In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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Ep 214 - Terissa Kelton: A Producer's Journey into the Heart of Filmmaking
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Contenido proporcionado por Geoffrey D Calhoun. Todo el contenido del podcast, incluidos episodios, gráficos y descripciones de podcast, lo carga y proporciona directamente Geoffrey D Calhoun o su socio de plataforma de podcast. Si cree que alguien está utilizando su trabajo protegido por derechos de autor sin su permiso, puede seguir el proceso descrito aquí https://es.player.fm/legal.
Introduction:
Segment 1: Origin Story
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- Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun
- Instagram @screenwriterpod
- Guest: Terissa Kelton, Writer, Producer
- Notable Projects: "Harriet the Spy" (Apple TV+), "Flight of the Navigator" (in development with Disney)
Segment 1: Origin Story
- Terissa's background in theater, acting, and journalism during high school and college.
- Transition from acting to independent film in Austin, TX.
- Involvement in a micro-budget independent film company and working on 10 feature films in five years.
- Roles: Background actor, PA, development, pre-production, post-production, distribution strategies.
- Move to Los Angeles in 2015 as streaming platforms emerged.
- Terissa's involvement in various aspects of filmmaking: acting, directing, DP work.
- Valuable lessons learned from trying different roles in the industry.
- Acknowledging and respecting different roles in the film production process.
- Importance of networking and genuine connections in the industry.
- Balancing multiple jobs while pursuing a passion in independent filmmaking.
- Transition to working on "Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse" through a family connection.
- Showing up, saying yes, and making opportunities happen on set.
- Building connections in the industry through genuine interest in others' work.
- Navigating challenges and working multiple jobs while pursuing a career in filmmaking.
- Importance of defining oneself and determining personal successes.
- Discussion on imposter syndrome, depression, and anxiety in the industry.
- Overcoming doubts and acknowledging that everyone faces challenges.
- Terissa's openness about her experiences and struggles.
- Encouraging authenticity and self-acceptance in a social media-driven world.
- Overview of "Harriet the Spy" on Apple TV+ and "Flight of the Navigator" in development with Disney.
- Bryce Dallas Howard's involvement in directing "Flight of the Navigator."
- Adapting beloved IP like "Harriet the Spy" for a contemporary audience.
- The excitement and challenges of working on adaptations and rediscovering original intentions.
- Future plans for "Flight of the Navigator" and potential production updates.
- Closing thoughts on the importance of authenticity and perseverance in the entertainment industry.
- Acknowledgment of challenges and the shared experiences of those in the creative field.
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Ep 214 - Terissa Kelton: A Producer's Journey into the Heart of Filmmaking
The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting Podcast
MP3•Episodio en casa
Manage episode 386507800 series 2789252
Contenido proporcionado por Geoffrey D Calhoun. Todo el contenido del podcast, incluidos episodios, gráficos y descripciones de podcast, lo carga y proporciona directamente Geoffrey D Calhoun o su socio de plataforma de podcast. Si cree que alguien está utilizando su trabajo protegido por derechos de autor sin su permiso, puede seguir el proceso descrito aquí https://es.player.fm/legal.
Introduction:
Segment 1: Origin Story
…
continue reading
- Host: Geoffrey D. Calhoun
- Instagram @screenwriterpod
- Guest: Terissa Kelton, Writer, Producer
- Notable Projects: "Harriet the Spy" (Apple TV+), "Flight of the Navigator" (in development with Disney)
Segment 1: Origin Story
- Terissa's background in theater, acting, and journalism during high school and college.
- Transition from acting to independent film in Austin, TX.
- Involvement in a micro-budget independent film company and working on 10 feature films in five years.
- Roles: Background actor, PA, development, pre-production, post-production, distribution strategies.
- Move to Los Angeles in 2015 as streaming platforms emerged.
- Terissa's involvement in various aspects of filmmaking: acting, directing, DP work.
- Valuable lessons learned from trying different roles in the industry.
- Acknowledging and respecting different roles in the film production process.
- Importance of networking and genuine connections in the industry.
- Balancing multiple jobs while pursuing a passion in independent filmmaking.
- Transition to working on "Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse" through a family connection.
- Showing up, saying yes, and making opportunities happen on set.
- Building connections in the industry through genuine interest in others' work.
- Navigating challenges and working multiple jobs while pursuing a career in filmmaking.
- Importance of defining oneself and determining personal successes.
- Discussion on imposter syndrome, depression, and anxiety in the industry.
- Overcoming doubts and acknowledging that everyone faces challenges.
- Terissa's openness about her experiences and struggles.
- Encouraging authenticity and self-acceptance in a social media-driven world.
- Overview of "Harriet the Spy" on Apple TV+ and "Flight of the Navigator" in development with Disney.
- Bryce Dallas Howard's involvement in directing "Flight of the Navigator."
- Adapting beloved IP like "Harriet the Spy" for a contemporary audience.
- The excitement and challenges of working on adaptations and rediscovering original intentions.
- Future plans for "Flight of the Navigator" and potential production updates.
- Closing thoughts on the importance of authenticity and perseverance in the entertainment industry.
- Acknowledgment of challenges and the shared experiences of those in the creative field.
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