In this episode, Sarah sits down with award-winning director Brent Hodge to discuss his latest documentary, 50,000 First Dates, now streaming on Amazon Prime. The film tells the extraordinary real-life love story of Nesh Pillay and JJ Jakope—a couple whose relationship is put to the ultimate test when Nesh wakes up with no memory of her fiancé, mistaking him for an Uber driver.
Brent shares what drew him to their story, the challenges of documenting such an emotional journey, and how he balanced storytelling with medical accuracy. We also dive into the evolving landscape of documentary filmmaking, the role of archival footage, and Brent’s upcoming projects.
It’s a conversation about resilience, storytelling instincts, and the power of love. Don’t miss it!
https://www.amazon.com/50-000-First-Dates-Season/dp/B0DQ842SL5
