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Susan J Hilger's avatar

And just be kind to everyone, because we are dreamers. Love it.

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

I loved that line as well, it’s so true! We’re dreamers

Cathy's avatar

I liked that line too!

Heather Piper's avatar

So refreshing to read about the joy of doing work you love and the art of collaboration. The added bonus: actual shooting and production in LA. More of this, please.

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

Yeah I 100% agree with your comments! It's not nearly as common to see shooting and production in LA as it used to be despite all the talent there.

itsmichelled_'s avatar

What an insight this was! High Potential is now on my to watch list. & I really like the closing question on advice for people trying to get into entertainment & his answers; which, are pretty universal for most other fields.

Uhm, on a different tangent, how do you source the interviews? I have a friend who's an Emmy award-winning director & producer, I wonder if connecting you would be of interest to you? She's not quite as established/as commercial as the normal profiles you interview, I think. But yeah, just a thought! (:

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

Glad to hear you enjoyed the interview! I’d be curious to hear your thoughts if you get a chance to watch High Potential. I always enjoy hearing everyone’s advice because as you mentioned, most of it is universally applicable!

It would be great to talk to your friend about their work and creative process. Feel free to send me a message/chat here on Substack and we can coordinate further!

itsmichelled_'s avatar

For sure! I'll let you know once I've watched it! & yesss, I'll reach out to my friend & message you personally! (:

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

Sounds great! Feel free to send me a message on Substack whenever and we can go from there

itsmichelled_'s avatar

Will do! (:

Lisa Marie Simmons's avatar

Another terrific interview, sharp, generous, and full of real craft. I loved Mathew’s phrase “preparation meets flexibility” and the way this piece lets the cinematography feel technical as well as deeply emotional. You always bring out the human story within the process, which is one of your great gifts, along with being such a crackerjack writer. Does anyone even say crackerjack anymore? Well, I’m officially bringing it back, heh heh.

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

Thank you very much for the kind words, I’m happy to hear you enjoyed the interview! I’m going to start a petition to get people to start using the term “crackerjack” more. In fact, I may even find a way to put it into my next post! I also loved the “preparation meets flexibility” phrase as well

Lisa Marie Simmons's avatar

Ha! I fully support this noble crackerjack revival effort.

JC's avatar
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The repetition of the word “flexibility” in his responses is a jarring reminder of one of my artistic weaknesses.

Fantastic interview as always, you have a real knack for opening up your subject!

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

Yeah I find being flexible artistically is so much easier said than done. Appreciate the kind words! Happy to hear you enjoyed the interview. Keep up your great work as well!

Lynn J. Broderick's avatar

Great interview!

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

Glad you enjoyed it!

Josiah Collins's avatar

Thanks for sharing this interview! I look forward to Tuesdays because I know you're going to have something new for us! Being in the industry can be extremely challenging so getting to learn about all of these people is a real inspiration!

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

I appreciate the kind words! Glad my content is something you look forward to and that it helps you feel inspired to continue in the industry. I always enjoy reading your work when I get the chance so keep it up!

Margaret C Nikoleit's avatar

We’ve enjoyed watching High Potential. Thanks for giving us the opportunity to learn some behind-the-scene techniques and perspectives!

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

Happy to hear you’re enjoying the show and that you found the interview fruitful!

Hello, I'm Human's avatar

I LOVE that show! It’s so well-done. Thank you for sharing this interview with us!

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

Glad to hear that you enjoyed the show! It was cool to learn about the creative process behind it

Apurva's avatar

Loved the interview. I like to learn about photography and film making the process that goes behind. Your questions were also very precise:) Sharing this with my dear friend who loves the process of film making. Looking forward to more such interesting pieces. :)😊

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

Glad to hear you enjoyed the interview! That’s awesome that you’re sharing this interview with others, hopefully your friend likes it as well. Been enjoying your work as well so keep it up!

Apurva's avatar

thank you so much for your encouraging and kind words:) I am sure he will!

Steena Hernandez's avatar

Enjoyed this interview! 💗 I love learning about all that goes into the filmmaking process. I also appreciated the advice on persistence, being kind, and collaborative. A reminder that applies in so many areas of life.

Hundred Tomatoes's avatar

Happy to hear that enjoyed this interview! It’s amazing how much goes into every project and how every role plays its part. I loved that advice from him as well. People like yourself embody the mantra of kindness, persistence and having collaborative mindsets extremely well which is so great to see. It really is universally applicable

Steena Hernandez's avatar

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