Her Cut
Her Cut is a podcast from Woman Made Films that celebrates the women shaping the film industry. Each episode features conversations with directors, writers, producers, cinematographers, editors, sound designers and other creatives about the work behind their films. Guests share the paths that led them to filmmaking and the challenges and triumphs of building a career in the industry. The show is aimed at aspiring filmmakers, longtime movie lovers and anyone curious about the people behind the camera. It offers thoughtful discussion of creativity, representation and the power of storytelling.
Episodes
The Unseen Art of Sound with Melissa Rimsza
In this episode of Her Cut, I’m joined by sound designer, sound editor, rerecording mixer, and founder of Rimsza Studios Melissa Rimsza to talk about the often overlooked role sound plays in filmmaking.Melissa shares how one audio class changed the direction of her career, her journey into post-production sound, and the mentorship that helped her learn the industry from the inside. We talk about h
The Reality of Building a Career in Film with Clarke Phillips
In this episode of Her Cut, I’m joined by filmmaker and founder of Cinema Sense, Clarke Phillips, to talk about making films on your own terms, building a career outside of traditional industry hubs, and why filmmakers can’t always wait for permission to create.Clarke shares how her journey into filmmaking began and how her work has developed around stories of resilience, obstacles, and characters
Using Film to Enact Social Change with Jacqueline Elyse Rosenthal
In this episode of Her Cut, I’m joined by writer and director Jacqueline Elyse Rosenthal to talk about the power of film to create empathy, inspire conversation, and enact social change.Jacqueline shares how her journey into storytelling began and how her work has grown into a career focused on telling stories that explore environmental responsibility, social impact, and deeply human experiences.
Finding Her Way to the Director’s Chair with Kelsey Nerrie
In this episode of Her Cut, I’m joined by writer, director, and producer Kelsey Nerrie to talk about her journey from creative writing and screenwriting into working on film sets and eventually directing her own work.Kelsey shares how studying screenwriting shaped the way she approaches storytelling, what she learned from working across production roles including script supervision and assistant d
Spending 100 Days Watching 100 Films Directed by Women
In this solo episode of Her Cut, I’m celebrating one month of the podcast by looking back on a challenge that completely consumed my summer: watching 100 movies in 100 days, all directed by women.Over the course of the challenge, I watched films spanning from 1940 to 2026, representing 17 different countries and 78 different directors. In this episode, I’m sharing the themes I started to notice, t
Music as a Source of Inspiration for Film with Chloe Johnston
In this episode of Her Cut, I’m joined by San Diego-based creative Chloe Johnston to talk about the relationship between music and filmmaking and the ways music can inspire visual storytelling.Chloe shares how her journey began with photography and how her love for live music eventually led her into filmmaking. We talk about how music has influenced her creative process, from using songs to help t
Getting Your Short Film Made and Seen with Julie Casamonti
In this episode of Her Cut, I’m joined by filmmaker Julie Casamonti to talk about the journey of getting a short film made and, just as importantly, getting it seen.Julie shares her experience navigating the filmmaking process, from bringing an idea to life and getting a project off the ground to what happens after your film is finally finished. We talk about submitting to film festivals, finding
Transitioning from TV to Freelance Filmmaking with Alexsis Page
In this episode of Her Cut, I’m joined by Atlanta-based filmmaker Alexsis Paige to talk about transitioning from TV and news production into freelance filmmaking.Alexis shares what inspired her to make the leap, how she prepared for the move to Atlanta, and what she’s learned about finding opportunities and building a community in the film industry. We also talk about navigating male-dominated set
Finding Your Place in Film with Christina Brennan
In this episode of Her Cut, I’m joined by filmmaker Christina Brennan to talk about filmmaking, community, and the importance of women supporting women in the industry.Christina shares her experience making a film in just 48 hours with an all-women crew, what she’s learned from creating alongside other women, and what it’s like navigating the early stages of a career in film. We also talk about th
Why You Need to be Watching More Films Made by Women
Welcome to the very first episode of Her Cut, a Woman Made Films podcast. For the premiere episode, host Aiven Rylee dives into why we need to watch more films made by women and why who is behind the camera matters. After noticing how often the same films and directors dominate film conversations, Aiven explores the lack of representation women face in the industry, the barriers that have shaped t
Introducing Her Cut a Podcast by Woman Made Films Podcast
Introducing Her Cut, a Woman Made Films podcast. Each episode explores the stories, experiences, and perspectives of women working in film. By amplifying these voices, Her Cut aims to create a space that supports, connects, and inspires the next generation of women in film.Join us every Thursday starting August 6th, 2026, as we celebrate the women shaping cinema.
