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Welcome to the Film and Furniture video podcast!
If you’re a film fan with a passion for design and interiors you’ve just found the perfect place to geek out over the magic of design in film.
Each episode pulls back the curtain on the art of production design, set decoration, and furniture in film, with insider stories and exclusive interviews from the industry’s most creative minds. From the chairs, lamps, and wallpapers that define a scene to the bigger picture of how sets shape storytelling, we reveal the what, why, and where — and how you can bring a touch of movie magic into your own home.
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Midcentury Marvel: Inside the Design of Fantastic Four: First Steps
In this episode of the Film and Furniture Podcast, host Paula Benson sits down with celebrated production designer Kasra Farahani to explore the bold, retrofuturist world of Fantastic Four: First Steps. Known for his work on Loki and Black Panther, Kasra brings his architectural flair and cinematic vision to Marvel’s reboot—blending mid-century modernism with sleek space-age optimism.
We dive deep into the interiors of the Baxter Building, a penthouse turned family home, and the spectacular Reed Richards Lab—described as nothing less than a cathedral of science. From curved wood panelling to parabolic structures and Tulip chairs, this episode is a feast of design insight and visual imagination.
Inside The Uninvited: The House, the Furniture, the Vision – with Nadia Conners
In this episode, host Paula Benson sits down with filmmaker Nadia Conners, writer and director of The Uninvited, for a deeply insightful conversation about storytelling, interiors, and how architecture and décor can reflect the inner lives of characters. Set in a house in the Hollywood Hills over the course of one unsettling evening, The Uninvited is rich in emotional nuance, stylish design, and layered symbolism.
Nadia reveals the real-life inspiration behind the film (an unexpected visit from a stranger during a party), shares her philosophical approach to home and identity, and confirms that she is, officially, becoming a fan of Film and Furniture! We also discover her husband—actor Walton Goggins (The White Lotus, Justified, The Hateful Eight) and star of The Uninvited—is a passionate and talented interior designer in his own right.
The Shining Carpet: The story behind the most famous carpet in film
In this episode host Paula Benson goes solo to take us on a deep dive into one of the most recognisable and discussed design elements in film history: The Shining’s hexagonal carpet. Celebrating the 45th anniversary of Stanley Kubrick’s psychological horror masterpiece, Paula reveals the story behind the infamous Overlook Hotel carpet, shares her own research journey in tracing its origins, and explains how you can bring an official version of this legendary design into your own home.
Designing the surreal world of the film Queer
In this episode, host Paula Benson dives into the world of Luca Guadagnino’s film Queer with production designer Stefano Baisi. Starring Daniel Craig as William Lee and Drew Starkey as Eugene Allerton, Stefano shares the process of creating Queer‘s surreal, dreamlike film sets, where furniture, decor, and architectural elements play a significant role in telling the story. From historical research to designing imaginary worlds, this episode explores how every detail in the set contributes to the psychological depth of the film.
In this episode of The @filmandfurniture Podcast, host Paula Benson sits down with production designer Stanislas Reydellet to explore the striking production design of Coralie Fargeat’s The Substance. Reydellet, a key creative force behind the film, shares the details of crafting a visually immersive world—one that is both unsettling and meticulously designed. Starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley, we find grand, minimalistic apartments to corridors that evoke a psychological journey. This episode explores the interplay of set design, furniture, décor, colour, and symbolism in storytelling.
Oscars Design round-up: Outstanding film sets from the 2025 Academy Awards
In this episode of The @filmandfurniture Podcast, host Paula Benson takes us on a design-centric journey through the 97th Academy Awards, highlighting the nominees and winners for Best Production Design and other key categories.
From the magical world of Wicked to the gothic atmosphere of Nosferatu, the futuristic landscapes of Dune Part Two, and the intensity of The Brutalist, Paula explores how these films create unforgettable worlds through design. With in-depth insights on each nominee, the conversation also touches on other notable Oscar winners Anora, Emilia Pérez and The Substance, focusing on their unique visual styles.
In this episode of The Film and Furniture Podcast, host Paula Benson sits down with production designer Craig Lathrop to explore the haunting world of Robert Eggers’ Oscar nominated Nosferatu.
