OM DENNE EPISODE
Screenwriter, director, and former VFS film-program head Bob Woolsey joins Rob to talk about:
Managing international content and monthly Writing Challenges at Peliplat
Why he believes “five friends and a Prius” is the sweet spot for indie film
Lessons from 18 years at Vancouver Film School (VFS)
Memories of directing 70–80 student shorts a year — and how that forged his “prep hard, play on set” style
The rise of Run N Gun / Sh*ts N Giggles and why tiny-budget competitions keep filmmakers sharp
Balancing creativity with two rescue dogs, beer from 33 Acres, and endless film debates
Tips for writers entering Peliplat’s contests (cash prizes + global readership)
If you love grassroots filmmaking, community-focused film platforms, or you’re hunting for places to publish your hot takes on movies, this episode is pure gold. Grab a pint and dive in!
Links
Bob Woolsey:
LinkedIn (Bob Woolsey – Peliplat)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-woolsey-191a20b
Bob Woolsey at Peliplat (Instagram)
https://www.instagram.com/bob_at_peliplat/
Personal Instagram (food & film)
https://www.instagram.com/bob_woolsey/
X (formerly Twitter)
https://x.com/bob_woolsey
Peliplat:
Website – https://www.peliplat.com/
Monthly Writing Challenge – https://filmfreeway.com/PeliplatWritingChallenge
Run N Gun (48-Hour) – https://www.rngfest.com/
Sh*ts N Giggles (Under $250) – https://filmfreeway.com/sng
