Episode 159 - George Tillman, Jr. [Producer | Director | Filmmaker]

This episode (EP 159) is brought to you by MPI Southern California (mpiscc.org). George shares advice for young filmmakers, depth in Hollywood, and his experience directing "The Hate U Give". 

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Show Notes:

3:25 - All My Children.

5:27 - "Instead of what is popular, let's focus on what is important ..."

6:08 - The inspiration behind producing "The Hate U Give"

8:08 - The hardest scene to direct in the movie. 

12:25 - The scene at the restaurant.

17:25 - Why Hollywood lacks depth in the current times. 

20:55 - Additions to one of the more impactful scenes in the book. 

23:40 - "She can be both ... "

32:37 - How does George stay creatively full. 

34:10 - Advice for young filmmakers and to a young George Tillman, Jr. 

38:50 - Favorite Biggie & 2-Pac songs. 

40:40 - Two different Hollywoods. 

47:25 - What continues to inspire George. 

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