Send us a text In this conversation, Liz Whitmere shares her journey from performer to director, discussing the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way. She emphasizes the importance of authentic representation of women in film, particularly flawed and complex characters. Liz reflects on her creative process, the inspiration behind her short film 'Cold', and the collaborative nature of directing. She also touches on the differences between directing for television and film, her inspirations, and how she overcomes writer's block. In this engaging conversation, Liz Whitmere shares her experiences in the film industry, discussing the challenges of accessibility on set, common mistakes made by new filmmakers, and the importance of planning for post-production. Liz also delves into her recent work in documentary filmmaking and her passion for teaching digital storytelling. The virtual premiere of COLD if you missed it was fantastic! Really great Q&A after with bloopers from the shoot. I can't wait to see what happens next with COLD. You can watch COLD here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=skNO_IcRUXM You can follow Liz and stay connected through her website newsletter, sign up at https://lizwhitmere.com/ Such a pleasure chatting with her, she's so inspiring and a champion for those starting out in their creative careers! Chapters00:00 The Journey to Directing03:10 The Quest for Authentic Representation05:38 The Directing Process: Learning on the Job07:40 Creating 'Cold': Inspiration and Challenges10:07 Navigating Directorial Challenges13:05 Defining a Good Director15:37 Directing for TV vs. Film17:05 Inspirations Behind the Lens19:10 The Making of 'Cold' and Future Plans21:10 The Art of Collaboration in Directing22:56 Surprises in the Directing Journey26:13 Balancing Directing and Acting28:23 Overcoming Writer's Block33:20 Embarrassing Moments on Set34:51 The Importance of Accessible Sets36:51 Common Mistakes in Filmmaking39:25 Navigating Copyright and Music Rights41:31 The Challenges of Filmmaking43:31 Advice to Younger Filmmakers50:20 Building Courses for Creators54:18 The Journey of Documentary Filmmaking54:56 The Decision to Have Children57:29 Introduction and Listener Engagement 

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