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Aug 2024
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Breaking into Hollywood, Meeting Celebri...

ALLISON WETIG AND CEARA KIRKPATRICK
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Ep 186: Today we welcome Hannah Colburn to the show! Hannah is an aspiring film director and currently works in film and TV in Los Angeles, CA. Hannah shares her experience directing her first short film, Lacuna, which recently premiered at the Beverly Hills Film Festival. She discusses how she broke into the film industry and gives incredible advice for how others can too. Hannah also talks about her filmmaking style, the inspiration behind her short film, her favorite films, celebrity encounters, and more. 

Hannah discusses her passion for filmmaking, her inspirations, and her experiences working in Hollywood. She also discusses the challenges of the film industry and the importance of staying motivated and positive. Hannah is a good friend to Ceara and Allison and it’s long overdue that she joined the show!

TOPICS DISCUSSED:

  • How Hannah finds inspiration in films and directors 
  • How to break into the film industry
  • Behind the scenes of Lacuna, Hannah’s first short film
  • Experimenting with different techniques and finding your film style
  • Staying motivated and positive in the face of challenges in the film industry
  • Memorable celebrity encounters 
  • And of course (our signature guest question), what makes a good friend


HANNAH'S SOCIALS:

TikTok: @itsthehannahshow

Instagram: @thathannahshow


MENTIONS:

Minari Movie (2020)

Psycho 

Jaws 

The Goonies

Little Miss Sunshine 


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