They dive deep into the intricacies of world-building in gothic horror, where every detail—from furniture to lighting—plays a role in creating an atmosphere of dread and tension. Craig shares his process behind designing the set for Nosferatu, including his collaboration with set decorator Beatrice Brentnerová and director Robert Eggers. We discuss how they brought historical accuracy to life, the influence of gothic and romanticism art, and the careful attention to detail that made the world of Nosferatu so immersive and chilling. Craig also takes us behind the scenes of iconic sets like the Harding house, Orlok’s castle, and the creation of the coffin and crypt.
In this episode, host Paula Benson chats with production designer Mark Scruton, who brings us behind the scenes of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.
Mark shares his experience collaborating with Tim Burton, the creative process behind reviving the iconic Maitland/Deetz house, and the intricate film set designs that define the film’s world. From Victorian mourning aesthetics to the challenges of designing a surreal underworld, Mark reveals how every detail contributes to the film’s rich visual storytelling.
In this episode, Paula Benson interviews production designer François Audouy about his work on A Complete Known, the film directed by James Mangold and starring Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan.
François takes us behind the scenes of this remarkable film, which captures the cultural revolution of the early 1960s, exploring how music, art, and society collided to shape history. François shares insights into the creative process of designing iconic sets, from Bob Dylan’s meticulously recreated apartment, filled with period-accurate furniture and details, to the authentic feel of iconic folk venues like Gerde’s Folk City.
We also explore the homes of pivotal figures such as Joan Baez, brought to life by Jessica Chastain, and the handcrafted homages to Pete Seeger’s cabin, with François revealing how even cooking a meal on set helped create a truly lived-in atmosphere. We discuss the influence of Greenwich Village, the authenticity of the Newport and Monterey Folk Festivals, and the role of Columbia Records in showcasing Dylan’s transformation as an artist.
With a focus on authenticity, texture, and historical detail, François shares how his team created a world that makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Listen to this episode to uncover how the design of A Complete Known brilliantly brings the spirit of the 1960s to life, and get an inside look at the world of production design for a film that immerses its audience in one of the most transformative times in American culture.
In this exclusive video podcast interview with Film and Furniture’s Paula Benson and The Brutalist‘s production designer Judy Becker and set decorator Patricia Cuccia, we explore the design, furniture and architecture of The Brutalist.
Directed by actor-turned-filmmaker Brady Corbet, The Brutalist tells the story of László Tóth (Adrien Brody), a fictional Hungarian Jewish architect and furniture designer who survives the Holocaust and relocates to America in 1947 to rebuild his life. The film draws inspiration from the lives of pioneering architects and designers such as Marcel Breuer, Louis Kahn and Mies Van der Rohe.
The movie Wicked brings to life a magical world where both macro and micro design elements work in harmony to immerse the audience in the origin story of Elphaba (The Wicked Witch, played by Cynthia Erivo) and Galinda/Glinda (Ariana Grande).
In this exclusive video podcast interview with Film and Furniture’s Paula Benson and the film’s production designer Nathan Crowley, we explore the design process and reveal the intricate details of the Wicked film sets that make the movie visually spectacular. The film’s world-building draws on history, fantasy, and nostalgia, crafting a space that feels both familiar and completely new.
Join Suzie Davies, production designer of Conclave, and Film and Furniture’s Paula Benson for an exclusive behind-the-scenes interview on the design of Conclave.
Suzie shares her insights into creating the film’s striking sets, from the secretive world of the Vatican to the recreated Sistine Chapel. Learn about the challenges of blending history with modernity to craft iconic spaces that heighten the film’s dramatic tension.
Join us for an exclusive interview with Dune: Part Two Production Designer Patrice Vermette, Set Decorator Shane Vieau and Film and Furniture’s Paula Benson.
They reveal how their designs go beyond aesthetics to reflect the cultures and identities of the film’s three primary worlds: the resilient Fremen of Arrakis, the oppressive Harkonnen of Giedi Prime, and the opulent Imperial society of Kaitain. Discover how their creative vision brings Denis Villeneuve’s exploration of colonialism, environmentalism, and religion to life in this extraordinary continuation of Dune’s visual and narrative storytelling.
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