
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
Jawad Mir
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast is a must-listen for film enthusiasts. As a director, producer, and passionate movie lover, I’ve always been captivated by the behind-the-scenes stories, especially those from my own filmmaking journey.
This podcast is dedicated to uncovering untold stories from Directors, Editors, Screenwriters, Cinematographers, Production Designers, Producers, Composers, VFX artists, and more. It also explores the highs and lows of building a career in filmmaking and the profound ways it shapes our personal lives.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Kingdom of Dreams Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Kingdom of Dreams Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Kingdom of Dreams Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

EP 200 - "Deconstructing Woody” - Author Patrick McGilligan
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
02/06/25 • 44 min
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Today's guest is Author Patrick McGilligan about his latest book, "Woody Allen: A Travesty of a Mockery of a Sham," exploring Woody Allen's iconic films, the controversies that clouded his career, and his enduring legacy in cinema. From "Annie Hall" to "Matchpoint," they discuss the highs and lows of Allen's filmography, the cultural impacts of his work, and the complexities of separating art from controversy.
Patrick McGilligan is Irish American biographer, film historian and writer. His biography on Sir Alfred Hitchcock, Alfred Hitchcock: A Life in Darkness and Light, was a finalist for the Edgar Award. He is the author of two New York Times Notable Books, and he lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is also noted for his biography on Clint Eastwood, Clint: The Life and Legend, which the author described as "a left-wing book." In addition to Hitchcock and Eastwood, he has written biographies on Robert Altman, James Cagney, George Cukor, Fritz Lang, Oscar Micheaux, Jack Nicholson, Nicholas Ray, Orson Welles and Mel Brooks. He is also an editor of Backstory, which features interviews of Hollywood screenwriters and is published by the University of California Press.
#thegreatnorth #colinhanksdexter #filmcareeranalysis #woodyallen #miafarrow #crimesandmisdemeanors #midnightinparis #anniehall #woodyallenlegacy #woodyallen
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Watch the feature films that I have directed
Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu
In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21
Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

EP - 105 - Jawad & James Review- 'Napoleon', 'Thanksgiving' & 'Wish'
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
11/22/23 • 56 min
This episode features conversation between Jawad Mir & James Mottram as they both review 'Napoleon', 'Thanksgiving' & 'Wish'
In 2022 during a Black Friday riot in Plymouth, Massachusetts, a number of people are crushed to death despite the intervention of police and town sheriff Eric Newlon.
Kingdom of Dreams is a podcast about cinema and art of storytelling. The Podcast series will interview people involved behind the scenes, may it be screenwriters, directors, animators, producers etc.
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Watch the feature films that I have directed
Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu
In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21
Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

EP 102 -Conversation with FX Supervisor - John Rosengrant - "The Lost Word" & "Jurassic Park".
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
11/09/23 • 38 min
This episode features conversation with FX Supervisor - John Rosengrant - "The Lost Word" & "Jurassic Park".
"The Lost World - Jurassic Park"
A research team is sent to the Jurassic Park Site B island to study the dinosaurs there, while an InGen team approaches with another agenda. A research team is sent to the Jurassic Park Site B island to study the dinosaurs there, while an InGen team approaches with another agenda.
"Jurassic Park 3"
The plot follows a divorced couple who deceive paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant into helping them find their son, who has gone missing on Isla Sorna. Jurassic Park ...
Kingdom of Dreams is a podcast about cinema and art of storytelling. The Podcast series will interview people involved behind the scenes, may it be screenwriters, directors, animators, producers etc.
http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdom
http://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
http://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
Watch the feature films that I have directed
Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu
In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21
Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

EP 90 - Harrison Ford's BEST Role? John Seale Reveals All! 🎬
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
04/22/24 • 54 min
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Harrison Ford's BEST Role? John Seale Reveals All! 🎬
In this captivating episode of "Kingdom of Dreams," we dive deep into the art of cinematography with the legendary John Seale, the creative force behind iconic films. Join us as Seale shares his professional journey, shedding light on the making of "The Mosquito Coast," which he describes as Harrison Ford's best performance. Discover the behind-the-scenes stories, challenges faced during filming, and the revolutionary choices that shaped the movie's unique aesthetic.
"The Mosquito Coast," directed by Peter Weir, showcases Harrison Ford's powerful portrayal of an idealistic inventor who takes his family into the depths of the jungle. Seale provides invaluable insights into working with Ford and Weir, the impact of digital evolution on filmmaking, and the philosophical drive behind their creative decisions.
Kingdom of Dreams is a podcast about cinema and the art of storytelling. This series delves into the minds of those who bring stories to life, from screenwriters and directors to animators and producers. Tune in to our podcast on Apple and Spotify for more in-depth interviews and cinematic explorations.
Don't forget to subscribe, like, share, and comment for more episodes filled with cinematic wisdom and storytelling magic!
#FilmMakingProcess #MovieRoles #TheMosquitoCoast #FilmmakingTips #AustralianCinema
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Watch the feature films that I have directed
Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu
In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21
Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

EP 79 - Editing 'Mad Max': Richard Francis-Bruce's Secrets
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
04/11/24 • 54 min
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Dive into the world of cinematic storytelling with "Editing 'Mad Max': Richard Francis-Bruce's Secrets," a captivating episode of the Kingdom of Dreams podcast. Join seasoned film editor Richard Francis-Bruce as he reveals the intricate editing processes behind iconic films like "Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome" and "Oblivion."
Discover the magic of cinema through the eyes of an editor who has worked closely with legendary directors like George Miller and Peter Weir. This episode offers a unique glimpse into the creative decisions that shape unforgettable movie moments. The Kingdom of Dreams is a podcast about cinema and the art of storytelling, featuring insightful interviews with the industry’s best, from screenwriters and directors to animators and producers. Listen to this engaging interview on your favorite podcast platforms.
#madmaxinsights #madmaxgameplay #furiosa #madmax #filmdetails
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Watch the feature films that I have directed
Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu
In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21
Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

