Madelyn Hammond & Associates

06/01/2023

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Half Hour With: Ted LassoBrendan Hunt (Co-Creator/EP/Writer/Actor)Jeremy Swift (Actor)James Lance (Actor)Moderated by Scott Mantz, KTLATHIS INTERVIEW WAS TAP...

05/31/2023

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Half Hour With: ShrinkingJason Segel (Co-Creator/EP/Writer/Actor)Jessica Williams (Actor)Luke Tennie (Actor)Michael Urie (Actor)THIS INTERVIEW WAS TAPED BEFO...

05/23/2023

Check out our latest Half Hour With!

Half Hour With: Stolen YouthZachary Heinzerling (EP/Director)Dan Cogan (EP)Krista Parris (EP)Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Deputy Awards and Features Editor, V...

04/13/2022

Here’s a conversation about a new show that is funny and uplifting but not afraid to tackle the hard issues — As We See It.

Whether you have experience with anyone on the spectrum or not — this show is relatable to everyone. It’s a coming of age story with characters that you are sure to fall in love with.

Half Hour With: As We See ItJason Katims (Creator/Showrunner/EP)Moderated by Winnie Holzman (Creator/Screenwriter/Playwright)

01/21/2022

Check out the Celebration of Black Cinema & TV on KTLA5 Saturday Night at 8pm PT.

Niecy Nash who was best host and funny as hell. The acceptance speeches are all so moving. Hard to pick a favorite but Halle, Ava and Barry Jenkins are up there.

Thanks to Joey Berlin and CCA for the opportunity.

Also available on livestream - link below:
https://ktla.com/on-air/live-streaming/

12/22/2021

Half Hour With: Starz's HeelsMike O’Malley (Showrunner/EP)Michael Waldron (Creator/EP)Stephen Amell (Actor)Alexander Ludwig (Actor)Moderated by Joe Otterson,...

12/16/2021

ICYMI – Half Hour With: MASS – Join writer/director/producer Fran Kranz in conversation with Katie Kornfield, President, Katie Kornfield Communications.

Don’t miss this incredible conversation with the Director of one of the most provocative and interesting films of the year, MASS.

Half Hour With: MassFranz Kranz (Writer/Director/Producer)Moderated by Katie Kornfield, President, Katie Kornfield Communications

10/20/2021

Check out this conversation about the doc, Introducing, Selma Blair - a no-holds-barred look into the actress’ diagnosis, medical treatments and her very brave journey as she tries to regain her health.

Half Hour With: Introducing, Selma BlairRachel Fleit (Director)Raphaelle Thibaut (Composer)Moderated by Stacey Wilson Hunt, Journalist

10/19/2021

Check out this conversation about the film, Shiva Baby. If you’ve ever been at a family gathering that was so overwhelming, you had to retreat to the bathroom to regain your composure, you will relate.

Half Hour With: Shiva BabyEmma Seligman (Writer/Director)Rachel Sennott (Actor)Moderated by Tatiana Siegel, Executive Film Editor, The Hollywood Reporter

06/25/2021

Hear from Little Marvin, the Creator/Showrunner and lead actors, Deborah Ayorinde & Ashley Thomas of THEM as they talk about the research that went into portraying their characters embarking on the Great Migration and how they used horror to explore the idea of access to the ‘American Dream.’

Moderated by Jazz Tangcay, Senior Artisans Editor, Variety.

Half Hour With: ThemLittle Marvin (Creator/Showrunner/EP/Writer)Deborah Ayorinde (Actor)Ashley Thomas (Actor)Moderated by Jazz Tangcay, Senior Artisans Edito...

06/23/2021

Tune in for a fun and lively conversation with the cast of Mythic Quest as they discuss the relationships of each of their characters and the importance of portraying an inclusive gamer community onscreen. Moderated by Tyler Coates, Awards Editor, The Hollywood Reporter.

Half Hour With: Mythic QuestCharlotte Nicdao (Actor)Ashly Burch (Writer/Actor)Imani Hakim (Actor)Jessie Ennis (Actor)F. Murray Abraham (Actor)Moderated by Ty...

06/23/2021

Watch a very funny conversation between Seth Meyers and his long-time pal and producer, Mike Shoemaker. You’ll get a real glimpse into the creative process and how the Show comes together each night.

Moderated by Katie Kornfield, President, Katie Kornfield Communications.

Half Hour With: Late Night with Seth MeyersSeth Meyers (Host)Mike Shoemaker (Producer)Moderated by Katie Kornfield, President, Katie Kornfield Communications

06/16/2021

Hear firsthand from Dylan Farrow, the subject of the powerful documentary, Allen v. Farrow and the intrepid team of filmmakers that brought her story to life. Moderated by Tatiana Siegel, Executive Film Editor, The Hollywood Reporter.

Half Hour With: Allen v. FarrowDylan Farrow (Subject)Kirby Dick (Co-Creator/Co-Director/EP/Co-Writer)Amy Ziering (Co-Creator/Co-Director/EP/Co-Writer)Amy Her...

06/10/2021

TUNE IN NOW! Meet the creative team behind one of Peacock’s most beloved new launches, Girls5Eva – Meredith Scardino (Showrunner/Creator/EP/Writer), Jeff Richmond (EP/Composer) and James Alsop (Choreographer). Moderated by Senior Artisans Editor at Variety, Jazz Tangcay.

Half Hour With: Girls5evaMeredith Scardino (Showrunner/Creator/EP/Writer)Jeff Richmond (EP/Composer)James Alsop (Choreographer)Moderated by Jazz Tangcay, Sen...

