In this episode of Untold Stories, recorded live at the Florida Theatre, filmmaker Adam Madrid takes us on a journey through the highs and lows of his career. After facing rejection from Florida State University’s film school, Adam refused to give up on his passion for filmmaking. Instead, he embarked on a self-taught journey, working tirelessly on small projects with friends, which gradually led to his recognition in Jacksonville's film community.

Adam shares how he turned setbacks into opportunities, eventually winning the 48 Hour Film Project and securing a role as Jacksonville’s first Film Production Coordinator. His story is one of resilience, creativity, and the power of community support. This episode offers listeners an inspiring look at how determination and collaboration can transform dreams into reality, making it a must-listen for anyone pursuing a creative path.

Untold Stories is a production of the historic Florida Theatre.
Barbara Colaciello is the Artistic Director and the host of the show. Numa Saisselin is the President of the Florida Theatre.

Jeremy Moore and Eric Stanfield made the live recordings of Untold Stories. Saul Lucio is the Technical Director of the Florida Theatre.

WJCT Producers are Brady Corum, David Luckin and Letisha Bereola.

The live performances of Untold Stories were made possible by a generous gift from the Wolfburg Family.

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