Bringing the Magic Home with Deva Renzi

05/08/24 • 22 min

Seen on the Screen with Jacqueline Coley

Have you ever wondered who decides when a movie goes from theaters to streaming? Or when you’ll be able to watch that movie on your next flight? In this week’s episode of Seen On the Screen, Jacqueline chats with Deva Renzi, SVP, Strategy & Operations for Global Distribution at NBCUniversal.
Deva is responsible for thoughtfully and intentionally releasing NBCUniversal films through their theatrical to in-the-home journey. Learn about the classic animated film that resonated with her as a child, her love of action movies, and the magic of rewatching movies as a parent.

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Storytelling Big and Small with Raheem Dawson

How do you market an American movie for an international audience? On the first episode of Seen on Screen, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley sits down with Raheem Dawson, who's got one of the coolest jobs in Hollywood at NBCUniversal.
From marketing films internationally to his early aspirations of becoming a music video director, Raheem shares his evolving relationship with movies. Discover his passions, the influences that have helped to guide his path, and the moments that defined both his life and career journey.

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Editors Have All the Fun with John Cantú

What does crafting a quilt have in common with editing a blockbuster movie trailer? In this week’s episode of "Seen on the Screen," Jacqueline Coley finds that link with John Cantú, a seasoned trailer editor in Universal’s Creative Operations. John shares how a childhood passion for music and movies evolved into a career in film editing. Discover the joy of seeing a movie through your child's eyes, the cultural resonance of comedy, and the meticulous craft behind your favorite movie trailers. Listen in as John shares insights from behind the scenes at NBCUniversal, illustrating how every cut can tell a powerful story.