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Ever wondered what fills the world’s most creative minds?
Feed your inspiration with our regular columns.

On My Radar: Simon Bird
19th Mar

OnMyRadar:SimonBird

Recently signed to Moxie Pictures for commercial representation, director, writer and performer Simon Bird, talks inspiring documentaries, the musical diversity of Brian Eno, and the game-changing nature of woolly jumper de-bobblers.

11th Mar
MJT: A Few Of My Favourite Things

MJT: A Few Of My Favourite Things

ArtClass photographer and filmmaker MJT (Matthew James Thompson) talks through the cameras, cut-outs, and culinary delights that keep him creatively motivated.

7th Mar
Playlist: Tyler Hurst

Playlist: Tyler Hurst

We hear from PS260 Editor Tyler Hurst, who talks about the experimentation and evolution of the medium, instagram inspirations, and his new 3D printing hobby.

5th Mar
On My Radar: Romain Quirot

On My Radar: Romain Quirot

REVERSE director Romain Quirot discusses the risk and reward of artificial intelligence, the way even blockbuster films can be creatively inspiring, and why Jean-Luc Godard was a cinematic inspiration.

4th Mar
Shreya Chopra: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Shreya Chopra: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Stept Studios Creative Director, Shreya Chopra, talks us through the furniture, literature, and horrifying portraiture that keep her inspiration flowing.

27th Feb
On My Radar: Lucy Walker

On My Radar: Lucy Walker

Merman director Lucy Walker highlights the importance of AirTags and gets serious about Barbie, as she reveals what's on her creative radar.

26th Feb
Sam Bould: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Sam Bould: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Final Cut editor Sam Bould tells us about the snacks, Crocs and ways to relax that pepper his workplace.

Around the world

On Location is a column that gives a boots-on-the-ground look at some amazing cities, brought to you by local production experts.

22nd Feb
Playlist: Mario Clement

Playlist: Mario Clement

We chat to Chromista director Mario Clement about collaborating with Hildur Guðnadóttir, finding beauty in everyday life, and standing on his hands...

21st Feb
Peer Review: Patric Ryan

Peer Review: Patric Ryan

Repped by Marshall Street Editors, Patric Ryan's editing expertise lie in crafting compelling narratives through nuanced, VFX-heavy spots. With over two decades of experience working with brands from Kia to Heineken, Ryan is also committed to supporting and championing the industry's new talent.

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20th Feb
On My Radar: Pip + Lib

On My Radar: Pip + Lib

Caviar directing duo Pip + Lib, talk a villainous Olivia Colman and TikTok's quest for betterment as they reveal what's on their creative radar.

19th Feb
Rachel Klein: A Few of my Favourite Things

Rachel Klein: A Few of my Favourite Things

Dive into the creative world of SLMBR PRTY director, Rachel Klein, as she shares the cherished keepsakes and excessive greenery that maintain her storytelling prowess.

13th Feb
On My Radar: Will Dohrn

On My Radar: Will Dohrn

Love Song director Will Dohrn picks some of the things that are on his creative radar, including a classic UK police show and ProRes-shooting phones.