From Ad Sales to Hollywood: GG Hawkins' Journey to Filmmaking
In this exciting episode, John and Brian are joined by Gigi Hawkins, an accomplished producer, writer, and filmmaker. The trio dives into Gigi's transition from ad sales to filmmaking, her decision to adopt the name 'Gigi,' and her journey making her first feature film 'I Really Love My Husband.' Gigi shares behind-the-scenes stories, including the challenges of casting and her creative process. She also opens up about her next projects and the challenges of making it in Hollywood. Don't miss this insightful and inspiring chat!
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:17 Meet Gigi Hawkins
00:46 Gigi's Name Transition
03:09 Gigi's Filmmaking Journey
05:20 Casting Challenges and Successes
09:26 Character Deep Dive: Kiki
13:04 The Art of Scriptwriting: Throwing Characters Through the Ringer
14:06 Movie Release and Festival Success
15:15 Career Transitions and Mentorship
18:46 The Power of Knowing Your Value
20:00 Future Projects and Industry Challenges
26:51 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude
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