Back in 2013, as part of hitRECord on TV, Koura went to the US/Mexico boarder for a hitRECord shoot "Regarding: The Other Side." Joe held some really interesting conversations about what it means to be on "the other side" and Koura answered from her position at the time as a Production Designer working in Hollywood. She reflected on the choices she makes when driven by her art, as opposed to being driven by crossing that magical line in Hollywood of "being good enough" and they talked about...

How much of yourself should you be? Especially in a world that seems so heavily run by trends and everything else demanding that you match a mold - when should you be you and when should you be a copy? Koura Linda dives into this in another quick-hitter with just enough to keep you going! If you have any questions or comments for Koura or any of our other guests, please reach out to us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠. If you're passionate about creating meaningful films and want to...

How do you fund your film, actually? Where do you even start? While there are an almost infinite way to raise money for a film, there are a few main categories most film finance falls into. Koura Linda answers these questions and more in this quick-hitter with just enough to keep you going! Stay tuned! If you have any questions or comments for Koura or any of our other guests, please reach out to us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠. If you're passionate about creating meaningful films...

How broad (or narrow) should your audience definition be? What makes up YOUR audience? How will you know when you've defined your audience? How do you connect your work with your audience? Koura Linda answers these questions and more in this quick-hitter with just enough to keep you going! Stay tuned! If you have any questions or comments for Koura or any of our other guests, please reach out to us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠. If you're passionate about creating meaningful films and...

Do cover letters even matter? Does anyone read them? What about when applying to a job in the world of film? Should you write them just in case...? Koura Linda answers these questions and more in this quick-hitter with just enough to keep you going! Stay tuned! If you have any questions or comments for Koura or any of our other guests, please reach out to us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠. If you're passionate about creating meaningful films and want to connect with like-minded...

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Welcome to Filmmaking (Actually)! Koura shares her own personal experiences as well as insights from industry professionals, highlighting how understanding your strengths and passions can set you up for a fulfilling and successful professional career in filmmaking. Stay tuned! If you have any questions or comments for Koura or any of our other guests, please reach out to us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠. If you're passionate about creating meaningful films and want to connect with...

Welcome to Filmmaking (Actually)! In this episode, Koura Linda explores the crucial topic of finding your lane in the film industry and beyond. While there's often pressure to follow a predetermined path, Koura emphasizes the importance of discovering what truly works for you based on your unique interests and skills. Learn about the process of self-discovery in filmmaking, helping you navigate the journey of finding your authentic voice, style, and path. Koura shares her personal...

Welcome to Filmmaking (Actually)! In this episode, Koura Linda dives into the hot topic of why internships matter in the film industry and beyond! Sure, classroom learning and personal projects are important. But internships go beyond the theoretical and provide invaluable real-world experience, industry connections, and a chance to apply your skills in a professional setting. Koura shares her own experiences and insights from industry pros, highlighting how internships can set you up for...

In this episode of Filmmaking (Actually), Koura Linda dives into the often misunderstood world of film producers! Sure, we've all heard of the Executive Producer who might fund your project. But did you know there are many other types of producers, each with a crucial role? From Line Producers managing budgets to Creative Producers shaping the story, Koura shares her own experiences and insights from industry pros, highlighting how understanding these different producer roles can be vital...

Welcome to Filmmaking (Actually)! In this episode, Koura Linda dives into the hot topic of hard skills versus soft skills in the film industry! Sure, the nitty-gritty hard skill stuff like camera work, lighting setups, and editing magic are important. But just as important are soft skills—working well with others and being a great communicator. Koura shares her own experiences and insights from industry pros, highlighting how balancing these skills can set you up for success in your...

Welcome to Filmmaking (Actually)! We're back, and we can’t believe we are celebrating being five years old today! Well, the podcast, not us. Join Koura Linda as she recaps the last five years and looks ahead to the future. This includes a special anniversary week featuring FIVE episodes released in one week! Stay tuned! If you have any questions or comments for Koura, please reach out to us at [email protected]. If you're passionate about creating meaningful films and...

Welcome to Filmmaking (Actually)! This episode is excerpted from a panel where Koura sat down for an interview discussing the latest Space Dream Productions film project, called The Heist -- which is available to watch right now for free on the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge YouTube channel -- with Dr. Stephanie Van on her YouTube channel This Ability Clinic. Koura Linda is the director and star of “The Heist,” a short film created for the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge of...

