The Ben Shapiro Show Dallas Sonnier | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 110
Jan 17, 2021
Dallas Sonnier, a film producer known for "Bone Tomahawk" and "Dragged Across Concrete," discusses his transition from Hollywood to Texas, focusing on the making of "Run, Hide, Fight." He shares insights on the cultural divide in Hollywood and critiques its leftist trends, stressing the importance of conservative voices in film. Sonnier explores the challenges of political narratives impacting artistic integrity and emphasizes the need for engaging younger audiences with meaningful, edgy content. He reflects on the significance of a low-budget approach, audience-centric storytelling, and the evolution of distribution in the wake of the pandemic.
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Early Film Passion
- Dallas Sonnier developed a passion for movies at a young age, fueled by his dad taking him to R-rated films.
- Inspired by Jerry Bruckheimer movies, he set his sights on becoming a producer and pursued film school at USC.
Creating a Producing Major
- Sonnier entered USC Film School early and created a producing major with the business school.
- He was the first graduate of this new program, which opened doors for his Hollywood career.
Path to Producing
- Starting as an assistant for talent agents, Sonnier learned the business and eventually became a manager.
- Partnering with Stone Cold Steve Austin, he raised money and produced nine films in four years.
