Why Make Movies? 2021 In Review

Why Make Movies? 2021 In Review

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One Last Run in Park City: How to Ski the Treacherous Slopes of Independent Film at Sundance ‘26

In this episode recorded live from the final Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, GG Hawkins is joined by No Film School’s Ryan Koo and Jo Light to commemorate the end of an era. The trio dives into personal memories, the legacy of Robert Redford, and what the future may ho ...  Show more

The Industry Awakens: What It Means for Your Short‑ And Long‑Term Career

January is often perceived as a slow month in Hollywood, but in reality it’s one of the most strategic windows of the year for filmmakers. On this episode, GG Hawkins and guests Ana Liza Muravina and John Lamm unpack how the industry “wakes up” in early 2026, what that means for ...  Show more

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