In this episode of the Finding Arizona Podcast, Fernando Lopez shares his journey from the military to independent filmmaking. He discusses his transition from the Marine Corps to pursuing acting and filmmaking, highlighting the benefits of indie films over big studio productions. Lopez emphasizes leveraging local resources and the dynamic interplay of actor-director roles in indie films. His narrative provides valuable lessons for aspiring independent filmmakers. Lopez's enthusiasm and determination make this episode a must-listen for understanding indie filmmaking strategies and the evolving film industry landscape. Be sure to check out his Award Winning Film “VEGA” streaming on @tubi @primevideo.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Discover how military skills can be harnessed for a successful shift into the dynamic world of filmmaking.
Embracing the Benefits of Indie Films over Big Studio Productions.
Leveraging Local Resources in Film Production.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:04:48 - Early Acting Opportunities
00:13:09 - Film Industry in Arizona
00:25:40 - Starting out in the Film Industry
00:27:26 - Writing What You Know
00:31:34 - Embracing Unique Strengths
00:36:26 - The Director's Vision
00:38:10 - The Filmtrepreneur Mindset
00:39:19 - The Importance of Subtle Storytelling
00:41:29 - Indie Filmmaking Work Ethic
00:45:11 - Future Projects and Goals
00:49:57 - Final remarks
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
Visit Big Fern's Instagram profile @bigfern to connect and stay updated on his latest projects and releases.
Explore Fernando’s IMDb page to learn more about his work and to contact him directly via email.
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