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Send us a textIn this episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir unveils the behind-the-scenes stories of filming on the atmospheric Al Jazirah Al Hamra. From humorous and strange incidents to the unique emotional energy that surrounds a film set, Yasir reflects on the vibrant dynamics of creating cinema.He also explores the remarkable professionalism of veteran actors and the fascinating rituals some performers bring to the set, offering listeners a glimpse into the nuanced world of...

Send us a textIn this episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir dives into the dual challenge of managing two distinct roles—director and producer—while filming his project "Murk Light." Each role comes with its own demands, requiring him to "switch hats" between creative vision and logistical responsibilities. Yasir shares how this balancing act influences every aspect of the production, from setting the tone on set to making tough financial and logistical decisions.As he recounts ...

Send us a textIn this episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir shares the intense and surreal adventure of scouting filming locations for his short film, "Murk Light." Driven by a vision, Yasir sets out on a challenging quest to find a unique bus, an essential piece of the film's visual story, only to discover that tracking down this elusive element is nearly impossible.Through a series of unexpected obstacles and tough moments, Yasir reflects on the highs and lows of his journey. ...

Send us a textIn this episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir shares his early preparations for his first cinematic project, a short film titled "Murk Light." Yasir takes listeners behind the scenes of the initial planning stages, where he faced the daunting task of aligning his ambitious vision with the limited budget at hand. From mapping out the storyline to selecting key crew members, Yasir offers a candid glimpse into the intricacies of independent filmmaking.As he navigates ...

Send us a textIn this episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir reflects on the sense of nostalgia and longing to return to the world of filmmaking and drama, even as he continues to achieve success in directing music videos. Yasir shares his journey of starting to write and develop a short film, only to pause the project while struggling to choose the right title.Yasir then dives into the creative and technical challenges of working on a music video with artist Mansour Zayed, where...

Send us a textIn this episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir reflects on the journey of directing the music video "Sha'elha" for Iraqi artist Shatha Hassoun in 2011. This project was a significant opportunity for Yasir to pay tribute to his homeland, Iraq, by weaving in fragments of his childhood memories and experiences. Faced with the challenge of filming in Baghdad, Yasir took on the ambitious task of recreating the essence of the city on the streets of Lebanon.Yasir shares th...

Send us a textEpisode 12: Industry Secrets - Navigating the UnknownIn this episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir opens up about the uncertainty he faced after completing his previous TV series and his initial hesitation on what direction to take next. As he stepped deeper into the world of drama, he encountered hidden challenges, unexpected complications, and illogical practices that starkly contrasted with his experience in the music industry.Yasir shares his reflections on a f...

Send us a textفي هذه الحلقة من بودكاست ياسر الياسري (مسموع)، يعود بنا ياسر إلى أولى تجاربه الكبرى في عالم الدراما التلفزيونية من خلال إخراجه لمسلسل "ما أصعب الكلام" المكون من 31 حلقة. هذا المشروع قدم لياسر العديد من التحديات، حيث اضطر إلى التوفيق بين ما هو معتاد في العمل التقليدي وما يتطلبه الأمر لدفع الحدود الإبداعية إلى الأمام.يتأمل ياسر كيف أثرت هذه التجربة بشكل كبير على مسيرته، وصقلت شخصيته، وأثبتت رؤيته الخاصة في سرد القصص. الدروس المستفادة من هذه الرحلة أثرت على مقاربته للمشاريع المستقب...

Send us a textIn this episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir delves into the challenges the film and music video industry faced during the 2008 global financial crisis. He reflects on how he navigated those tough times with projects that earned him the prestigious title of "Best Young Gulf Director" from Sayidaty Magazine.Yasir also shares the story of his first collaboration on a song written by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The episode then dives into one of...

Send us a textفي هذه الحلقة من بودكاست ياسر الياسري (مسموع)، يشارك ياسر رحلة تصوير فيديو كليب غير تقليدي للفنان الوسمي. تضمن المشروع تغييرًا جذريًا لصورة الوسمي، بينما خاض ياسر تحديًا تقنيًا بتصوير الكليب دون استخدام أي إضاءة— تقنية جريئة ومبتكرة في ذلك الوقت. وقد أثمر هذا الأسلوب نجاحًا باهرًا للأغنية "العمر ما يسوى"، مما ساهم في تعزيز مسيرة الوسمي الفنية.كما يتحدث ياسر عن بداية تعاونه مع الفنان الكبير حسين الجسمي، حيث ساعد في تجهيز وحدة المونتاج في شركة الجسمي. وأثمر هذا التعاون عن عمل سينم...

