George Tillman [Filmaker | Director | Producer]

This episode (EP 159) is brought to you by MPI Southern California (mpiscc.org). George shares advice for young filmmakers, depth in Hollywood, and his experience directing "The Hate U Give".

 

Show Notes:

3:25 - All My Children.

5:27 - "Instead of what is popular, let's focus on what is important ..."

6:08 - The inspiration behind producing "The Hate U Give"

8:08 - The hardest scene to direct in the movie.

12:25 - The scene at the restaurant.

17:25 - Why Hollywood lacks depth in the current times.

20:55 - Additions to one of the more impactful scenes in the book.

23:40 - "She can be both ... "

32:37 - How does George stay creatively full.

34:10 - Advice for young filmmakers and to a young George Tillman, Jr.

38:50 - Favorite Biggie & 2-Pac songs.

40:40 - Two different Hollywoods.

47:25 - What continues to inspire George.

 

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