DiscoverPast Present Feature with Marcus MizelleE55 • How to Build a Nightmare, and the Art of Letting Go • JULIA MAX, dir. of ‘The Surrender’ Now on AMC+ following SXSW
E55 • How to Build a Nightmare, and the Art of Letting Go • JULIA MAX, dir. of ‘The Surrender’ Now on AMC+ following SXSW

E55 • How to Build a Nightmare, and the Art of Letting Go • JULIA MAX, dir. of ‘The Surrender’ Now on AMC+ following SXSW

Update: 2025-06-24
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Julia Max, director of “The Surrender”, which premiered at SXSW and is now streaming on AMC+, discusses her journey as a filmmaker, with past inspiration coming from Stanley Kubrick’s “The Shining”.

Julia shares insights into the horror genre, the importance of character development, and the challenges of navigating the filmmaking process. She emphasizes the significance of a supportive team, the role of women in film, and the impact of audience reception on future projects. 

Julia touches on her editing and casting process, and the importance of rehearsals, providing many valuable lessons for aspiring filmmakers.


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E55 • How to Build a Nightmare, and the Art of Letting Go • JULIA MAX, dir. of ‘The Surrender’ Now on AMC+ following SXSW

E55 • How to Build a Nightmare, and the Art of Letting Go • JULIA MAX, dir. of ‘The Surrender’ Now on AMC+ following SXSW

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