In this episode of FILMD Chats, director and editor Luke Bather shares how an unconventional start in music led him to award-winning short films and industry recognition. Luke walks us through the early days of self-taught filmmaking, the challenges of building a directing career outside traditional pathways, and what he's learned about casting, collaboration, and the film festival circuit. A must-listen for filmmakers navigating the independent route and looking to sharpen their creative and professional instincts.