Tom Curley: Oscar and BAFTA-Winning Sound Mixer Talks 'Whiplash', 'Yellowstone', and Wild Set Stories

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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Podcast: Television Times with Steve Otis Gunn

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

All music written and performed in this podcast by Steve Otis Gunn

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