“I wish I found this podcast years ago. I’ve been making films for a long time and still so much of the process is a mystery to me. The best part about this show is the encouragement to just get out and make things, and hearing so many different filmmakers tell their unique stories, getting into the nuts and bolts of making their films, is so inspiring. I honestly have had a better outlook on life and moving forward in my “career” thanks to this show. It made me realize you have to just keep making films and you are the only person who will be determined enough to see them through. I had a version of that realization when I made my second feature recently (first as director) out of sheer will and determination, but I felt so tired and worn down afterwards and thought I couldn’t continue making films in this way. Something about hearing on this show that it’s just that hard for EVERYONE, every time, at all stages of their careers, has given me the fortitude to feel like I can continue to devote my life to this. There’s not really such a thing as “making it,” and somehow really realizing that is freeing (and only a little depressing haha). The cohosts are so lovely and generous with their knowledge and curiosity, and I just want to say thank you Liz and Alrik, you guys are awesome. Having just discovered this show a couple weeks ago I have a ton of episodes to catch up on!”
Jannette Bloom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/21