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Maria’s journey began as an actress, but her passion for storytelling soon led her into the world of production. In 2018, she and Harry Knight founded Falling Films, a production company born from a collaboration that started with a crush and evolved into creating incredible films together.

Maria is also the writer and director of Fake Blood, a powerful film about a menstruators journey of rediscovering her body after years on birth control.

Tune in as we dive into her unique journey from acting to production, and how she’s making waves in the indie film scene.

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🎧 New Podcast Episode! 🎧

This week on SISTALAND Sessions, we sit down with the brilliant Sarika, a powerhouse Brand Content Producer, Digital Creator, small business content educator, introvert videographer, and founder of Studio A, based in the beautiful Cotswolds.

In this episode, Sarika shares her insights on:

• How learning on the job and making mistakes are key to growth.
• Her top tips on building confidence when prospecting for new work.
• The importance of financial security and why having a nest egg is essential.
• Why you don’t need to be a pro to get started—just dive in and figure it out along the way! 💪

If you’re a creative, freelancer, or entrepreneur looking for real advice from someone who’s been through it, this episode is for you!

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Episode Overview: Join Nikita and Jules as they introduce SISTALAND, a creative, inclusive platform designed to reframe how we network in the film and TV industries. Nikita (the Founder of SISTALAND) shares her inspiration behind creating this space for women and non-binary creatives, aiming to foster genuine connections and provide a more accessible way to network beyond traditional approaches.

Highlights:

• SISTALAND's Mission: A supportive community for creatives, where networking is easy and accessible, especially for those who find in-person events overwhelming.
• Unique Networking Approach: Moving away from the elevator-pitch culture, SISTALAND focuses on creative, non-work-related activities to ignite inspiration and build real connections.
• The Platform: An app where members can showcase their skills, connect with others, and easily access jobs and opportunities in a collaborative environment.
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With plenty of laughs and real talk, Nikita and Jules set the stage for what’s to come on SISTALAND Sessions, while enjoying some virtual fizz and good vibes!

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