Real Chat 4: Let's Go Behind the Scenes with a Movie Producer!

<p>On the 4th episode of Real Chat, Al talks to filmmaker <a href= "https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1423559/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0">Mike Solton</a>!</p> <p>Mike is an independent filmmaker and movie producer from Los Angeles, California. He has made three movies with another one possibly in the works. His latest movie, <a href= "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3715208/?ref_=nm_knf_i1">“Love in Tokyo”</a> was filmed on location in Tokyo and is a light romantic comedy. In addition to “Love in Tokyo” we also chat about some of Mike’s favorite movies as well as filmmakers that inspired him. Get ready to go behind the scenes with a movie producer and you’ll be in for a fun conversation!</p> <p>As you listen, keep these 3 points in mind:</p> <p>1. Try to understand (comprehend) the main ideas of the discussion.<br /> 2. Learn and note down new vocabulary words and phrases. To help, there is a starter list of vocabulary below.<br /> 3. Listen to how Mike expresses his thoughts. Also, listen to how Al acts as a facilitator in the discussion.</p> <p>Key Vocabulary:<br /> Indie<br /> to wear many hats<br /> filmmaker<br /> money-making venture<br /> to befriend<br /> free-spirited<br /> casting<br /> forte<br /> improv<br /> renowned<br /> cameo<br /> dingbat<br /> B movie<br /> Cannes Film Festival<br /> to fall through<br /> “mockumentary”<br /> ode<br /> prolific<br /> guerilla</p> <p><a title="Real Chat 4" href= "https://chtbl.com/track/23977G/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/alsensei/real-chat-4.mp3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Download MP3</a> (32MB) Right Click->Save Link As</p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwPYwqyYbJw">Watch “Love in Tokyo” on YouTube</a></p> <p>If you have a question or comment, please leave it in the “Comment” section below!</p> <p><span id="more-3683"></span>On the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you express yourself more naturally and smoothly. We go beyond the words and phrases and talk about how to make your English sound more natural, proper mindset, and success principles.</p> <p>Lev