In this episode of Unfiltered, John sits down with filmmaker and photographer Julie Pacino to talk about her debut feature film I Live Here Now — a surreal, deeply personal exploration of trauma, identity, and self-acceptance.
Julie opens up about the five-year journey of making the film, shooting entirely on 35mm and 16mm Kodak stock, and the emotional process of revisiting her childhood through art. The two dive into the connection between creativity and healing, the fine line between control and surrender, and the importance of authenticity in a world that often rewards performance over truth.
They also discuss the early NFT photography movement, the power of community, and how that same spirit of collaboration continues to shape their work today.
I Live Here Now is currently screening at festivals worldwide, with a theatrical release planned for early 2026.
