Ep 218: What does it take to make it in film? Tips and tales from Pippa Harris & Julie La’Bassiere

Girls On Film: International Women’s Month – Industry Special To bookend International Women’s Month, here is the second of two Girls On Film episodes this March that feature inspiring conversations with high‑profile industry leaders who shape the screen industries. In this episode, we spotlight producer Pippa Harris and entertainment marketing specialist Julie La’Bassiere. They share where they started, how they rose to the top of their field, and the films that fuelled their passion. They also share the lessons they’ve learned along the way and offer empowering advice for the next generation of women ready to make their mark. Dame Pippa Harris is one of the most influential producers working today. Co‑founder of Neal Street Productions with Sam Mendes, she is the force behind some of the most acclaimed screen stories of recent years, from the Academy Award‑winning 1917 to the beloved long‑running BBC drama Call The Midwife. This year, she’s made headlines with the acclaimed adaptation of Hamnet, as well as an ambitious upcoming series of four films about The Beatles. Her latest film, The Magic Faraway Tree, is in cinemas now and Belsen: What They Found, which Pippa executive produced, has been nominated for a BAFTA in the TV Awards (Specialist Factual). Julie La’Bassiere is the Chief Strategy Officer at DDA, a leading international creative communications and PR agency specialising in entertainment and brand marketing. At DDA, she spearheads creative strategy across film, TV, gaming, and global brands. Enjoy this powerful double‑bill of industry trailblazers, sharing the films that shaped them, the paths that propelled them, and the advice that will inspire the next generation of women in film. Become a patron of Girls On Film on Patreon here:

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This episode was published on Mar 30, 2026.

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