Welcome to Filmmaking (Actually)! This episode is a Part One of Two excerpts from a panel exclusive to Patreon supporters diving into the ins and outs and stuff no one likes talking about: how do you finance your dreams, actually? Special guest Maya Weinreb of Solvency Now Bookkeeping joins Koura for this episode. Solvency Now is a bookkeeping company focused on delivering complete and perfect bookkeeping & financial records which results in your peace of mind, and Maya has some really...

Welcome to Filmmaking (Actually)! This episode is the Part Two, excerpted from a panel exclusive to Patreon supporters diving into the ins and outs and stuff no one likes talking about: how do you finance your dreams, actually? Special guest Maya Weinreb of Solvency Now Bookkeeping joins Koura for this episode. Solvency Now is a bookkeeping company focused on delivering complete and perfect bookkeeping & financial records which results in your peace of mind, and Maya has some really...

Listen to this special bonus episode that is a throwback to 2020, when Koura joined Spacey on an episode of The Disney Positive Podcast. Through the conversation, you find out who Koura is and what makes her that way as they discuss her views on filmmaking and creativity. Then they talk about what Koura loves about all things Disney, and the game show portion that decides what they will talk about leads to some interesting discoveries and insights that you won't want to miss! If you have...

Welcome to Filmmaking (Actually)! In this episode, Koura Linda dives into that deep dark well of zero-budget filmmaking! But is it even possible? Or is it a myth? If you have any questions or comments for Koura or any of our other guests, please reach out to us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. And if you're passionate about creating meaningful films and want to connect with like-minded filmmakers, check out ⁠patreon.com/spacedreamfilms⁠. For as little as $1.99 a month, you can join our...

Welcome to another episode of Filmmaking (Actually)! In this episode, written by Spacey, Koura Linda shares a valuable piece of advice that has helped her and Spacey and other storytellers: it's all about feeling. Emotions are an essential component of storytelling, and audiences seek an emotional connection and response from what they watch. There is a misguided notion that special effects or star-studded casts are what audiences crave in movies and shows. However, that's only partially...

In this episode, our host Koura Linda speaks with a panel of film professionals at various stages of their filmmaking  careers: SCAD 2022 Valedictorian and full-time filmmaker Sarah M. Penn, UCF Screenwriting Bachelor's Program student and Film Production Intern, Joselyn Martinez, full-time VFX artist for major Hollywood motion pictures Alex Heffner, and 2022 Austin Film Festival Winner, Writer Nick Gambino about the pros and cons and pros and cons of film school. All of these filmmakers...

Get ready to hear from a true rising star! On this episode of "Filmmaking Actually," Koura Linda sits down with Sarah M. Pennington, a recent film school graduate, motivational speaker, and USA National Miss Independence State 2022. Sarah received a BFA in Film & TV at SCAD, the Savannah College of Art and Design, with a minor in Business Management and Entrepreneurship. As a passionate advocate for mental health and invisible disabilities, Sarah uses her platform as a motivational...

Join Koura Linda and Spaceship for Part Two of a two-part series featuring Space Dream Productions' third Patreon-exclusive event! A live virtual panel with Team SpaceLilly answering your questions about storytelling and movie-making and more. You can watch the entire event as a video on the Space Dream Productions Patreon page, but! You can enjoy this audio-only version - and who knows, you might even learn something! If you want to ask a question, leave a comment, or say hello, write to...

Join Koura Linda and Spaceship for Part One of a two-part series featuring Space Dream Productions' third Patreon-exclusive event! A live virtual panel with Team SpaceLilly answering your questions about storytelling and movie-making and more. You can watch the entire event as a video on the Space Dream Productions Patreon page, but! You can enjoy this audio-only version - and who knows, you might even learn something! If you want to ask a question, leave a comment, or say hello, write to...

Join Koura Linda for Part Two of a two-part series featuring Space Dream Productions' second Patreon-exclusive event! A live virtual panel with established writers of film, TV, and novels give some fascinating and thought-provoking insights about their processes and approaches to telling great stories. You can watch the entire event as a video on the Space Dream Productions Patreon page, but! You can enjoy this audio-only version - featuring writers Monique Impagliazzo, Nick Gambino, Sarah...

Join Koura Linda for Part One of two episodes featuring Space Dream Productions' second Patreon-exclusive event! A live virtual panel with established writers of film, TV, and novels give some fascinating and thought-provoking insights about their processes and approaches to telling great stories. You can watch the entire event as a video on the Space Dream Productions Patreon page, but! You can enjoy this audio-only version - featuring writers Monique Impagliazzo, Nick Gambino, Sarah Daly,...