As someone trying to break into the industry, it’s a tough balance. Audiences are looking for more than just entertainment – they want shows that resonate with their values. Sometimes that means taking a clear stance. There’s a market for that, which is why we're seeing so much of it.

Man, that sounds brutal but kinda par for the course in indie filmmaking. Locations fall through like all the time and actors... well, let's just say they're not always the most reliable if they're not being paid much (or at all?). Keep your chin up, network like crazy, and maybe …