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Award-winning documentary filmmaker Chris Wilcha discusses his latest film 'Flipside,' exploring creative failure, abandoned projects, and rekindled passion. He shares stories of reviving a record store, encountering Ira Glass's creative rebirth, and uncovering unique connections in the music world. The podcast delves into the challenges of balancing artistic aspirations with commercial realities in the filmmaking industry, reflecting on the nostalgia of a beloved record store and discussing the evolving landscape of documentary filmmaking.
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- 'Flipside' explores abandoned projects to create a unique essay film.
- Including personal vulnerabilities enhances the narrative of failed projects.
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Discovery of the Documentary Flipside
The documentary 'Flipside' is introduced as a project that explores abandoned documentary projects that have been accumulated over the years. Despite challenges like funding falling through or loss of creative will, the film weaves together these failed projects into a cohesive and unexpected essay film. The origin story reveals the filmmaker's constant need to generate new ideas and projects, resulting in an accumulation of hard drives filled with footage from abandoned projects.
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