Midnight Movie Club

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Constance Consuela joins The All-New Midnight Movie Club to talk about the art of storytelling, the evolution of independent cinema, and the raw truths of being a creative underdog. We dive into the challenges of making films that matter, the importance of authenticity in a world chasing trends, and why breaking the rules can make for the most unforgettable stories.We also explore the parallels between filmmaking and life, from embracing imperfection to finding your unique voice, whether in front of or behind the camera. This is a conversation for filmmakers, storytellers, and anyone chasing their creative calling.Movies & Topics Discussed:🎥 Independent filmmaking in today’s industry🎥 Creating without compromise🎥 Building trust between audience and storyteller🎥 Inspirations from classic directors and bold narrativesTimestamps:00:00 Banter & opening thoughts03:15 Constance’s creative journey & first film experiences12:40 Why authenticity matters in film24:05 Breaking the mold in independent cinema39:50 The filmmaker’s responsibility to their audience50:20 Lessons from classic directors01:05:00 The importance of tribes and finding yoursFollow Constance Consuela:Follow The All-New Midnight Movie Club:🌐 arowefilms.net📷 instagram.com/midnightmoviepod📷 instagram.com/arowefilms🐦 twitter.com/arowefilms▶ youtube.com/arowefilms#filmmaking #independentfilm #storytelling #cinema #filmcommunity

#vanjones #prisonreform #socialjustice  

Lance Kramer's The First Step documentary about CNN's Van Jones and his mission to create a Bi-Partisan Bill for Prison Reform in America. It was a journey to get made as Lance knew the challenge of making a documentary that challenges the ideals of both sides of the political spectrum. Lance talks to me during the Tallgrass Film Festival about his algorithm-breaking film.  

In this revealing observational portrait, Black progressive activist and political commentator Van Jones faces a polarized society head on in an effort to reform a broken criminal justice system. Jones, known for calling Donald Trump's election “a whitelash” live on primetime TV, navigates increasingly tense and isolating political and racial divides in his attempt to become a “bridge builder” during the Trump administration.  Condemned by the right for his progressive beliefs, and by the left for embracing conservatives, this fraught and cinematically captured personal journey questions his integrity from all sides, forcing him to consider not only his activism but his own identity. 

The First Step takes us behind the scenes of these dramatic power struggles, from internal divisions within both parties, to the lives of activists fighting on the frontlines for their communities. 

Director: Brandon Kramer
Producer: Lance Kramer
Watch: https://youtu.be/LEyFG_pKJ3M

*Sorry For the Audio issues during this Episode*

#vanjones #prisonreform #socialjustice

First, this episode had a corrupt audio file, and we tried to salvage it as much as possible but as much as we tried there were still issues. I understand. Lance agree to a follow-up interview to make up for it ! Lance Kramer's The First Step documentary about CNN's Van Jones and his mission to create a Bi-Partisan Bill for Prison Reform in America. It was a journey to get made as Lance knew the challenge of making a documentary that challenges the ideals of both sides of the political spectrum. Lance talks to me during the Tallgrass Film Festival about his algorithm-breaking film.

In this revealing observational portrait, Black progressive activist and political commentator Van Jones faces a polarized society head on in an effort to reform a broken criminal justice system. Jones, known for calling Donald Trump's election “a whitelash” live on primetime TV, navigates increasingly tense and isolating political and racial divides in his attempt to become a “bridge builder” during the Trump administration. Condemned by the right for his progressive beliefs, and by the left for embracing conservatives, this fraught and cinematically captured personal journey questions his integrity from all sides, forcing him to consider not only his activism but his own identity.

The First Step takes us behind the scenes of these dramatic power struggles, from internal divisions within both parties, to the lives of activists fighting on the frontlines for their communities.

Director: Brandon Kramer

Producer: Lance Kramer

Watch: https://youtu.be/LEyFG_pKJ3M

#filmproducer #filmfestival #filmmaking

Rowe Interviews... Lester Rowe interviews Marginal MediaWorks's Milan Chakraborty producer, ( HBO MAX movie "The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlin" and "The Dark and the Wicked") about how to use AVOD (Ad-Based Video On-Demand) and VOD (Video On-Demand) platforms to get your film noticed. Also new filmmaker, director, and actress Gina Bryant-Nugen join the conversation. Filmed during the Tallgrass Film Festival

With more and more people turning to their computers or mobile device for entertainment the need to get the right audience and promote your film is becoming increasingly important. Film Producer, Milan Chakraborty of The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain also produced by Morgan Freeman shares his thoughts and wisdom on VOD, building a brand, the growth struggle, and many other topics and uses his own release as an example of how difficult it is to build an audience, even with a quality product.

Milan Chakraborty and Marginal MediaWorks :

Four Samosas

Rosé All Day

Distancing Socially

The Blazing World White Elephant

The Dark and the Wicked

The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain

A Violent Separation

Assassination Nation

My Friend Dahmer

#lgbtq #dragrace #documentary #rupaulsdragrace

Rowe Interviews...

Part 2 with Emily Branham director of Being BeBe: The BeBe Zahara Benet Documentary about the winner of Rupauls Drag Race and the world Bebe deals with back home in a nation that has harsh laws against members of the LGBTQ community and a family navigating their relationship. Emily breaks down the unique dynamic of spending over a decade on this story and what she learned along the way as a filmmaker and storyteller.

Filmed During the Tallgrass Film Association #filmfestival

The rise of drag performer BeBe Zahara Benet, who went from performing at Minneapolis Pride to being crowned the triumphant winner of Season 1 of "RuPaul's Drag Race" in 2009.

Director: Emily Branham