Film Director
Los Angeles, CA
Joined June 2009
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The Big Short stays wildly rewatchable. Fast, furious, and somehow makes finance thrilling—stacked cast firing on all cylinders.
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The danger of not making a film far outweighs the risk of making an imperfect one.
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So it seems, from the discussions I've been having with buyers and executives, that marketable concepts with efficient production spending will rise to the top of the pile.
High concept. Low cost. High impact. Seems wise to develop that. Any IP helps.
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SHOCK PHOTO: Aerial drone footage reveals the devastation in Pacific Palisades, a once-wealthy area northwest of Santa Monica with a population exceeding 23,000. Some residents estimate that as much as 75% of the neighborhood has been reduced to rubble.
Documentary I executive produced and directed about 6 strangers that met online and helped each other lose 1400+ lbs! #DOCUMENTARY #documentaryfilm #weightloss #weightlossjourney
What a blessing it is to be telling this story and meet His Holiness @DalaiLama . We have met and spoken with the Tibetan people in exile here in Dharamshala, India that all speak in deep reverence of His Holiness. An unforgettable moment and journey…
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Josh Sikkema retweeted
How to build an audience as a filmmaker:
- Make films
- Document the process
- Share everything you learn
- Incentivize fans to subscribe
- Measure growth, iterate and repeat
This model has helped me generate about 50,000 email subscribers, mostly in the last 1 - 2 years:
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You’re always a single page, phone call, or decision away from starting your movie.
It's just the first step of thousands. But it's still progress.
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The most productive filmmakers I know aren’t any more talented, they’re just better at seeing things through.
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Without a multimedia program, Michigan can't compete w/ other states & territories. We're missing out on film, TV & advertising projects that could boost our economy, create jobs & retain talent. To contact your legislator, visit mifia.org/take-action.
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Today’s affirmations: I want you to repeat it. I am in control of my emotions and reactions. I choose peace and prosperity.
Every challenge I face is nothing more than an opportunity for growth and learning. I embrace change.
I embrace challenge. I embrace trials and tribulations with courage, not with fear.
I am grateful for my journey and trust that every step is leading me to my purpose.
I am resilient. I'm unstoppable. No storm can shake my faith or my determination.
I speak life positivity into every situation. My words have power, and I use them to build my future.
