Chris Candy: Scattered

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala sits down with Emmy Award winning video editor and fellow Filmpower member Jason-Christopher Mayer to discuss mental health.  The two start off by discussing the places they grew up before they move into the importance of friendship and the dating scene in Los Angeles.  First, Gala asks how growing up in Philadelphia influenced Jason's love for film.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala chats virtually with the director (Alex Ross Perry) and editor (Clyde Folley) of the new video essay / documentary Videoheaven about the importance of spaces like video stores and movie theaters.  Alex and Clyde walk us through their memories at the video store, the way that VHS shaped their careers, and how spaces have changed.  First, Gala asks how they discover movies without the videstore to help

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala chats virtually with directing (and life) partners David Joseph Craig & Brian Crano about the process of adoption.  In this raw conversation, David and Brian share their real life struggles with the process, advice they wish they had known when it came to adopting, and how their experiences inspired them to make their newest movie, I Don't Understand You.  First, Gala has to ask: how did they meet? I Don't Understand You hits theaters June 6th, 2025.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala chats virtually with director Jonathan Entwistle all about what the audience wants.  Jonathan shares with Gala how his perspective as an audience member affects his filmmaking, the difference between television and movies, and how streaming changed the industry.  First, Gala asks one of her favorite questions: what film made Jonathan want to make movies? Jonathan's newest movie, Karate Kid: Legends, hits theaters May 30th.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala chats with director Julia Max about female directed horror movies.  Julia talks with Gala about what she classifies as a horror movie, her theories on what makes a good horror movie, and which movies we love are directed by women.  First, a question about the movie that got her interested in filmmaking.  

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala chats with Chris Candy about being scattered.  Chris shares with Gala his reflections looking back on his life, how the modern age has contributed, and the steps he's taking to change his mindset.  First, a question about what lessons he learned from his father John Candy.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala sits down with two members of the Los Angeles based band Mosaic Coyote (Ethan Estrada & Andrew Naranjo) to talk about music.  Ethan and Andrew share with Gala where they draw inspiration from, how being best friends allows them to dedicate themselves to their music, and their musical forefathers -- but first, a question about how they just met (and two different answers). Mosaic Coyote's self titled album is available for streaming all over.  Catch them playing at Aviator Nation Dreamland on April 25th.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala chats with director Natasha Kermani all about masculinity.  Natasha shares with Gala her film influences, the male centric stories that interest her, and why she was drawn to tell a story about fathers and sons.  First, a question about the movies that got her interested in horror. Be on the lookout for Natasha's latest movie, Abraham's Boys, once it's in theaters.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala geeks out with film influencer Manny Liotta over color in film.  Manny chats with Gala about how color makes him feel, the ways that poster design in movies has changed, and which films have affected his upcoming musical.  First, a question about physical media.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala chats with Emmy award winning investigative journalist Rob Koebel all about rewriting your life.  Rob shares with Gala the highs and lows of his life, if he would have done things differently, and the importance of gratitude.  Before they begin, Gala has a question about investigative journalism.