Film Nerd Moment Podcast by The Light Leaks

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About This Podcast

We know film school doesn’t cover everything, and that’s where Film Nerd Moment comes in. Brought to you by The Light Leaks, Mercedes Gonzales Bazan dives into film theory, history, and pop culture through a feminist lens—breaking it all down in a way that actually makes sense (and won’t put you to sleep). Think of it as your go-to guide for all the cool, quirky, and often overlooked sides of cinema. Whether you're working in the industry or just a movie lover at heart, we're here to break down the lingo, unpack the tropes, and shine a light on the hidden gems that make film so legendary.

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S1E8 Tressie Souders: The First African American Woman Director | Film Nerd Moment

Feb 19, 2025 1m

In 1922, Tessie Souders made history with A Woman’s Error, becoming the first known African American woman director in the United States. At a time when the film industry largely excluded women of…

S1E7 Alice Guy-Blaché: The First Woman Behind the Camera | Film Nerd Moment

Feb 14, 2025 1m

Before there was Hollywood as we know it, there was Alice Guy-Blaché—a true trailblazer in cinema. As one of the first-ever film directors, she didn’t just make movies; she shaped the industry…

S1E6 Hays Code, Hollywood’s 30-Year Censorship Guidelines| Film Nerd Moment

Jan 29, 2025 1m

This episode of Film Nerd Moment explores the censorship guidelines that controlled the film industry for over 30 years. Under pressure from political and religious groups, these rules severely…

S1E5 Hollywood's Boldest Films: the Pre-Code Era | Film Nerd Moment

Jan 29, 2025 1m

The 1930s were full of Hollywood’s most daring and boundary-pushing films. In this episode, Mercedes unpacks the Pre-Code era—what it was, why these bold films shook up the industry, and how they led…

S1E4 The Scully Effect — How The X-Files Inspired Women in STEM | Film Nerd Moment

Dec 19, 2024 1m

Movies and TV shows often have a greater impact on society than we realize. In this episode of Film Nerd Moment, Mercedes Gonzales Bazan talks about the Scully effect and how representation of a…

S1E3 Flipping the Script: The Female Gaze in Birds of Prey | Film Nerd Moment

Dec 19, 2024 0m

In Ep 3, Mercedes talks about Cathy Yan’s Birds of Prey and the way that Harley Quinn’s character transforms through a female director.Film Nerd Moment is a video series by the Light Leaks that dives…

S1E2 The Male Gaze: How Film Has Framed Women for Decades | Film Nerd Moment

Dec 19, 2024 2m

Ever notice how the way scenes are framed in movies and TV shows affects our connection with the characters on screen? 🎥 In episode 2 of Film Nerd Moment, Mercedes Gonzales Bazan breaks down the…

S1E1 Origins of The Bechdel Test on Women's Representation in Film| Film Nerd Moment

Dec 19, 2024 1m

🎬 The Bechdel Test has become a popular tool for critiquing representation in movies, but have you ever wondered where it came from and why it’s still relevant decades later? In this episode of Film…