In this solo episode of In Love with the Process, filmmaker Mike Pecci records straight from London while traveling with photographer Gina Gizella Manning on a shoot photographing Carey Mulligan. What starts as a work trip quickly turns into one of those rare creative days that reminds you why you fell in love with storytelling in the first place.

Mike talks about stepping inside one of the most legendary museums in the world and getting face to face with authentic Samurai armor while researching his upcoming film. Seeing the craftsmanship, the brutal practicality, and the artistry up close sparks a conversation about how real objects and real history influence the way we design worlds on screen.

But the trip is not all film nerding out.

After years of saying he would do it, Mike finally pulls the trigger and buys a proper British suit in London. Not just a suit, but a piece of clothing that feels like stepping into a new version of yourself. He talks about the strange psychology of wardrobe, confidence, and why filmmakers often underestimate how much identity and presentation matter in this industry.

Along the way Mike also shares stories from wandering London, and how stepping outside your routine can reignite inspiration.

This episode is about creative fuel.

Travel. Craft. History. Style.

And why sometimes the best thing you can do for your art is simply go experience the world.

Welcome back to the Genuine Human Experience.

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EP389 | London, Samurai Armor, and a Damn Good Suit (w/ Mike Pecci)