06/09/2021

NOW LIVE! Our latest Conversation is now live just follow the link in our bio. Meet the women showrunners and EP’s behind 3 of Netflix’s most successful reality shows – Jennifer Lane (Q***r Eye), Smriti Mundhra (Indian Matchmaking) and Casey Kriley & Jo Sharon (Nailed It!). Moderated by Stacey Wilson Hunt.

This insightful and candid discussion includes each of their approaches to creating compelling content that is binge-worthy for any new viewers.

Half Hour With: Netflix's Women Behind RealityJennifer Lane, (Showrunner/EP, Q***r Eye)Smriti Mundhra (EP, Indian Matchmaking)Casey Kriley (Co-CEO, Magical E...

06/01/2021

His vision and innate sense of scary takes this show to a whole other level. Night owns this genre and this series will hook you in from the very beginning.

Half Hour With: Apple TV+'s ServantM. Night Shyamalan (Executive Producer/Director)Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Deputy Awards and Features Editor, Variety

06/01/2021

Go behind-the scenes with the team of Apple TV+'s top shows to learn about how they use their skills in production design, music and sound editing to enhance the creative vision and tell a story.

Half Hour With: Ted Lasso and Servant Crafts PanelBrent Findley (Supervising Sound Editor/ADR Mixer, Ted Lasso)Naaman Marshall (Production Designer, Servant)...

06/01/2021

Watch these two fine actresses discuss how their characters became friends in the show and helped each other deal with love and loss and become better versions of themselves by joining forces.

Half Hour With: The Women of Ted LassoHannah Waddingham (Actor)Juno Temple (Actor)Moderated by Kristen Baldwin, TV Critic, EW

05/28/2021

The two female leads, who play mother and daughter – discuss working with each other and developing a special shorthand and friendship that lasted both on and off the screen.

Half Hour With: The Women of The Mosquito CoastMelissa George (Actor)Logan Polish (Actor)Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Deputy Awards and Features Editor, Variety

05/27/2021

Hear Jamie and Phil discuss the ups and downs their characters had in Season 1 and how each worked out their insecurities of aging, not being good enough and letting go of past jealousy and resentment to become real teammates.

Half Hour With: Ted Lasso - The Players of AFC RichmondBrett Goldstein (Actor)Phil Dunster (Actor)Moderated by Scott Mantz, Film Critic, KTLA-TV

05/27/2021

Hear from Higgins, Coach Beard and Nate the Great. They discuss the great writing that gave each of their characters a full range of emotions and depth on the journey to Season 2.

Half Hour With: Ted Lasso - The Diamond DogsNick Mohammed (Actor)Brendan Hunt (Actor)Jeremy Swift (Actor)Moderated by Scott Mantz, Film Critic, KTLA-TV

05/21/2021

Four years ago, a production company was formed, inspired by the late great John Hughes with a clear, unwavering focus on providing edgy teen comedies during those awkward high school years. Meet American High which operates out of a former school building in Syracuse, NY —headed up by Jeremy Garelick, one of the founders.

Jeremy, who recently directed The Binge and produced all three films represented on the panel, speaks alongside Bennett Lasseter, Director of The Ultimate Playlist of Noise and Natalie Morales, Director of Plan B. They collectively discuss their films, casting, shooting during the pandemic, and premiering each project on Hulu.

Half Hour With: American HighJeremy Garelick (Founder, AMERICAN HIGH; Director, The Binge)Bennett Lasseter, (Director, The Ultimate Playlist of Noise)Natalie...

04/15/2021

The Oscar-nominated documentary, Time is about an amazing woman whose husband gets convicted for 60 years for a first time offense. Watch this extraordinary conversation between Garrett Bradley, the director/producer and moderator, Stacey Wilson Hunt. Garrett raises this thought-provoking question: What do YOU need to forgive in your own life? Yourself--People around you--or decisions you’ve made in the past?

Half Hour With: TimeOscar®-nominated for Best Documentary FeatureGarrett Bradley (Director/Producer)Moderated by Stacey Wilson Hunt, Journalist

04/14/2021

Imagine having to put up with horrible checkpoints like they do in the West Bank--with long delays completely random. Check out this HHW conversation about the beautifully paced Oscar-nominated short film from first time director, Farah Nabulsi and her incredible lead actor, Saleh Bakri, who you know from his previous work in The Band’s Visit.

Half Hour With: The PresentOscar®-nominated for Best Short Film (Live Action)Farah Nabulsi (Co-Writer/Director)Saleh Bakri (Actor)Moderated by Pete Hammond, ...

03/10/2021

Check out a conversation with writer/director, Philippe Lacôte talking about his wonderful film, The Night of the Kings --shortlisted for best international film entry from the Ivory Coast.

Half Hour With: Night of the KingsPhilippe Lacôte (Writer/Director)Moderated by Jacqueline Coley, Awards Editor, Rotten Tomatoes

03/10/2021

If you love film music, don’t miss seeing one of our finest composers, Gabriel Yared, in a conversation with writer/director, Edoardo Ponti discussing his film, The Life Ahead starring Sophia Loren.

Half Hour With: The Life AheadEdoardo Ponti (Writer/Director)Gabriel Yared (Composer)

03/04/2021

Check out the documentary, Collective, featuring a great conversation with the director of the film and John Horn, KPCC.
Shortlisted for both doc feature and best int’l film (from Romania).

Half Hour With: Collective Alexander Nanau (Director/Producer)Moderated by John Horn, Host of The Frame on KPCC

03/03/2021

In case you missed today’s Half Hour With on Little Fires Everywhere, check it out at your convenience. Worth watching these 4 incredible women discuss how it all happened.

Half Hour With: Hulu's Little Fires EverywhereLiz Tigelaar (Creator/EP)Pilar Savone (EP)Lauren Neustadter (EP)Celeste Ng (Author/Producer) Moderated by Jenel...

02/24/2021

02/24/2021