Listen "Sofia Yepes- Acting, Producing, and Breaking Barriers"
Episode Synopsis
In this inspiring episode of The Neil Haley Show, Neil sits down with the multi-talented Sofia Yepes—an actress, producer, and co-writer—who shares her journey of carving out a space for herself in the entertainment industry.👉 Highlights from the episode:Sofia’s early love for acting and how it became her lifelong passionThe challenges she faced transitioning from New York to Los Angeles and navigating typecasting in Latino rolesWhy she decided to take control of her career by producing and co-writing her own filmThe creative process behind her latest film, featuring a powerful narrative about a Latina, queer music producer, a drug lord, and a story of love, loyalty, and betrayalThe tough decisions behind cutting scenes during film editing and how it impacts the final productHer commitment to telling diverse and underrepresented stories in filmA sneak peek into her next project—a Western film with a fresh perspective on Latinas in the genreInsight into the realities of writing and co-writing screenplays as an actor-turned-filmmakerThe influence of streaming networks like INSP and Yellowstone in reviving WesternsHow Sofia envisions using her platform to open doors for others and challenge stereotypes in Hollywood🎬 Where to watch Sofia’s film:Available now on In The Black Network.
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.