Episode 86: How an indie film "All is fine in '89 captured the authenticity of a decade

Episode 86: How an indie film "All is fine in '89 captured the authenticity of a decade

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March 8, 2026 · 1h 0m · Episode 86

About this episode

Filmmakers Matt and Adam Lupis discuss their indie film 'All Is Fine in ‘89' and the authenticity of 80s storytelling.

In this engaging interview, filmmakers Matt and Adam Lupis discuss the challenges and successes of creating their period piece “All Is Fine in ‘89.” They share insights on filmmaking, casting, VFX, and navigating the indie film scene, offering valuable lessons for aspiring filmmakers. We talk about themes that most teen-focused films of the 80s glossed over, but they aim to connect with audiences through storytelling that is both authentic and daring. Take a listen and join us, download, like, and share, but most of all #supportindiefilmamkers and #keepwatchingfilms Follow Matt and Adam’s socials at Movie IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt30096544/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/allisfinein89/ Watch on Amazon - https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0J5KDN4IVPNZZP6P34KA6G29BB/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r Tubi - https://tubitv.com/movies/100050645/all-is-fine-in-89 Fawesome - https://fawesome.tv/movies/10753665/all-is-fine-in-89 Plex - https://watch.plex.tv/movie/all-is-fine-in-89

People in this episode

Guests: Adam Lupis, Matt Lupis

Topics covered

  • indie film
  • filmmaking
  • 80s films
  • storytelling
  • VFX

Keywords

  • authenticity
  • casting
  • challenges
  • successes
  • aspiring filmmakers

Mentioned in this episode

Products: All Is Fine in '89

Books & works: All is fine in ', All Is Fine in ‘

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