Brandon Dermer is an American

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, and producer who has worked in

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Career

Film

Dermer's feature film debut was '' I'm Totally Fine'' (2022). The film was written by Alisha Ketry and produced by

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. It stars

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, Natalie Morales,

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. ''I'm Totally Fine'' was released theatrically and is available for streaming on

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Television

Dermer created the series '' What Would Diplo Do?'', which aired on

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and was later acquired by

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. Dermer directed and executive produced the first season of the show. Dermer directed three episodes of the TV series ''

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'' (2021). John Goblikon Brandon Dermer co-created the character John Goblikon, the popular mascot for the metal band Nekrogoblikon, alongside Dave Rispoli and Alex Alereza. John Goblikon first appeared in the viral music video "No One Survives," directed by Dermer and starring Rispoli as John. The character's popularity led to the creation of the web series ''Right Now with John Goblikon'' (2015–2023), in which John humorously interviewed personalities from music and entertainment. In 2024, The web series was adapted into video podcast format, expanding its audience and featuring notable guests such as Andrew Santino, Pete Holmes, and Ron Funches. The growing popularity of John Goblikon has also led to the publication of a book, ''John Goblikon's Guide to Living Your Best Life'', currently in development as a sitcom.

Music videos

Brandon Dermer has directed music videos for various artists, including: * Diplo ('' Heartless'', ''Dance with Me'', ''Do Si Do'') *

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Selected filmography

Feature Films * ''I'm Totally Fine'' (2022) Television * ''What Would Diplo Do?'' (2017) - VICE – Director, Executive Producer - VICE * ''Flatbush Misdemeanors'' (2021) – SHOWTIME - Director (3 episodes) Podcast * ''Right Now with John Goblikon'' (2024) – Co-creator, Director

References

External links

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Official Website
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