-What and who has inspired you the most in your artistic career?

I’m not really sure where the inspiration came from. After graduating from college, I was offered a job where I interned. Upon thinking about the offer and continuing on with my education, I knew at that moment it wasn’t what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I never really cared about a steady job with good pay and benefits. I chose to follow the only path I’ve ever known. Fun. Making movies looked like a fun life to live and it was something I could do the rest of my life. I didn’t have to look forward to retirement to enjoy my life. So, I guess that’s what has inspired me the most. Having fun. As for who… I’m a huge Nolan fan!

-Every true artist is also a revolutionary against power. Do you think there is still room today to express one’s revolution through art?

Is that not what brings out the best art? The type of art that everyone can relate to and know what they were thinking or feeling when they see/hear it? I think that if they are not trying to revolutionize the world through their creative outlet then it doesn’t have as much of an impact. That is why many films, songs, paintings etc. although may appear great, may not be as successful as hoped because it was empty. There was no personal touch to impact its audience. Ultimately, you make it for yourself but if you do not express yourself be it a revolution or any other part then it will always fall short. The audience is not dumb. So yes, there is still room today and a must to express one’s revolution through art. 

-We live in a world where, unfortunately, war still exists. Do you believe that if there were more dissemination of art through the media and social networks, the world would be a more peaceful place?

There has been a lifelong battle of creating peace through art. John Lennon Imagine, Schindler’s List, or the famous photo of Tank Man to name a few. There is an endless amount of art that is trying to help create world peace. The sad truth is the ones who create war are the ones who are selfish and uncultured. I don’t believe that any amount of art could change their perspective or point of view because they are insensitive to it. It wouldn’t have any impact because there is nothing inside them to impact. 

-Are you working on a new project? If so, can you give us a sneak peek?

My current project is near completion. We are currently in post and rapidly coming to an end. Will be done in the next few months and will be ready for the festival run of 2025. Keep an eye out for it. It’s called Wacko. The story is about two families from a small suburban town. When one family crumbles and loses everything due to jealousy and envy, there is one who decides to take justice into their own hands. If you enjoy a psychological thriller with the revenge story of an eye for an eye then this may be for you.