Behind the Curtain with Dean Devlin

Join us for an exhilarating episode of Dropping Names as we dive deep into the world of filmmaking with the legendary Dean Devlin. Known for his work on iconic films like Independence Day and Stargate, Dean shares behind-the-scenes stories, his journey from acting to producing, and his insights into the evolving entertainment industry. From directing David Tennant to the challenges of shooting in Serbia, this episode is packed with anecdotes that will captivate every movie enthusiast. Tune in for a conversation that spans continents, careers, and cinematic history. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Dean Devlin's Early Career 00:01:14 - From Movie Jail to Africa: A Director's Redemption 00:02:46 - The Magic of Independence Day: Casting and Filming Secrets 00:09:12 - Star Trek Connections: A Family Legacy 00:16:34 - Working with Hollywood Greats: A Fan's Perspective 00:22:28 - The Art of Casting: Making the Right Choices 00:29:05 - The Electric Car Revolution: A Personal Journey 00:39:08 - Betting on Leverage: A Risk That Paid Off 00:45:14 - Filming in Serbia: Discovering Hidden Gems 00:48:01 - Electric Now and the Future of Entertainment For exclusive content, "JOIN" our YouTube Membership. Interested in visiting the podcast studio set during a recording? Sign up here: https://www.droppingnames.com/studiog... YouTube (Clips):    / @droppingnamesclips   Instagram (Podcast Show):   / droppingnames   Instagram (Brent Spiner):   / brentjspiner   Instagram (Jonathan Frakes):   / jonathansfrakes   Facebook:   / droppingnamespodcast   Listen on Audio Platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36u4Byf... Official Website: https://www.droppingnames.com #brentspiner #jonathanfrakes #deandevlin #droppingnamespodcast