Inside the Room: Chris Folkens on Improvised Filmmaking and the Power of Why
Description
What does it take to direct a sci-fi thriller with no script, no studio, and just 8 days of filming? In this week’s episode, John sits down with filmmaker Chris Folkens, whose debut feature Catalyst is turning heads in the indie world.
Shot guerrilla-style with an ensemble cast improvising every scene, Catalyst is more than a film—it’s a mirror to society, challenging everything from ego to identity. Chris shares the 9-year journey behind the film, how he raised money in phases, the choice to avoid studio interference, and why trusting your instinct is everything in independent filmmaking.
If you’ve ever dreamed of making a movie, this is the episode you need to hear.
Watch Catalyst now on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.
🎬 Guest: Chris Folkens, Writer/Director of Catalyst
📍 Hosted by: John Williams
🎙 Produced by: In the Room
🔗 YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/ZPAOP8tHJeE
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