Philip BarantiniPhilip Barantini
One For The Road
<p>Thanks for tuning in to this weeks episode of One For The Road.</p><p>This week I am joined by film director Philip Barantini.</p><br><p>After 20 years of performing in front of the camera - including roles in the massively successful Band of Brothers, Chernobyl, Ned Kelly and </p><p>Humans, Philip Barantini transitioned into directing in the late 2010s, marking his first short film with the award-winning Seconds Out, written by and starring Robbie O'Neill. </p><p>Following this, Barantini helmed the BIFA nominated short film Boiling Point, starring Stephen Graham, which was then adapted into the hotly anticipated one-shot feature of the same name in 2021; both movies were co-written with Barantini's frequent collaborator James Cummings. </p><p>Boiling Point saw its international debut in competition at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, and premiered in the UK at the BFI London Film Festival in October 2021. The film has garnered glowing reviews from both critics and audiences, who have called the film "dizzying" [The Guardian] and "utterly compelling" [Variety], commending the film for its "piano-wire tension" [Time Out] and performances - "Stephen Graham is phenomenally mesmerising" [HEYUGUYS]. It recently won 4 BIFA's including best supporting actress (Vinette Robinson), best cinematography, best casting and best sound. and was nominated in 11 categories.</p><br><p>If you enjoy One For The Road, then click follow to be notified of the release of our next episode.</p><p>If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave <a href="https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/</a></p><p>or via my website <a href="https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/</a></p><p>Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice, and links for Philip.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barantini/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/barantini/</a></p><p><a href="https://alcoholchange.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://alcoholchange.org.uk/</a><a href="https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services</a></p><p><a href="https://nacoa.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://nacoa.org.uk/</a></p><p>Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez</p><p><a href="https://www.grownuphustle.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.grownuphustle.com/</a></p><p>Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez</p><p>@GrownupHustle</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
49:52•30 Mar 2022
Philip Barantini: Directing a Sober Life
“And there've been so many occasions where we um like, for example, my wife, a few, A Few Months Ago, my wife, you had the radio playing in the background and my wife was, you know, she she's in um. But, mate, listen, moving on to boiling point, I saw it last night and it wasn't just because you were on Today, I've been saving it up.”
Imagine stepping away from a successful acting career to find your true calling behind the camera. That's exactly what Philip Barantini did, and in this episode of 'One For The Road', he sits down with David Wilson, aka SoberDave, to share his compelling journey. From starring in 'Band of Brothers' and 'Chernobyl' to directing critically acclaimed films like 'Boiling Point', Barantini's story is one of transformation and resilience.
Barantini opens up about how alcohol once overshadowed his life and career, leading him to a crossroads where he had to choose between continuing down a destructive path or embracing sobriety. He chose the latter, and it changed everything. With raw honesty, Barantini discusses the challenges of his first year sober, the support systems that kept him grounded, and the powerful impact of positive thinking.
Listeners will get an inside look at the inspiration behind his directorial projects, especially 'Boiling Point', which has received rave reviews for its intense storytelling and remarkable performances. Barantini explains how sobriety not only helped him find clarity but also fueled his creativity, allowing him to bring complex stories to life on screen. Whether you're on your own sobriety journey or supporting someone who is, Barantini's story offers hope and encouragement.
His openness about addiction and recovery is both liberating and inspiring, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to find strength in their struggles.
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