Co-host
Jules Mercer
Jules Mercer is a filmmaker and storyteller with a sharp eye for the craft. As co-host of Behind the Slate, Jules brings technical expertise and a director’s perspective to every conversation — breaking down structure, pacing, and the visual language that makes stories work on screen. Known for blending clear-eyed analysis with a quick sense of humor, Jules makes even the most complex filmmaking topics feel approachable. Whether it’s dissecting a two-minute horror short, debating narrative twists, or pulling lessons from early writing stumbles, Jules brings passion, precision, and an unfiltered love for the art of storytelling.