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The Multifarious Artistic Journey of Ari Gold | Fam Podcast InterviewIn this episode of the Fam Podcast, we sit down with Ari Gold, an acclaimed filmmaker, poet, musician, and founder of GR Films. Ari shares insights into his fascinating career that spans multiple art forms, including his award-winning films showcased at international festivals like South by Southwest and Sundance. We delve into his creative process, the influence of his novelist father, and the impact of personal tragedy on his work. Ari discusses his persistence in the face of setbacks, including his experiences with psychomagic and how it influenced his projects. Tune in to explore the mind of an artist who blends the deeply personal with the universally resonant, and learn about his latest film, 'Brother vs Brother,' a one-shot musical odyssey executive produced by Francis Ford Coppola.

03:16 Early Life and Influences

08:38 Tragic Loss and Creative Response

14:02 The Making of 'Brother vs Brother'

14:35 Lessons from Werner Herzog

24:25 Adventures of Power: A Rollercoaster Experience

33:09 The Guinness World Record and Air Drumming

35:09 Guinness World Record Air Drumming

35:48 Preparing for a Drum Off

36:21 Trailer for 'Adventure of Power'

37:09 Touring Eastern Europe

38:14 Distribution Challenges

39:23 Do the Doable

39:45 Screening the Trailer

45:09 Psychomagic Explained

51:02 The Shaman's Journey

54:55 Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers

01:01:01 Audience Q&A

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