about a year as they face economic and personal challenges. No talking heads. No formal interviews. Just a compelling look at fellow Americans trying to have their own "American Dream."  Listen as Sarah talks about her inspiration for THE DISRUPTED, the process of finding the individuals on whom to focus, honing in that focus and finding a through-line, the decision to avoid "talking heads", moral and cinematic considerations when family members and minors are involved, the logistics of travel to shoot the film as each individual is in a different part of the country, working with cinematographer Tom Bergmann, developing a suitable score and working with Troy Herion, and the herculean efforts of editor Lynn True in working with Sarah and Josh to "find" the final film.http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

It's another diverse and interesting #BTLRadioShow this week as we take chat live with director and documentarian SARAH COLT about her independent feature directorial debut with THE DISRUPTED. Plus, hear what writer/director MARK WILLIAMS has to say in our exclusive interview about his latest film, HONEST THIEF. First up, take a listen to writer/director MARK WILLIAMS as he talks about his latest film HONEST THIEF starring Liam Neeson and Kate Walsh, along with Robert Patrick, Jeffrey Donovan, Jai Courtney, and Anthony Ramos. And let's not forget Tazzie the dog! Perhaps best known for his work as a producer behind films like A Dark Place, The Accountant, Flawless, and The Canyon, as well as producing and writing the Emmy-winning tv series Ozark, and directing Gerard Butler in the feature A Family Man, Williams now steps back into the directing chair with his sophomore feature, HONEST THIEF. With a comfortable and familiar feel thanks to Liam Neeson in well-trod territory of the action crime thriller as a former bank robber who was never identified and never caught but now wants to return the stolen money and come clean, Williams delivers a thoroughly entertaining film that soars thanks to the chemistry between Neeson and Walsh, and the old-school man-on-man action and car chases. Boasting some beautiful cinematography thanks to Shelly Johnson (The Last Castle, Expendables 2, A Family Man, Captain America: The First Avenger, Bill &amp; Ted Face the Music ) and sharp editing from Michael Shawver (Black Panther, Creed, Fruitvale Station) take a listen as Mark goes in-depth talking about his process; from idea, themes and each character's motivation to casting to visual design and influences in his collaboration with Shelly Johnson to editing. And then we ask, what do a farmer, a factory worker, and a rideshare driver have in common? You're about to find out as documentarian SARAH COLT joins us talking about her new film, THE DISRUPTED. Intelligent, insightful, cinematically practical, and with a good sense of humor, Sarah is a joy. Known best for her years of work with PBS' American Experience, Sarah spreads her filmmaking wings and jumps into the indie world as together with co-director Josh Gleason, takes a look at three average Americans - Donn, a 5th generation farmer; Cheryl, a rideshare driver; Pete, a factory worker - all who have been affected by the nation's economy. We follow each over the course of about a year as they face economic and personal challenges. No talking heads. No formal interviews. Just a compelling look at fellow Americans trying to have their own "American Dream." Listen as Sarah talks about her inspiration for THE DISRUPTED, the process of finding the individuals on whom to focus, honing in that focus and finding a through-line, the decision to avoid "talking heads", moral and cinematic considerations when family members and minors are involved, the logistics of travel to shoot the film as each individual is in a different part of the country, working with cinematographer Tom Bergmann, developing a suitable score and working with Troy Herion, and the herculean efforts of editor Lynn True in working with Sarah and Josh to "find" the final film. <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 #281: Featuring Sarah Colt

Nearly 50 years after his death, Walt Disney continues to fascinate us. A giant entertainment and media company that he co-founded thrives under his name, and dozens upon dozens of fansites, blogs and podcasts—including this one—exist because of what Walt created: a universe of fantasy and adventure where wishing on stars makes dreams come true and anything is possible with a little faith, trust and pixie dust. While many respect, even idolize Walt, he wasn’t without his detractors—no one who achieved as much success as he did is beyond reproach. For all his talent, creative vision and charisma, he could also be stubborn, short-tempered and distant. In other words, human.   Much has been documented of Walt’s myriad accomplishments in animation, live-action film, television and themed entertainment. That’s the easy part. More complicated is understanding what made Walt tick. What fueled his ambitions? Was his true nature that of the avuncular host TV viewers saw every week, or did he just use it to hide a deeper, darker persona? Many a historian and researcher has attempted to answer these questions with varying levels of success. Filmmaker Sarah Colt is the latest person to join the conversation. Her four-hour documentary, Walt Disney will air over two nights September 14th and 15th on PBS as part of the network’s American Experience series.   Sarah has worked in public television for nearly twenty years. She’s an Emmy Award winner whose directing and producing credits include the documentaries Henry Ford and The Polio Crusade, both for American Experience. In their conversation today, Tim and Sarah talk about how her Walt Disney project came to be and how she managed to make her film with the cooperation--but without the interference--of the Walt Disney Company. We also explore Walt Disney’s legacy and discuss how best to judge his 20th century persona through a 21st century filter. Sarah Colt is Tim's guest today in The Mouse Castle Lounge. www.TheMouseCastle.comRSS Feed: http://themousecastle.libsyn.com/rss

Nearly 50 years after his death, Walt Disney continues to fascinate us. A giant entertainment and media company that he co-founded thrives under his name, and dozens upon dozens of fansites, blogs and podcasts—including this one—exist because of what Walt created: a universe of fantasy and adventure where wishing on stars makes dreams come true and anything is possible with a little faith, trust and pixie dust. While many respect, even idolize Walt, he wasn’t without his detractors—no one who achieved as much success as he did is beyond reproach. For all his talent, creative vision and charisma, he could also be stubborn, short-tempered and distant. In other words, human. Much has been documented of Walt’s myriad accomplishments in animation, live-action film, television and themed entertainment. That’s the easy part. More complicated is understanding what made Walt tick. What fueled his ambitions? Was his true nature that of the avuncular host TV viewers saw every week, or did he just use it to hide a deeper, darker persona? Many a historian and researcher has attempted to answer these questions with varying levels of success. Filmmaker Sarah Colt is the latest person to join the conversation. Her four-hour documentary, Walt Disney will air over two nights September 14th and 15th on PBS as part of the network’s American Experience series. Sarah has worked in public television for nearly twenty years. She’s an Emmy Award winner whose directing and producing credits include the documentaries Henry Ford and The Polio Crusade, both for American Experience. In their conversation today, Tim and Sarah talk about how her Walt Disney project came to be and how she managed to make her film with the cooperation--but without the interference--of the Walt Disney Company. We also explore Walt Disney’s legacy and discuss how best to judge his 20th century persona through a 21st century filter. Sarah Colt is Tim's guest today in The Mouse Castle Lounge. <a href="http://www.themousecastle.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TheMouseCastle.com</a>RSS Feed: <a href="http://themousecastle.libsyn.com/rss" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://themousecastle.libsyn.com/rss</a>

MCL 09-11-2015 - 'Walt Disney' Producer and Director Sarah Colt