Derek Dienner on Brave the Dark

Derek Dienner of MAKE/FILMS talks about the movie-making process and the inspiration behind the upcoming film Brave the Dark—the incredible story of Nate, a struggling, homeless teen, and Stan Deen, a popular drama teacher who takes Nate under his wing.

Highlights:

• Forty-five investors from Lancaster County funded the production of the film.
• If you're too emotionally invested in something, take a step back to think and act sensibly.
• Don't lose hope in seasons of struggle. 
• Your team should be made up of people who share your vision. 
• Learn the balance between being patient and knowing when to act. 

Quotes:

• "Literally, I could make pages and pages of lists of the things that shouldn't have happened that happened—the miracles that happened—to make the movie possible."
• "I'm just a steward of something bigger."
• "The heart behind it moves mountains."

Mentioned in Today's Episode:

• MAKE/FILMS
• Brave the Dark
• Learn more about Nathan's story
• Learn more about Stan's story

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