# 82.5 - Interview with Jeff Blyth

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Podcast: [90s Disney](https://stenobird.com/podcast/90s-disney-17704)
Published: 2026-04-15T20:55:11+00:00
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## Resource

AJ is joined by Jeff Blyth, the director of The Timekeeper! Jeff discusses his early film career working as a helicopter cinematographer, his first time working with Circle-Vision, and the development of The Timekeeper. We debunk a long standing myth, uncover previously unknown details about the cast, and learn more about the challenges of filming in 360 degrees. You won't want to miss this! 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 01:28 Early Filmmaking Roots 02:31 Helicopter Work on The Shining 04:29 Wonders of China for Epcot 08:40 Learning Circle-Vision Basics 13:17 Hiding the Crew in 360 17:58 Pushing Tech and Complexity 26:47 Timekeeper Development and Eisner Notes 30:26 Building Nine Eye for the Mirror 31:53 International Cuts and Missing Scenes 32:25 Japan Version Effects 34:28 International Cut Decisions 35:46 Directing Voice Talent 37:15 Nerd Vision Scrutiny 40:52 Robin Williams Myth 47:54 French Timekeeper Debate 49:38 Can Timekeeper Return 52:05 Alex Mack Adventures 55:58 Future of Circle Vision 57:11 Book Plug & Farewell Follow Us Blue Sky | Facebook | Threads | Instagram Email: 90sDisneyPodcast@gmail.com

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