EP - 87 - Review of Walt Disney's 'The Haunted Mansion' starring Tiffany Haddish, Owen Wilson and Danny Devito
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
08/03/23 • 9 min
This episode features Review of Walt Disney's 'The Haunted Mansion' starring Tiffany Haddish, Owen Wilson and Danny Devito
A single mom named Gabbie hires a tour guide, a psychic, a priest and a historian to help exorcise her newly bought mansion after discovering it is inhabited by ghosts.
Kingdom of Dreams is a podcast about cinema and art of storytelling. The Podcast series will interview people involved behind the scenes, may it be screenwriters, directors, animators, producers etc.
http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdom
http://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
http://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
Watch the feature films that I have directed
Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu
In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21
Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

EP 86 - Review of 'Barbie' & 'Oppenheimer' - The 'Barbenheimer' Experience
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
08/03/23 • 63 min
This episode features Review of 'Barbie' & 'Oppenheimer' - The 'Barbenheimer' Experience' by Jawad Mir and James Mottram
BARBIE
Based on the Barbie fashion dolls by Mattel, it is the first live-action Barbie film after numerous computer-animated direct-to-video and streaming television films. The film follows Barbie (Margot Robbie) and Ken (Ryan Gosling) on a journey of self-discovery following an existential crisis.
OPPENHEIMER
The story predominantly focuses on Oppenheimer's early studies, his direction of the Manhattan Project during World War II, and his eventual fall from grace due to his 1954 security hearing.
Kingdom of Dreams is a podcast about cinema and art of storytelling. The Podcast series will interview people involved behind the scenes, may it be screenwriters, directors, animators, producers etc.
http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdom
http://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
http://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
Watch the feature films that I have directed
Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu
In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21
Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

EP 81 - Apple TV + 'Hijack' - Full Series EP 1-7 Spoiler Free Review
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
07/21/23 • 16 min
EP 81 - Apple TV + 'Hijack' - Full Series EP 1-7 Spoiler Free Review
Kingdom of Dreams is a podcast about cinema and art of storytelling where we will speak to people involved behind the scenes, may it be screenwriters, directors, animators, producers etc.
http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdom
http://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
http://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
Watch the feature films that I have directed
Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu
In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21
Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

EP 76 - Review of 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny'
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
07/06/23 • 55 min
This episode features Review of 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' with Jawad Mir and Mitch Hallock.
Set in 1969, the film follows Indiana Jones and his estranged goddaughter Helena Shaw trying to locate a device that could change the course of history before Jürgen Voller, a Nazi-turned-NASA scientist, can take it for himself and change the outcome of World War II.
Kingdom of Dreams is a podcast about cinema and art of storytelling. The Podcast series will interview people involved behind the scenes, may it be screenwriters, directors, animators, producers etc.
http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdom
http://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
http://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
Watch the feature films that I have directed
Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu
In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21
Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

EP 189 - Overcoming Challenges: Making 'Salam' – A Documentary on the Ahmadi Muslim Physicist
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast
12/30/24 • 68 min
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This episode explores the untold story of Dr. Abdul Salam, the first Muslim Nobel Peace Prize winner. Director Anand and Producer Zakir discuss their 2018 documentary "Salam", shedding light on the physicist's remarkable journey from a Pakistani village to global recognition.
Learn about Salam's complex life, his contributions to science, and the challenges he faced due to religious persecution.
This episode delves into the filmmaking process, archival research, and the importance of preserving forgotten histories. Discover how Salam's story intersects with politics, faith, and scientific advancement in this fascinating interview.
Anand Kamalakar is an award-winning, Brooklyn-based documentary film director, producer and editor. Some his films include Building Bridges, 300 Miles to Freedom, Garwin, Heart of Stone, Holy (un)Holy River, and Salam – The First ****** Nobel Laureate.
Zakir Thaver produced a UNESCO funded science TV series in Pakistan. Zakir was involved in curriculum development as well as distance learning via TV at the Aga Khan University. Zakir studied physics at the College of Wooster, Ohio, USA. He is currently producing documentary on legendary singer, composer, Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
#abdulsalamdocumentary #alfrednobellifehistory #whynationsfail #economicsexplained #prof.abdussalam
http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdom
http://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
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Watch the feature films that I have directed
Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu
In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21
Official Website - www.jawadmir.com
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FAQ
How many episodes does Kingdom of Dreams Podcast have?
Kingdom of Dreams Podcast currently has 247 episodes available.
What topics does Kingdom of Dreams Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Film, Film Interviews, Story, Podcasts, Animation and Tv & Film.
What is the most popular episode on Kingdom of Dreams Podcast?
The episode title 'EP 61 - Conversation with FX Supervisor - John Rosengrant - "Terminator 1 & 2"' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Kingdom of Dreams Podcast?
The average episode length on Kingdom of Dreams Podcast is 48 minutes.
How often are episodes of Kingdom of Dreams Podcast released?
Episodes of Kingdom of Dreams Podcast are typically released every 1 day, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of Kingdom of Dreams Podcast?
The first episode of Kingdom of Dreams Podcast was released on Jul 4, 2022.
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