S4E124: From Writing to Directing with Loren Maxine
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In Episode 124 of the Get Reelisms Podcast, co-hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen introduce, Loren Maxine, an independent film producer, writer, and director of web series "Home Girls". "Home Girls," revolves around four close friends in their twenties living in LA, depicting their day-to-day lives. Each episode is around eight to 10 minutes long and is set in one of the character's living rooms. Loren discusses the challenges faced during the production, including a technical difficulty when a power outage affected the entire block. She emphasizes the importance of automating the prep process for smoother operations. The episode delves into Loren's background and entry into producing. She studied production in college and later founded the nonprofit "Generation Networks," a community of young creatives. Loren shares advice for getting involved in LA, including networking through Facebook groups and tennis activities. The hosts explore the pros and cons of producing, with Loren explaining her switch from doubles to singles in college tennis and her realization of wanting to be a producer. They discuss the collaborative and enjoyable aspects of filmmaking and creating a positive, inviting tone on set. Loren shares her experience working as a prop master on the feature film "Black or White" and discusses the challenges and differences between producing a short film and a web show. The importance of staying grounded, focusing on short films, and experimenting with different themes are highlighted. Loren talks about her feelings regarding short films, their experimental nature, and plans for promoting them on smaller streaming services. She shares details about upcoming producing projects, including "Sincerely Your Friend," "Cottonmouths," and three thesis projects premiering in the fall. Loren expresses her career goal of producing content highlighting Black women in various spaces and discusses her short film about a Black gangster based on a true story. She details the emotional journey of interviewing her sister about mental health in the Black community and emphasizes the importance of representation in film. The episode concludes with information about Loren's upcoming projects, the significance of representation, and a call to follow her on Instagram for updates on "Home Girls." Loren wraps up the podcast, and the hosts express gratitude for her time and insights.
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