Have you ever wondered how film can make a REAL impact in this world? Well my next guest is the real deal. In this episode, I sit down with Mark Steenbarger, the founder and CEO of Point of View Stories, a groundbreaking film production company that creates short narrative films for therapeutic purposes.

Mark shares how he drew inspiration from parables in the Bible to develop compelling story structures for his films. We dive into the concept of the "third wheel" and its connection to trust issues faced by survivors of commercial sexual exploitation. Mark's journey into filmmaking for trafficked individuals reveals the profound impact these films have on their healing process.

Discover how storytelling can be a powerful tool for therapy and learn about Mark’s vision for collaborating with agencies and creatives to make a real difference. If you're passionate about how to make a film with purpose or filmmaking for impact, this episode is for you!

Takeaways:

Using parables as a story structure can create powerful and impactful narratives.

The concept of the "third wheel" can be used to explore trust issues and relational dynamics.

Films can be a therapeutic tool for survivors of commercial sexual exploitation, helping them unpack trauma and rewire beliefs.

Getting involved in creating films for impact requires collaboration with agencies and individuals with lived experience.

Find out more at http://pointofviewstory.com

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