Send us a textIn this episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir takes us behind the scenes of filming two music videos in Lebanon for artists Fayez Al Saeed and Walid Al Shami. A fortunate coincidence led to the creation of the concept for Fayez Al Saeed’s "Yansa," while Walid Al Shami’s video was inspired by a particular film genre that had a significant influence on its visuals and storytelling.Yasir also shares a major challenge he faced with a producer who denied an official com...

Send us a textIn this episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir delves into his experience working with the renowned artist Mishaal Al Arouj and producer Faisal Al Issa on the groundbreaking music video "Al Taxi." This unique project stood out with its unconventional lyrics, melody, and performance, pushing Yasir to challenge himself technically, especially in executing an innovative scene that became a centerpiece of the video.Yasir shares how the quirky yet relatable character of ...

Send us a textIn this episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir reflects on the incredible success of the music video "Sahi Lahum" for the legendary artist Rashid Al Majid. While the video elevated Yasir’s status as a director, it also attracted some unwarranted criticism, which he discusses in depth. Yasir shares how this experience influenced his decision to work only with top-tier artists, believing that stardom was the key to advancing his career.However, a twist of fate led Yas...

Send us a textفي هذه الحلقة من بودكاست ياسر الياسري (مسموع)، يأخذك ياسر خلف الكواليس في واحدة من أهم اللحظات المحورية في مسيرته المهنية—فرصة إخراج فيديو كليب للفنان الأسطوري راشد الماجد. من تعاونه المبكر مع نجوم صاعدين مثل وليد الشامي إلى اللحظة التي قادته ليكون على رادار راشد، يشارك ياسر كيف غيرت هذه الفرصة مسار حياته المهنية.ستتعرف على العملية الإبداعية بدءًا من تصور معالجة فيديو كليب سريالية ورمزية، وصولًا إلى التعامل مع تعقيدات التصوير في لبنان مع فريق إنتاج من الطراز الرفيع. يفتح ياسر قل...

Send us a textفي هذه الحلقة المميزة من بودكاست ياسر الياسري (مسموع)، يشارك ياسر تجربته التحويلية في تصوير فيديو كليبين سينمائيين في تركيا مع طاقم محترف. هذه الخطوة لم ترفع فقط من جودة أعماله لتضاهي إنتاجات الشركات الكبرى مثل روتانا، ميلودي، ومزيكا، بل غيرت أيضًا كيفية تقديمه لنفسه للعملاء والفنانين.يتحدث ياسر عن كيف أثرت هذه التجربة بشكل كبير على ثقته بنفسه، منتقلاً من مرحلة إثبات الذات إلى مرحلة تعزيز إمكانياته والسعي لتحقيق الأفضل. يناقش بصراحة الانتقادات والشكوك التي واجهها عند قراره بعدم ...

Send us a textIn this insightful episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, Yasir delves into the critical role that studying plays in a filmmaker's journey. He discusses how investing time in learning and understanding filmmaking principles can save time and effort compared to figuring out the rules on your own. Yasir also shares his experience of filming abroad for the first time in Turkey, stepping out of his comfort zone and away from the familiar crew and locations at home.This episod...

Send us a textفي هذه الحلقة من بودكاست ياسر الياسري (مسموع)، يتعمق ياسر في العالم المعقد للأحلام والأوهام في صناعة الأفلام. يشاركنا تجاربه الشخصية حول تصنيفه النمطي كمخرج والتحديات التي تأتي مع ذلك. يستعرض ياسر اللحظة الحاسمة في مسيرته عندما كان عليه اتخاذ قرار مصيري حول كيفية المضي قدمًا. تقدم هذه الحلقة نظرة صريحة على الضغوط والواقع في صناعة الأفلام، وتستكشف كيفية تمكن صانعي الأفلام من التغلب على هذه التحديات والبقاء مخلصين لرؤيتهم الإبداعية. انضموا إلينا لمناقشة الخط الفاصل بين الطموح والو...

Send us a textIn the debut episode of Yasir Alyasiri's (Masmoo) Podcast, I, Yasir Alyasiri, share the compelling story of how I ventured into the world of podcasting and the reasons behind it. This episode takes you back to my early years as a young man in Iraq, living on the brink of the American invasion in 2003. I recount the harrowing experience of seeking refuge in the UAE, under the care of my older brother.With no prior connection to filmmaking, my journey took an unexpected turn in Du...