How Leaving LA Led to a 40 Theater Release With a First Script
In this episode of No Film School, GG Hawkins speaks with the filmmakers behind two impactful films, Hazard and Studio One Forever. Writer-director Eddie Mensore shares the journey of creating Hazard, an indie drama about the opioid crisis in Appalachia, and how leaving LA led to the film's 40-theater release. Later, Marc Saltarelli discusses the acclaimed LGBTQ+ documentary Studio One Forever, exploring its historical significance and enduring legacy. In this episode, No Film School’s GG Hawkins, Eddie Mensore, and Marc Saltarelli discuss:How Eddie’s move away from LA revitalized his career and allowed him to focus on meaningful indie filmsThe challenges and triumphs of making Hazard, a deeply personal story about the opioid crisisMarc’s experience documenting LGBTQ+ history through Studio One Forever and the film’s resonance in today’s political climateAdvice for filmmakers navigating the industry outside of traditional Hollywood structuresResources:Hazard Official WebsiteHazard Theatrical ReleaseStudio One Forever Official TrailerSubscribe to the No Film School Podcast on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogleGet your question answered on the podcast by emailing podcast@nofilmschool.com.Listen to more episodes of the No Film School podcast right here:This episode of The No Film School Podcast was produced by GG Hawkins.
In this episode of No Film School, GG Hawkins speaks with the filmmakers behind two impactful films, Hazard and Studio One Forever.
Writer-director Eddie Mensore shares the journey of creating Hazard, an indie drama about the opioid crisis in Appalachia, and how leaving LA led to the film's 40-theater release.
Later, Marc Saltarelli discusses the acclaimed LGBTQ+ documentary Studio One Forever, exploring its historical significance and enduring legacy.
In this episode, No Film School’s GG Hawkins, Eddie Mensore, and Marc Saltarelli discuss:
- How Eddie’s move away from LA revitalized his career and allowed him to focus on meaningful indie films
- The challenges and triumphs of making Hazard, a deeply personal story about the opioid crisis
- Marc’s experience documenting LGBTQ+ history through Studio One Forever and the film’s resonance in today’s political climate
- Advice for filmmakers navigating the industry outside of traditional Hollywood structures
Resources:
Subscribe to the No Film School Podcast on:
Get your question answered on the podcast by emailing podcast@nofilmschool.com.Listen to more episodes of the No Film School podcast right here:
This episode of The No Film School Podcast was produced by GG Hawkins.
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