Surviving and Thriving in the Film Industry with Ashley Atwood | Get Reelisms Podcast #164 In this episode of the Get Reelisms Podcast, hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen, both filmmakers, discuss their respective journeys in the film industry. They introduce special guest Ashley Atwood, an Emmy-nominated actress, producer, and director of the Desert Playhouse. Ashley shares her experiences from starting as a dancer to transitioning into acting and producing films. She delves into the challenges faced, including casting struggles, producing content, and navigating the pressures of maintaining a parallel career for financial stability. The conversation offers valuable insights into the realities of show business, the importance of creating your own content, and tips for sustaining a long-term career in the industry. 

Hosts: Adam Rani (@adamthechase)   & Christine Chen (@cchenmtf) 

Guest: Ashley Atwood

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00:00 Introduction and Existential Crisis 

00:47 Meet the Hosts and Special Guest 

01:33 Early Filmmaking Experiences 

02:28 Lessons Learned and Industry Realities 

05:00 Navigating the Film Industry 

05:52 The Importance of a Parallel Career 

08:13 Sustaining a Career in Showbiz 

22:00 Ashley Atwood's Journey 

26:07 Joining Playhouse West and Creating Content 

26:53 First Short Film: Mimi's Misadventure 

28:58 Thursday Afternoon Films and Short Film Challenge 

30:22 Wild Yogis Series and Networking Success 

32:06 Producing Features and Learning from Mistakes 

35:26 The Importance of Creating Your Own Content 

37:01 Understanding the Casting Process 

44:13 Acting School and Courses Offered 

46:58 Podcast Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts

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