In this episode of Next Gen Cinema, Ian Wald and Hunter Schwefringhaus are joined by filmmaker Ryan Watson to discuss the balance between creativity and the business side of filmmaking. Ryan shares his insights on staying true to your passion and the importance of focusing on quality. Towards the end, Ian and Hunter dive into the power of a great opening scene, discussing how it can set the tone for a film, hook the audience, and establish a strong emotional connection right from the start.