Akal Demir (EXCLUSIVE) Interview INDIE PRODUCER OF THE YEAR 2024

2024 June 23

Akal Demir (EXCLUSIVE) Interview INDIE PRODUCER OF THE YEAR 2024

-What has been the greatest difficulty you faced in producing your project?

The greatest difficulty I faced in producing my project was finding the right balance between creative vision and my x always telling me to stop dreaming and tell everyone, I was a wanna be and an epic failure… It was challenging to bring my artistic vision to life while managing limited resources effectively.
From being put down every day… Telling me I am going to go no where… This made me more determined to succeed…
In My vision and go forward.

-Do you think the film industry today has been damaged by political correctness?

I believe that the film industry today has been influenced by political correctness. While there is a push for more inclusive and diverse storytelling, there are instances where excessive political correctness may hinder creative freedom and authentic storytelling. Finding the right balance is crucial for the industry’s growth and evolution.

-What was the greatest source of inspiration for creating your project?

The greatest source of inspiration for creating my project was personal experiences and emotions. Drawing from real-life stories and human connections fueled my creativity and gave depth to the characters and narrative. I have been blessed to have actors that go and went far beyond my expectations. My actors , Tony Nicholas, Jenny Meehan, Hayden Clarke,  Alice Benfer,
Brian Jewell, Tina Currah , Marcel AG, Sue Dobbins , Tarynn Roach, Murray P and Mark Wainwright…

Have brought Catalysm Down Under to life with there amazing skills of acting…
And have fueld this feature film with plenty of action and suspense.

-If you could ask a question to a great director from the past, who would you like to talk to and what would you ask them?

If I could ask a question to a great director from the past, I would like to talk to Stanley Kubrick. I would ask him about his meticulous attention to detail and his unique approach to storytelling. Understanding his process and creative decisions would be enlightening and inspiring.

-What do you think of the Wild Filmmaker platform?

I think the Wild Filmmaker platform is a valuable resource for filmmakers at all levels. It provides a supportive community, opportunities for networking, and access to resources and knowledge sharing. The platform fosters creativity, collaboration, and growth within the filmmaking community.