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Justin Younts interviews filmmaker Jaze Bordeaux about his experiences and insights in independent filmmaking.

Welcome to The DMF — Discovering Meaning in Film and Acting. Justin Younts sits down with award-winning filmmaker Jaze Bordeaux to discuss independent filmmaking, cultural perspective, and storytelling craft. From Brooklyn to Toronto, Jaze shares insights on directing, producing, and bringing original films like EFC to life in today’s film industry. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://jazebordeaux.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:42 - Guest Background 00:04:03 - Cultural Differences 00:06:35 - Impact of Diverse Cultures 00:09:37 - Entrepreneurial Journey 00:14:02 - Inspiration 00:15:28 - Understanding Film Financing 00:16:39 - The Artwork of Film Structure 00:18:25 - Learning from Startup Companies 00:19:32 - Preparing for Film Financing 00:19:47 - The Importance of Budgeting 00:20:37 - Learning from Mistakes and Ventures 00:22:19 - Advice for New Filmmakers 00:24:23 - The Importance of a Clear Pitch 00:28:46 - The Changing Film Industry 00:29:58 - Improving the Industry from a Budget Standpoint 00:31:12 - Comparing Film Production Costs Globally 00:31:40 - Challenges in the American Film Industry 00:35:26 - The Impact of Inflation and Human Capital on Film Budgets 00:39:37 - The Consequences of…

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