Give Yourself Permission with Writer and Director Jennifer Cho Suhr

10/27/20 • 55 min

If you're interested in creating independent film, then this episode is for you! Today we are chatting with Jennifer Cho Suhr. Jen is a writer and director.
We talk about:

The process of getting a feature off of the ground
Embracing the term female filmmaker
Learning from your old work and building internal confidence
Giving yourself permission to create and make bad work
Generosity in the industry
And more!

Mentioned in the Episode:
Sofy Solomon Seasame Workshop
Tribeca: Through Her Lens
Connect with Jen:
www.jenniferchosuhr.com
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Music by: Michael Paraskevas

If you're interested in creating independent film, then this episode is for you! Today we are chatting with Jennifer Cho Suhr. Jen is a writer and director.
We talk about:

The process of getting a feature off of the ground
Embracing the term female filmmaker
Learning from your old work and building internal confidence
Giving yourself permission to create and make bad work
Generosity in the industry
And more!

Mentioned in the Episode:
Sofy Solomon Seasame Workshop
Tribeca: Through Her Lens
Connect with Jen:
www.jenniferchosuhr.com
Stay Up to Date:

Follow whatsyoursecretpodcast and arigjohnson on Instagram
Sign up for our newsletter to download Ari’s Secrets (otherwise known as what Ari is reading/watching)
Visit whatsyoursecretpodcast.com

Music by: Michael Paraskevas

Previous Episode

TV Development & Learning on the Job with Allegra Breedlove

Are you interested in learning about TV development? Then you'll love this episode! Allegra Breedlove works in comedy development at ABC. We cover everything from what goes into comedy development (i.e. how TV shows actually get made) to learning on the job and looking for the good in life.

Overview

What goes into comedy development?
What makes a show stand out?
Learning on the job
Using everything as a learning opportunity
Focus on being your best you instead of comparing yourself to other's journey
Stepping outside of your comfort zone
The importance of arts education

Mentioned in the Episode:
The Body Pod: Ari's Body Story
Connect with Allegra:

IG: allegra_blair

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Music by:

Michael Paraskevas

Next Episode

Taking Ownership of Your Dreams with Filmmaker Kelsey Fordham

If you're a creative in need of a feel-good episode, then you'll love this episode. Today we're chatting with filmmaker Kelsey Fordham.
We chat about:

Taking ownership of your dreams
Imposter syndrome/ feeling not enough
Directing for the first time
Staying true to yourself and following your authentic voice
Getting started "late"
Using fear as a compass
And more!

Connect with Kelsey:

IG: @kelseyfordham_
@entitled.shortfilm

Mentioned in the Episode:

Why Not Me by Mindy Kaling
Article: The Crossroads of Should and Must
TED Talk: Story Corps
Kelsey's short film "Entitled" will be premiering at the Oscar qualifying HollyShorts Film Festival

Stay Up to Date:

Follow whatsyoursecretpodcast and arigjohnson on Instagram
Sign up for our newsletter to download Ari’s Secrets (otherwise known as what Ari is reading/watching)
Visit whatsyoursecretpodcast.com

Music by: Michael Paraskevas