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Thank you so much for joining me on an educational, impactful journey through indie filmmaking! In this episode, I will debrief to conclude season 7 and give you the full scoop for our upcoming season 8! I share my transitions from the East Coast to the West Coast, my art, and my new EDM music! Plus, we journey on a soulful reflection meditation together. View my new art merch and song by clicking this link Thank you for your continued support.  Please click 5 stars and feel free to share with other artists like yourself! Let's create, Let's GOOOO.. xx. LOVE, Kyriaki

In this episode, we sit down with director Susanne Rostock and activist Carmen Perez to discuss the deeply moving documentary, Following Harry. The film chronicles the final twelve years of legendary artist and civil rights leader Harry Belafonte's life, capturing his enduring commitment to social justice and his mission to inspire the next generation to disrupt injustice worldwide.   From the aftermath of Trayvon Martin's death to the Ferguson protests and the creation of the Women's March right in his office, Following Harry offers unprecedented frontline access to Belafonte's public endeavors and private home conversations.   Following Harry is available Nationwide in the US and Canada on Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango, and major VOD platforms. Watch the Following Harry Official Trailer to see a preview of this powerful, award-winning film.   Highlights from the Film: Directed by: Susanne Rostock Sing Your Song Produced by: Frankie Nasso, Edward Zeng, and Susanne Rostock Executive Produced by: Mimi Polk Gitlin, David Dinerstein, Pamela Belafonte, and Jeff Kranzdorf Featuring: Harry Belafonte, Aja Monet, Angela Davis, Aloe Blacc, Carmen Perez, Chuck D, Gina Belafonte, Jamie Foxx, Jesse Williams, Kerry Kennedy, Rosario Dawson, and more Official Selection and Awards: Tribeca Film Festival, Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Winner of the Sidewalk Film Festival Jury Award, and the BronzeLens Cinema and Social Justice Award Thanks for tuning in! Stay connected with me here

Go inside the LA Premiere of the 2024 indie dramedy Here's Yianni! Join host Katie Chonacas on the red carpet for exclusive, quick-fire chats with the creative forces behind this moving film.   Hear directly from writer and director Christina Eliopoulos on how her own father's real-life story inspired the movie. Lead actor Joe Cortese breaks down his powerful role as Yianni—a Greek diner owner battling dementia who starts to believe he is a late-night talk show host. Plus, get exclusive words from the legendary actress and producer Colleen Camp (who stars as Dr. Jenny).   Here's Yianni! features an incredible veteran cast including Julia Ormond, Rosanna Arquette, Kevin Pollak, and Eric Roberts. Tune in for an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at independent filmmaking, storytelling with heart, and red-carpet magic!   Stay connected with me

How do you beat the dry spells in the entertainment industry? You take action, create your own opportunities, and lift up other women along the way.   In this episode of She's All Over the Place, we sit down with powerhouse actor and filmmaker Louisa Connolly-Burnham. Louisa shares her insights on supporting women in film, telling powerful women-led stories, and taking control of your creative journey.   We dive deep into her latest project, "The Intimacy Coordinator"—a dark, sexy, and twisted thriller that explores intimacy, identity, power, and compulsion. Following a protagonist who balances her role as an on-set intimacy coordinator with her personal life as a sex addict, the film tackles a highly relevant cultural subject as dynamics on film sets continue to evolve.   Louisa also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her incredible trajectory, from her short film "Sister Wives"—which was longlisted for the Oscars, BAFTAs, and BIFAs—to developing it into a feature film with Francis Ford Coppola and Sofia Coppola's production company, American Zoetrope.   Inside this episode: How actors can transition into filmmaking and generate their own work. The changing cultural dynamics and controversies surrounding intimacy coordination on modern sets. Moving from an acclaimed short film to a feature development deal with legendary production houses. Connect with our guest and follow her on YouTube: Website: louisaconnollyburnham.com Stay connected with me here: chonacas.com/links/

