Tom Curley: Oscar and BAFTA-Winning Sound Mixer Talks 'Whiplash', 'Yellowstone', and Wild Set Stories
All My Clothes Need Burning (formerly Television Times) · Steve Otis Gunn
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Tom Curley: Oscar & BAFTA-Winning Sound Mixer Talks 'Whiplash', 'Yellowstone', and Wild Set Stories
🎙️Episode Overview
In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn chats to Tom Curley, the Oscar and BAFTA-winning sound mixer renowned for his work on Whiplash, Yellowstone, Documentary Now!, and CSI Vegas. Tom shares captivating behind-the-scenes stories, including:
- Guerrilla Filming in Seoul: Insights from working with a renowned Korean film director.
- Wild Donkeys in Nevada: A humorous tale of being chased from a set by wild donkeys.
- Misleading Actors: The surprise of discovering overseas actors weren't American after filming has wrapped.
- BAFTA Encounter: A close call with Harvey Weinstein at the BAFTAs.
- J.K. Simmons on 'Whiplash': The challenge of convincing the actor to wear a microphone.
- Laughter on Set: Struggling to maintain composure during comedic moments on Documentary Now!
- AI & Obesity: Discussing the impact of television on societal issues.
This episode will appeal to anyone interested in how sound is captured on a film set and the trials and tribulations of such an endeavour.
🏆 About Tom Curley
Tom Curley is an esteemed production sound mixer with over two decades of experience in the film and television industry. He gained international acclaim for his work on Whiplash (2014), earning both an Academy Award and a BAFTA Film Award for Best Sound. His extensive filmography includes:
- Whiplash
- Yellowstone
- Documentary Now!
- CSI Vegas
- Queenpins
- The Gray Man
For more information, visit his IMDb profile
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Host: Steve Otis Gunn
Guest: Tom Curley, CAS – Academy Award & BAFTA-winning Production Sound Mixer
Duration: 53 minutes
Release Date: February 4, 2025
Season: 3, Episode 25
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