In this inspiring episode of #WorksNProgress, host #MoniceMitchellSimms has a candid conversation with multi-nominated Emmy-winning writer, producer, and director, #JaneAnderson.
They discuss Jane's artistic journey, the ups and downs of her career, and her experiences as a queer woman in Hollywood.
They also delve into the importance of balancing an artistic career with social giving, and explore the complexities of race in storytelling, exemplified by #StrangeArrivals - Jane's current screenplay about an interracial couple and their alleged UFO abduction in the 1960s. The film stars #DemiMoore and #ColmanDomingo and is currently in pre-production.
Don't miss this captivating dialogue on creativity, perseverance, and lifelong learning!
00:00 Introduction to Jane Anderson
01:29 Jane's Journey in Hollywood
06:10 Volunteering and Personal Growth
12:04 Early Life and Inspirations
17:56 Transition to Playwriting
29:11 Navigating the Writer's Room
31:05 Understanding the White Gaze
36:41 The Story of Betty and Barney Hill
44:27 Crafting Authentic Characters
49:23 Mastering Subtext in Screenwriting
01:01:54 Final Thoughts and Advice