I went to the LA Premiere of Józefa—and stayed for the exclusive post-screening Q&A!    In this special episode, we are taking you straight to the Lumiere Music Hall for the Los Angeles premiere of Józefa. First, join me on the red carpet as I connect with the film's writer, director, producer, and star,  Kathryn Kalucki.   Known for her incredible career casting major Hollywood projects like The Walking Dead: Dead City, Michael Bay's Ambulance, and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, Kathryn shares how she transitioned into directing to bring this deeply personal piece of history to life. I also catch up with actor  Kranthi Setty, composer Arvis Yao, and editor  Andrew Gibson. Afterward, listen in to the full, emotional live Q&A audio featuring the special guest creators.     About the Film: Inspired by the true story of Kathryn Kalucki's grandmother, Józefa follows a plagued Polish-Catholic refugee separated from her sister during World War II. As she struggles to survive in a displacement camp in India, she must grapple with her traumatic past and an uncertain future.     Featured in this episode: • Kathryn Kalucki (Writer/Director/Producer/Actress) • Kranthi Setty (Actor) * Arvis Yao (Composer) • Andrew Gibson (Editor) * Special Guest: Consul General of India, Ambassador Dr. K. J. Srinivasa * Moderated by Anna Różalska—Film & TV Producer, Co-Founder of Match&Spark , and Co-President of the Hollywood Radio and Television Society (HRTS) Associates Los Angeles.     PR Team: https://www.instagram.com/weareinsightpr/      https://www.instagram.com/jozefafilm/ https://www.instagram.com/katkalucki/     Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review for more exclusive indie film coverage!   Stay connected with me: https://www.chonacas.com/links/

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What happens when a father's slipping memory becomes a bridge to conquer his daughter's deepest fears? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas explores the poignant world of Braving the Night , an Oscar-qualifying animated short film that celebrated its premiere at the prestigious HollyShorts Film Festival.   Co-directed by Joshua Kushner and Marilu G. Carranza, Braving the Night utilizes stunning, painterly animation to dive into the emotional landscape of a father living with Alzheimer's disease. The narrative follows Samantha, a young woman haunted by vivid childhood nightmares, whose father has always found a way to join her inside her dreams to protect her. As fantasy begins to blur with reality, the film reveals a deeply moving, circular journey of healing and family devotion. Joshua Kushner shares the behind-the-scenes artistic process of mapping the human mind through animation, the personal inspirations driving the script, and what it takes to launch a successful Academy Award-qualifying run in Hollywood.    Follow our new IG and Substack   Please leave a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcasts and a 5 Star on Spotify.   Your words add a lot of value and support getting insightful education to more creatives.

What happens when you find yourself stuck in a twisted time loop on your very last day on earth? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas sits down with the brilliant British writing and directing duo Daniel Audritt and Kat Butterfield to discuss their incredible new short film, Life Goes On , following its highly anticipated selection and screening at the HollyShorts Film Festival .    Starring BAFTA winners David Bradley (Harry Potter, Game of Thrones) and Matt Berry (What We Do in the Shadows), Life Goes On follows an 83-year-old hospice patient caught in an endless glitch where his final day resets every single time his heart stops. Daniel and Kat open up about the personal inspiration behind setting a dark comedy in a hospice, navigating the delicate balance between laugh-out-loud humor and emotional vulnerability, and what it takes to launch a powerful BAFTA and Oscar qualification campaign. Streaming globally to over 100 countries, this is an inspiring look at tackling heavy themes through bold, life-affirming storytelling.   Life Goes On Film IG Award-winning writing/producing/directing duo, Daniel Audritt & Kat Butterfield IG   Follow our new IG and Substack :)

What does true redemption look like after spending five decades behind bars? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas connects live with award-winning documentary filmmaker Dana Nachman to discuss her powerful new Oscar-qualifying short film, The Second Life of Freddie Nole , following its acclaimed screening at the HollyShorts Film Festival .    The Second Life of Freddie Nole offers an intimate, vérité look at Freddie Nole—a man who survived 50 years in prison and dedicated his freedom to founding "Meeting at the Door," a nonprofit providing food, clothes, and rides home to newly released individuals. Dana dives into the emotional weight of filming his journey, the urgent realities of prison re-entry, and how human compassion acts as the ultimate tool against recidivism. Streaming audio globally to over 100 countries, this episode is a deeply moving conversation about second chances, justice, and the quiet power of showing up.   Follow our new IG and Substack :)

What hidden truths do we uncover when we change our perspective behind the lens? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas sits down with visionary filmmaker Adam Brynes to explore his stunning new short film, Viewfinder , as it celebrates its highly anticipated Oscar-qualifying run in Hollywood. We pull back the curtain on the creative vision, technical mastery, and emotional depth required to craft an Academy Award-contending short film. Adam shares his artistic journey, the challenges of independent filmmaking, and what it takes to captivate a Hollywood audience on the festival circuit. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on visual storytelling, cinematic themes, and the dedication behind breaking into the highest tiers of indie cinema.   Follow our IG and new Substack :)

