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In this episode, filmmaker and actress Emma Parks join us for an engaging Filmmaker Q&A session. The conversation explores Emma's experiences making her coming-of-age dramedy short film "Dirty Towel," which tackles themes of sexual shame and empowerment while examining the universal struggle of owning personal decisions against parental expectations. Emma shares insights about her creative process, the collaborative filmmaking experience, and the challenges of breaking into the industry after film school.

We also talk about:

• How filmmaking mistakes, particularly forgotten lines during acting, can create more authentic and natural moments on screen

• The myth that scripts are ever truly finished, as they continue evolving through pre-production, filming, and post-production phases

• The influence of Cameron Crowe's "Almost Famous" on Emma's filmmaking approach and her love for coming-of-age storytelling

• What film schools should teach but don't - specifically the bridge between artistry and industry, including fundraising, networking, and career development

• The hard truths about filmmaking, including the challenges of script development and the importance of asking for advice rather than money when building industry relationships

Mentioned in this episode:

Emma Parks (filmmaker/actress)

Callie Carpinteri (director of "Dirty Towel")

Laura Coover (actress)"Dirty Towel" (short film)"

Almost Famous" by Cameron Crowe

"Forrest Gump"

"The Princess Bride"

"All Light Will End" (film)"

The Green Mile"

Tisch School of the Arts (NYU)

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