
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Tim Irwin: Honoring Stories Through Filmmaking | The RGB Podcast | Ep. 7
🎙️ In this episode of The RGB Podcast, we sit down with Tim Irwin, a director and cinematographer dedicated to capturing real, honest stories on film. Known for We Jam Econo: The Story of the Minutemen and Don’t Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker, Tim has spent his career documenting the lives of influential musicians and subcultures with deep respect and authenticity.
One of the biggest themes in Tim’s work is honoring the trust of the people he films—ensuring their stories are told with integrity and care. In this conversation, we explore his approach to documentary filmmaking, the responsibility that comes with telling someone else’s story, and how cinematography shapes the emotional impact of a film.
If you’re passionate about storytelling, filmmaking, or music documentaries, this episode is packed with insights from a cinematographer who believes that capturing truth is just as important as creating beautiful visuals.
🎧 Listen now to hear Tim’s journey and his philosophy on doing right by the people who trust him with their stories!
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