Chuck and Brenda talk with Ann Arbor’s own Christina Morales Hemenway, founder of Dancingstar Productions. From studying under Marcel Marceau to producing six feature films, Christina shares her journey of creating independent, “uplifting” cinema outside the Hollywood system.

Episode Highlights:

* The Independent Spark: Why a “lost” master tape at a major studio led Christina to embrace total creative independence.

* Michigan Film Scene: A look at the rise and fall of the state’s film incentives and why she insists on filming in Ann Arbor.

* Cinema that Heals: The mission behind “uplifting” films and a moving story of how her movie Angel Moon saved a viewer’s life.

* Universal Chord: Details on her upcoming 1969 period piece starring Sally Struthers, featuring Ann Arbor icons like Iggy Pop and the Big House.

* Mentorship: How her Creative Academy and Presence Coaching help new artists break into the business without making the same mistakes she did.

Resources & Links:

* Stream Her Films: Watch directly at DancingStarProductions.com (where 100% of your rental goes to the filmmaker!).

* Uplifting Film Festival: Join the event on April 26th at Hearsay Brewery.

* Learn the Craft: Check out her film-making and content creator tutorials.

* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DancingstarProductions

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