CineMAINEia
CineMAINEia is a weekly podcast hosted by three Mainers focusing on connections between the state of Maine and the film and TV industry. We’re discussing movies and TV shows filmed or set in Maine, as well as the filmography and works of Maine-born or connected actors, actresses, directors, writers, and crew members. Hosts Derek Brown, Nick Costigan, and Mike Pritchard are film enthusiasts proud to represent their home state...Vacationland. Email the podcast at mainefilmpod@gmail.com.
Episodes

Sunday Oct 12, 2025
Sunday Oct 12, 2025
On this episode of CineMAINEia: Maine Attractions, Derek sits down with Maine actress, the lovely Isabella Espenilla. Derek and Isabella talk the spooky season, growing up shy, and the freedom that comes when your passion breaks through. Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/kiDQhH6tqHo
Follow Isabella on Instagram @isabellaespenilla and see Isabella in two upcoming films, Xavier Gamache's "Death of a Tiny Hat Man", premiering at Eveningstar Cinema on November 22nd (https://www.eveningstarcinema.com/movies/), and Ryan Smith's Millennium's Eve (currently in post production).
Contact the podcast at mainefilmpod@gmail.com

Sunday Oct 05, 2025
Sunday Oct 05, 2025
On this week's episode of CineMAINEia, the boys discuss the life of Bangor native, actor, and musician Charles Rocket. Tall and handsome, Charles joined the 6th season of Saturday Night Live in 1980 and is forever cemented in SNL history. Derek, Mike, and Nick highlight one film each from Charles's 80+ credit resume.
Contact the show at mainefilmpod@gmail.com and visit our merch store at https://www.teepublic.com/user/dirigo-film-society
Bio Sources:
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Rocket
Travalanche: https://travsd.wordpress.com/2024/08/28/the-descent-of-charles-rocket/
Portland Monthly (2012): https://portlandmonthly.com/pdf/The%20Long%20Weekend%20Update.pdf

Sunday Sep 28, 2025
Sunday Sep 28, 2025
This week, Derek chats with Writer/Director Ben Morris. Derek and Ben discuss their favorite comedy movies, working with animals, and Ben's newest film, "The Boy & the Dog". The Boy & the Dog is available now on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EaRduCJUsI&t=1s.
You can watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk_MH0MxJZgXwypt7iNCRCA
Follow Ben on Instagram @binjamanify and visit https://www.bmorrfilm.com/
Contact the show at mainefilmpod@gmail.com

Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Sunday Sep 21, 2025
This week, Mike, Nick, and Derek discuss Stephen King's 1983 adaptation Cujo, directed by Lewis Teague and starring Dee Wallace, Daniel Hugh Kelly, and Danny Pintauro. The boys discuss (ad nauseam) Jurassic Park, horror clichés, and their appreciation for a Stephen King classic without paranormal undertones.
Contact the podcast at mainefilmpod@gmail.com and follow us @cinemaineia on Instagram.

Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Sunday Sep 14, 2025
This week on CineMAINEia Maine Attractions, Derek talks with Maine documentary filmmaker Patrick Kirby. The guys talk about how Patrick's time in the military shaped his filmmaking, the importance of finding community wherever you are, and Patrick's newest film, "The River's Gift," which looks at how veterans are using flyfishing to connect with each other, with nature, and learn something surprising about themselves.
Follow Patrick @onewildkirby on Instagram or visit https://www.kirbymediaco.com/
Connect with the podcast by emailing mainefilmpod@gmail.com.

Sunday Sep 07, 2025
Sunday Sep 07, 2025
We're back for Season 2! This week, Derek, Mike, and Nick discuss 2024's Lost on a Mountain in Maine. Produced by Sylvester Stallone and starring Luke David Blumm, Caitlin Fitzgerald, and Paul Sparks. This week's game is 6-Degrees between Sly Stallone and Martin Sheen. Contact the podcast at mainefilmpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @cinemaineia.

Sunday Aug 17, 2025
Sunday Aug 17, 2025
In this episode of CineMAINEia Maine Attractions, Derek chats with actor, director, acting coach, and host of the podcast "Release Date Rewind", Mark J. Parker. We talk about Mark's work as a casting director, where to start your horror watching journey, and a few films celebrating milestone anniversaries this year. Also hear about Mark's latest film "The Stranger in the Snow", premiering in Maine on August 22nd at the Vacationland Film Festival.
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Listen to Release Date Rewind on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.
Check out the Sparrow streaming service at https://www.watchsparrow.com/
Contact CineMAINEia at mainefilmpod@gmail.com and follow us @cinemaineia on Instagram.

Sunday Aug 03, 2025
Sunday Aug 03, 2025
On this episode of CineMAINEia: Maine Attractions, Derek and writer/director Xavier Gamache discuss drawing inspiration from Taxi Driver, working with family, and Xavier's new film, "Feel Good Hotline."
Follow Xavier on Instagram @xandernander
Watch Feel Good Hotline on Fawsome here: https://fawesome.tv/movies/10666523/feel-good-hotline
Contact the show at mainefilmpod@gmail.com and visit https://dirigofilmsociety.com

Sunday Jul 20, 2025
Sunday Jul 20, 2025
In this episode of CineMAINEia, Maine Attractions Derek sits down with talented actor, director, and storyteller Cody Alexander Curtis. We dive deep into Cody's early passion for the performing arts, his journey of becoming a professional actor, and the influential mentors who guided him along the way.
Discover Cody's insights on the art of storytelling and the importance of kindness and vulnerability in both life and performance. From recounting favorite films like 'The Princess Bride' and 'Prisoners' to sharing his thoughts on the future of filmmaking, Cody provides an inspiring perspective on the role of storytellers in healing the world.
CineMAINEia season 2 returns with Lost on a Mountain in Maine. Follow the show @cinemaineia on Instagram and @dirigofilmsociety on Facebook. Email us at mainefilmpod@gmail.com.
https://www.codyalexandercurtis.com/

Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Sunday Jul 06, 2025
This week on CineMAINEia, we're halfway to the start of season two, which begins on September 7th. Catch up with Mike, Nick, and Derek on what they've been doing and watching over the summer. While you wait for season two of CineMAINEia, be sure to check out CineMAINEia Maine Attractions dropping every other week in the feed. Follow the podcast @cinemaineia on Instagram and contact us at mainefilmpod@gmail.com.




