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If you know me, feel free to skip this video. If not, let me (re) introduce myself.

20+ years in the industry. Directing. Editing and Producing. Playing by the rules.

But the system is collapsing. And I'm done waiting for permission.

The Blended Future Project is my answer: telling the stories Hollywood won't touch. Building infrastructure for creators who refuse to wait to be chosen.

I'm back (or new for some of you). And I'm sharing the entire journey as it comes along.

A big, big thanks to @noamkroll for having @evelynlorenaofficial and I on his podcast to talk about the making of Gabriela.

I’ve always loved imagined being a guest on the show. And it’s even better to be talking about such a wonderful film
#filmmaking #podcast #indiefilmmaking #diversityandinclusion #diversityinfilm

A big, big thanks to @noamkroll for having @evelynlorenaofficial and I on his podcast to talk about the making of Gabriela.

I’ve always loved imagined being a guest on the show. And it’s even better to be talking about such a wonderful film
#filmmaking #podcast #indiefilmmaking #diversityandinclusion #diversityinfilm

A big, big thanks to @noamkroll for having @evelynlorenaofficial and I on his podcast to talk about the making of Gabriela.

I’ve always loved imagined being a guest on the show. And it’s even better to be talking about such a wonderful film
#filmmaking #podcast #indiefilmmaking #diversityandinclusion #diversityinfilm

A big, big thanks to @noamkroll for having @evelynlorenaofficial and I on his podcast to talk about the making of Gabriela.

I’ve always loved imagined being a guest on the show. And it’s even better to be talking about such a wonderful film
#filmmaking #podcast #indiefilmmaking #diversityandinclusion #diversityinfilm

When you dig deep and decide to explore something very personal in a film. You hope that it turns out well. Breakaway was the start of what continues to be an incredible journey. It’s surpassed every expectation that I’ve thought it had.

We need your help to spread the word.It’s now screening for @theacademy for all members.The film is now available to the public (click on our linktree in bio). Please share the link so that everyone can watch the movie. And if anyone in your circle is a part of the Academy, please encourage them to watch our film in the screening room.

I’d like to thank the amazing cast and crew who have been so gracious and passionate about this film. It’s an exploration of life, relationships, and race. About how the perceptions of society and our own shape how we look at all of these.It’s amazing to think that a film made in the middle of the night is being considered for

Cast:
Krys: @rae.olivier
Wes: @jamardgant

Crew:
Writer, Director & Editor: @marislidaka
Producer: @mychalguyton
Producer: @evelynlorenaofficial
Associate Producer: @shannongodly
Cinematographer: @therealchristopherhall
Camera Operator: @cineserna
Colorist: @hawesperry
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#BlendedFuture #oscars #interracialcouple #independentfilm #diversityinclusion #loveislove

When you dig deep and decide to explore something very personal in a film. You hope that it turns out well. Breakaway was the start of what continues to be an incredible journey. It’s surpassed every expectation that I’ve thought it had.

We need your help to spread the word.It’s now screening for @theacademy for all members.The film is now available to the public (click on our linktree in bio). Please share the link so that everyone can watch the movie. And if anyone in your circle is a part of the Academy, please encourage them to watch our film in the screening room.

I’d like to thank the amazing cast and crew who have been so gracious and passionate about this film. It’s an exploration of life, relationships, and race. About how the perceptions of society and our own shape how we look at all of these.It’s amazing to think that a film made in the middle of the night is being considered for

Cast:
Krys: @rae.olivier
Wes: @jamardgant

Crew:
Writer, Director & Editor: @marislidaka
Producer: @mychalguyton
Producer: @evelynlorenaofficial
Associate Producer: @shannongodly
Cinematographer: @therealchristopherhall
Camera Operator: @cineserna
Colorist: @hawesperry
.
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#BlendedFuture #oscars #interracialcouple #independentfilm #diversityinclusion #loveislove

There's a different in how you portray your characters. One is with pity and the other is with dignity.

Read more on Substack. Link in bio.

The movie Sing Sing is a masterclass in minimalist coverage. And how we are learning for Concrete River.

Read more on Substack. Link in bio.

The movie Sing Sing is a masterclass in minimalist coverage. And how we are learning for Concrete River.

Read more on Substack. Link in bio.

Sometimes the little things just add up and make everything more difficult.

Full story on Substack. Link in bio.

JOIN ME FOR A FREE WORKSHOP!

If you want to learn about the systems we're building around Concrete River and how to use them for your own project. Join me on Zoom next Friday, June 12th at 10am PST.

I'll be presenting the Signature Media Framework, showcasing how apply to apply it to your own project and create space for people to think, plan and collaborate.

Register on the link in bio or comment WORKSHOP and I'll send you the link.

Passion is what sets you apart as a filmmaker.

My personal philosophy around screenplays.

Read more on Substack. Link in bio.

All the talking points are being unhoused and homeless have it backwards. That's what we're discussing in our film. I've witnessed first hand that while drugs and mental illness can make someone homeless. It's also having a bad day or turn of events. But mostly, it's just how the system works.

Read more on Substack. Link in bio.

This is why we look away from the homeless.

Read more on Substack. Link in bio.

Concrete River has evolved drastically. It started as a short film idea shared over text, to now (many drafts later) a feature film headed towards production.

If you want to read the whole story. I wrote about it on Substack.

Link in bio.