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How do you turn a technical camera launch into a soulful piece of science fiction? In this episode, director Andrew Kightlinger joins the Rumikay Talks podcast to break down the reality of a career in film. From his unique childhood education in Madagascar—where movies arrived in a traveling "Red Island Video Club" footlocker—to directing a feature for Sylvester Stallone, Andrew shares what it takes to survive and thrive in the industry.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The "Sting" of Rejection: Why the "no’s" never stop hurting, but how to stop taking them personally.
• The Art of the Pitch: How Andrew landed the Fujifilm GFX launch by pitching emotional storytelling over technical specs.
• Vulnerability on Set: Why being a "benevolent director" and taking acting classes leads to more truthful performances.
• Grief as Inspiration: How the loss of his grandmother fueled the script for his latest sci-fi short.
• Atomic Habits: Why small steps and personal growth are essential for staying focused as a creative.

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OKAY at Slamdance:

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Slamdance Film Festival: February 19th–25th in Los Angeles (and virtually!)

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