What lengths will a parent go to when pushed to the absolute limit? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas sits down with award-winning Iranian-Canadian writer and director Amir Zargara . We dive deep into his incredible new short film, Vital , which made its highly anticipated screening on opening night at the HollyShorts Film Festival as part of its BAFTA and Oscar qualification campaign.   Winner of the prestigious Stage 32 Short Film Contest, Vital weaves a gripping parallel narrative between two different worlds. In Tehran, a single mother faces the agonizing decision to sell her own organs to save her ailing daughter. Meanwhile, in the United States, an Iranian-American physician navigates dangerous, shadowy ethical boundaries to protect his own child. Amir discusses the intricate logistics of filming across borders, his mission to build deep empathy without judgment, and what it takes to launch a successful Academy Award consideration campaign.   Follow us on IG - Oh, and we have a new Substack :)

What happens when deeply painful lived experiences are transformed into cinematic activism? In this episode of She's All Over the Place , host Katie Chonacas brings you live to the red carpet at the famous TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood for the HollyShorts Film Festival .   We are joined by the incredible creative team behind the powerful, BAFTA and Oscar-qualifying short film project centered on the Stop Asian Kate. This episode features exclusive interviews with the lead actor—who also wrote the project from intense personal experience—alongside the film's producers, director, and co-writer. Streaming audio across more than 100 countries, we dive deep into the cultural urgency of the film, the collective mission to combat anti-Asian racism through authentic storytelling, and what it felt like to celebrate this vital piece of independent cinema on one of Hollywood's most historic stages.   Follow our IG, oh, and we have a new Substack :)

What happens when a powerful legacy clashes with a devastating crime? In this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas sits down with award-winning actor, co-writer, and producer Leonardo Cecchi to discuss the world premiere of his powerful short film, Call It All Love, at the HollyShorts Film Festival.   Directed by David Mazouz, Call It All Love reconstructs a real 2010 Virginia killing to interrogate privilege, complicity, and family legacy. The psychological drama follows a powerful businessman confronting the consequences of his family's history as a jury wrestles with justice for a privileged young man accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend. Leonardo shares the intense behind-the-scenes journey of writing and shooting the film in just 14 days, how it served as a form of self-therapy, and how he has already expanded the project into a fully developed limited series show bible. Tune in to explore how true crime, filmmaking, and human empathy intersect in this gripping project.   Follow us on IG

What happens when technology starts offering us frictionless versions of intimacy? In this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas sits down with USC School of Cinematic Arts graduate and bestselling relationship author Lisa Steadman to discuss her directorial debut short film, tAInted Love.   As the sole winner of the Stage 32 competition, Lisa earned a coveted spot screening on opening night at the HollyShorts Film Festival. We dive deep into the inspiration behind tAInted Love—a near-future relationship short exploring AI companionship, modern dating, and loneliness in Los Angeles. Lisa shares her unique perspective from a career spent studying how humans connect, fall in love, break up, and reinvent themselves. Tune in for a fascinating conversation on whether removing friction from relationships ultimately removes something essential about being human.   Follow us here.

In this episode of She's All Over the Place, host Katie Chonacas sits down with New York-based writer and director Jeremy Max to discuss his powerful new short film, BLEEDER, ahead of its World Premiere at the HollyShorts Film Festival.   BLEEDER is an intimate psychological drama that follows a man who earns a living by enduring brutal beatings, only to find himself confronting the deep emotional wounds he has spent years trying to outrun. Blending raw realism with surrealism, the film offers a profound exploration of trauma, masculinity, and the restorative power of human connection.   Jeremy shares the internal choices and creative journey that led him from NYU Tisch to crafting one of the most compelling short films of the festival circuit this year. He also dives into what it takes to build a dedicated filmmaking career and how this project serves as a proof of concept for an upcoming feature adaptation.   In this conversation, we explore: The inspiration behind BLEEDER and exploring the hidden emotional burdens men carry. Working with former professional boxer John Duddy ("The Derry Destroyer") to bring absolute authenticity from the ring to the screen. The collaborative process with Academy-invited producer Scott Aharoni (They Follow, The Chronology of Water) and cinematographer David Foy. Jeremy's artistic evolution following his acclaimed previous shorts, Dream Girl and The Second Oldest Man Alive. Practical advice for new, dedicated filmmakers navigating the festival circuit and building a proof of concept. If you found this episode inspiring, please share and make sure to subscribe and leave a 5-Star review, as it supports independent creators like you and me. :) Follow and stay connected with us here