Not sure there’s a blueprint for building a filmmaking network, but I’ve seen how certain moments—screenings, travel, and even unexpected opportunities—naturally connect you with the right people.

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🎥 Getting your documentary on PBS might seem impossible—but it’s not! In this episode, I sit down with Zach Baliva, director of Potentially Dangerous, to break down how he successfully distributed his film on PBS without signing a bad deal with a distributor.

🎥 Is content creation the opposite of filmmaking? I try to explain the difference and the implication of these 2 world.

In this episode of the Documentary Questions Podcast, I tackle the question: How do you make a story out of a topic? Breaking down three approaches—following passionate characters, guided research journeys, and observational filmmaking—I share practical insights to help transform broad ideas into compelling stories. Whether you're just starting out or already experienced, this episode provides tools to enhance your storytelling.

💡 Want to learn exactly how to distribute your film on PBS?👉 Get exclusive access to Zach’s insights & step-by-step PBS strategy—free! Go on howwefilm.com🎥 Getting your documentary on PBS might seem impossible—but it’s not! In this episode, I sit down with Zach Baliva, director of Potentially Dangerous, to break down how he successfully distributed his film on PBS without signing a bad deal with a distributor.

I had the privilege of keeping my conversation with Aly Parker going in this second episode. Aly, now an Oscar-nominated producer and the President of Documentary at Kennedy Marshall Company (The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart, The Beach Boys, and more), shares her insights on creating impactful documentaries, navigating challenges, and understanding the complexities of distribution.🎁 Exclusive Content Alert:Want to know Aly’s strategy for securing distribution deals? Visit www.howwefilm.com and access her advice for free in the exclusive content section.

When I started in documentary filmmaking, I often wondered if I could ever break into the industry. That’s why I love conversations like this one with Aly Parker, the Oscar-nominated President of Documentary at Kennedy Marshall Company (The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart, The Beach Boys, and more). Aly didn’t follow a traditional path—she never went to film school—and yet she worked her way from PA gigs to producing Emmy-nominated and now Oscar-nominated documentaries.In this episode, Aly shares her candid journey, offering advice on how to get started, what it’s really like to work in production, and how hard work, consistency, and genuine relationships can take you further than you imagine.💡 Exclusive Content Alert: Want to learn Aly’s step-by-step advice for securing distribution for your documentary? Access her insights for free at 👉 www.howwefilm.com.

Going from short-form content to long-form storytelling isn’t easy. It’s like comparing a marathon to a speedrun. So, what needs to change to make the switch—and why? Let’s break it down.

Join me as I continue my conversation with Niels Pagh Andersen, editor of The Act of Killing and The Look of Silence (both Oscar-nominated). In this episode, Niels shares profound insights into balancing chaos and direction in documentary filmmaking, overcoming fear, and the longing for authenticity in a fast-paced world.

Learn the art of authentic storytelling with Niels Pagh Andersen, editor of the Oscar-nominated documentaries The Act of Killing and The Look of Silence. In this insightful conversation, Niels reveals how to break free from rigid structures, embrace subtext, and find deeper truths in documentary filmmaking.

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