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Under The Onion Skin

Under The Onion Skin

Written by: Giulia Martinelli
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Under The Onion Skin is a podcast that peels back the layers of animated short films to reveal the heart and soul of the filmmaking process.

Through informal interviews, we get to know the behind-the-scenes and personal side of animation from the perspective of the director. We talk about processes, takeaways, struggles, and achievements in a comfortable, playful, and light-hearted way.
The podcast is dedicated to passionate people and students interested in the artistic and niche world of animation. Whether you are an animation enthusiast or an aspiring filmmaker, you'll find valuable insights and inspiration.

Join us as we journey to animation festivals all around the world (atm especially in Europe), where we gather to show years of hard work and collect inspiration.

https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcastCopyright Giulia Martinelli Art Science Fiction
Episodes
  • CELEBRATORY Extra Episode

    CELEBRATORY Extra Episode
    Jul 23 2026
    We hit 1,000 subscribers on YouTube!

    That might just sound like a number on a screen, but to put it into perspective: 1,000 people is 15 full school buses or 5 sold-out cinema halls filled with fellow artists and filmmakers. That blows my mind, and I am so grateful to have you here for the ride.

    To celebrate this milestone, I’m opening up my studio system to you! As an independent animation director, if you don't stay organized, you easily drown in administrative headaches. To keep my own workflow low-stress, I’ve built a suite of clean, functional, and pretty Google Sheets—so you can spend less time on admin and more time on art.

    To say thank you, I’m offering 20% OFF all my spreadsheet templates for the next week!

    CLAIM YOUR 20% DISCOUNT
    • Get the Trackers: https://giuliamartin.gumroad.com/?section=b09E_gtcZQPADLp84c66YA==#b09E_gtcZQPADLp84c66YA==
    • Promo Code: ONIONSKIN (Applies to any spreadsheet at checkout)
    • Expires: End of July!
    What’s inside the collection?
    • Film Festival Tracker: Manage deadlines, waiver codes, fees, ratings, and Oscar-qualifying statuses (pre-filled with European festivals!).
    • Client & Project Tracker: Keep active gigs, invoices, and production deadlines seamlessly organized.
    • Income Streams Tracker: Easily track freelance revenue, passive income, and studio cash flow.
    • Bonus: Includes the free Social Media Content Planner and my "Welcome & Prep" Field Manual.
    Thank you so much for watching, listening, and growing this community with me. Grab your tracker, clean up your pipeline, and get back to making great work!

    ciao, Giulia
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    4 mins
  • Ep.34 Season Two Wrap Up

    Ep.34 Season Two Wrap Up
    Sep 27 2025
    This is the Wrap-Up episode of Season 2 of Under the Onion Skin!

    Find Giulia here:
    Website: https://giuliamartinelli.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giulia_martinelli_x/
    Newsletter Creative Crave: https://giuliamartinelli.com/receive-my-newsletter


    Intro Music: "Backoning" by Telecasted from YouTube Audio Library
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    6 mins
  • Ep.33 Writing Home by Eva Matejovičová

    Ep.33 Writing Home by Eva Matejovičová
    Sep 20 2025
    In this episode of Under the Onion Skin, I am talking about the short film “Writing Home” with Slovak director Eva Matejovičová

    “Writing Home” by Eva Matejovičová, Digital 2D, 12’’, 2024 // Czech Republic

    Synopsis: “A small bark beetle girl lives a peaceful life in the forest, until a fire destroys her home. Separated from her family, she finds refuge in a human school where she discovers a new talent—writing.”

    Find out more: https://www.instagram.com/charliedzillart/?hl=en

    Under the Onion Skin: https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/giuliamartinelli


    Intro Music: "Backoning" by Telecasted from YouTube Audio Library
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    27 mins
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