Geoffrey sits down with the creative team behind the Slamdance hit Race Walkers: a fresh, hilarious sports comedy about the underdog world of race walking. Directors Kevin Claydon and Phil Moniz, writer-producer Evan Landry, and actor-writers Kevin and Phil share how the film came to life, how Robbie Amell joined the cast, and why comedy in indie film is making a comeback. It’s an inspiring deep dive into how tight scripts, tight friendships, and bold concepts can create magic on screen.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to build a film concept from the ground up with friends
• Why sports comedies are ready for a resurgence
• The value of staying within your budget and scope as a filmmaker
• How Robbie Amell helped fast-track Race Walkers
• Tips for keeping authenticity when satirizing niche sports

Key Moments:

• (01:06) How the Race Walkers team formed and the concept came to life
• (03:40) Why race walking was a perfect, untapped sports comedy concept
• (05:10) How Robbie Amell and Collective Pictures got involved
• (08:15) Plans for distribution and why comedies belong in theaters
• (12:00) Advice to indie screenwriters on writing within their means

About the Guests:

• Kevin Claydon and Phil Moniz are actor-directors and longtime collaborators behind Race Walkers.
• Evan Landry is a screenwriter and producer on the film. The trio has been creating content together since their 20s.
• Race Walkers stars Robbie Amell and has been gaining acclaim on the festival circuit for its sharp writing and lovable absurdity.

About the Host:
With films on network television, streaming platforms, and in theaters, Geoffrey D. Calhoun is a screenwriter, author of The Guide for Every Screenwriter, and a passionate mentor in the industry. He hosts The Successful Screenwriter podcast to empower writers and filmmakers at every level.

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

• Race Walkers
• Slamdance Film Festival
• Robbie Amell on IMDb

Connect with Geoffrey D. Calhoun:

• Website
• Instagram @screenwriterpod
• TikTok @screenwriterpod

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