Here's the full episode featuring Wilfred La Salle

Director’s Statement:

The Security Guard was made to unite America, not divide it further.

No politics. No sides. Just truth, heart, and humanity.

Director Bio: Wilfred La Salle is an American actor, film director, producer, and screenwriter celebrated as the greatest independent filmmaker in the world. Known for his groundbreaking approach to indie filmmaking on a zero-dollar budget, La Salle founded La Salle Productions to provide a platform for emerging talent from all walks of life, showcasing unknown actors and actresses. His ability to produce a high-quality film every year in different genres, unheard of in any industry has solidified his reputation as a revolutionary force in filmmaking.

His directing credits include the acclaimed shorts Hilo and Hilo II, as well as his first full-length feature, Graves. La Salle's work on Hilo II earned international recognition, winning Best Debut Director at the Vesuvius International Film Festival in Italy and Best Film at the Madras International Film Festival in 2020.In 2024, he released Oculus, followed by his sixth film, The Security Guard, which has received an extraordinary level of media attention and brought La Salle national recognition. This attention earned him invitations to appear on major outlets, including PIX 11, ABC 7, FOX 5's Good Day New York, News 12, NY1, BronxNet, and The Bronx Times.In a historic achievement, La Salle secured a two-year distribution deal with Fox Soul and is now in talks with NBC to have The Security Guard featured on Peacock. This marks the first time in history that an independent filmmaker has accomplished. Once again proving La Salle's ability to break barriers in the industry.Unlike other pretentious independent filmmakers who treat filmmaking as a hobby or chase festival awards and IMDb credits for appearances, La Salle is fully dedicated to his craft. For him, filmmaking is not a side project it is his life. He does not seek validation through meaningless accolades, his work speaks for itself. With an unwavering commitment to his vision, his cast, and storytelling that resonates, he is not here to play he is here to create, innovate, and dominate.La Salle's commitment to prioritizing quality over quantity in an industry filled with mediocrity sets him apart. His unmatched talent, consistency, and innovation have redefined independent filmmaking, proving that success without traditional studio backing is not only possible but achievable at the highest level.With a relentless commitment to authentic storytelling, La Salle's work not only inspires but also elevates the standard of independent cinema, making him simply the greatest independent filmmaker of all time. No one is operating at his level, and his contributions to the art form are unmatched.

In this short clip Wilfred La Salle sits down with Gregory Hernandez to discuss his process of finishing feature films each year.

Director’s Statement:

The Security Guard was made to unite America, not divide it further.

No politics. No sides. Just truth, heart, and humanity.

Director Bio: Wilfred La Salle is an American actor, film director, producer, and screenwriter celebrated as the greatest independent filmmaker in the world. Known for his groundbreaking approach to indie filmmaking on a zero-dollar budget, La Salle founded La Salle Productions to provide a platform for emerging talent from all walks of life, showcasing unknown actors and actresses. His ability to produce a high-quality film every year in different genres, unheard of in any industry has solidified his reputation as a revolutionary force in filmmaking.

His directing credits include the acclaimed shorts Hilo and Hilo II, as well as his first full-length feature, Graves. La Salle's work on Hilo II earned international recognition, winning Best Debut Director at the Vesuvius International Film Festival in Italy and Best Film at the Madras International Film Festival in 2020.
In 2024, he released Oculus, followed by his sixth film, The Security Guard, which has received an extraordinary level of media attention and brought La Salle national recognition. This attention earned him invitations to appear on major outlets, including PIX 11, ABC 7, FOX 5's Good Day New York, News 12, NY1, BronxNet, and The Bronx Times.
In a historic achievement, La Salle secured a two-year distribution deal with Fox Soul and is now in talks with NBC to have The Security Guard featured on Peacock. This marks the first time in history that an independent filmmaker has accomplished. Once again proving La Salle's ability to break barriers in the industry.
Unlike other pretentious independent filmmakers who treat filmmaking as a hobby or chase festival awards and IMDb credits for appearances, La Salle is fully dedicated to his craft. For him, filmmaking is not a side project it is his life. He does not seek validation through meaningless accolades, his work speaks for itself. With an unwavering commitment to his vision, his cast, and storytelling that resonates, he is not here to play he is here to create, innovate, and dominate.
La Salle's commitment to prioritizing quality over quantity in an industry filled with mediocrity sets him apart. His unmatched talent, consistency, and innovation have redefined independent filmmaking, proving that success without traditional studio backing is not only possible but achievable at the highest level.
With a relentless commitment to authentic storytelling, La Salle's work not only inspires but also elevates the standard of independent cinema, making him simply the greatest independent filmmaker of all time. No one is operating at his level, and his contributions to the art form are unmatched.

In this full episode, Gregory Hernandez interviews Nicholas Bruckman.

Nicholas is an Emmy-nominated director and the CEO of People’s Television, a NYC and DC-based creative studio that produces award-winning independent films as well as video storytelling for the world’s leading brands, foundations, and social movements. His feature documentary Not Going Quietly, won the audience award at the 2021 SXSW Film Festival and was one of the most-lauded documentaries of the year, receiving over 25 international nominations and awards, including 2x Emmys, Critics Choice, IDA Awards, Cinema for Peace, and Cinema Eye Honors. The film was broadcast worldwide on PBS and Vice Media, and is currently streaming on Hulu. His most recent feature documentary, Minted, about the NFT craze, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and broadcast on PBS Independent Lens in January 2025. Minted will be released on Netflix in 2025. Through People’s TV, Nick leads a team of filmmakers and creatives producing branded films, commercials, and digital campaigns for Fortune 100 companies, non-profits, and political causes.

Do you know about SVOD, TVOD, Airline, Educations Rights for movies?

In this clip, Nicholas discusses the importance of working backwards on distribution and what are the three C's that Netflix purchases.

Nicholas Bruckman is an Emmy-nominated director and the CEO of People’s Television, a NYC and DC-based creative studio that produces award-winning independent films as well as video storytelling for the world’s leading brands, foundations, and social movements. His feature documentary Not Going Quietly, won the audience award at the 2021 SXSW Film Festival and was one of the most-lauded documentaries of the year, receiving over 25 international nominations and awards, including 2x Emmys, Critics Choice, IDA Awards, Cinema for Peace, and Cinema Eye Honors. The film was broadcast worldwide on PBS and Vice Media, and is currently streaming on Hulu. His most recent feature documentary, Minted, about the NFT craze, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and broadcast on PBS Independent Lens in January 2025. Minted will be released on Netflix in 2025. Through People’s TV, Nick leads a team of filmmakers and creatives producing branded films, commercials, and digital campaigns for Fortune 100 companies, non-profits, and political causes.

In this short clip, Jade Nwachukwu discusses what makes a Costume Design powerful and iconic.

In this full episode, new contributor Bernadette Mahoney, interviews Jade Nwachukwu, the founder of Aforieke.

Jade was born and raised in the Bronx to a mother from Ghana and a father from Nigeria. The former model and FIT Fashion Business graduate decided to create a brand that will pay homage to her West African background, her Caribbean influenced neighborhood, and her passion for explorations.

The name "Aforieke" is a combination of three out of the four market days from the Igbo tribe in Nigeria. Sometimes, people are named after the market day they are born. Her mother was born on "afor", herself on "orie", and her daughter on "eke", with the 3 generation of women creating Aforieke. The logo is inspired by an Adinkra symbol from Ghana, called the "bese saka" symbol which represents abundance, affluence, and unity. Aforieke represents the affluence of West African women, the abundance of culture and traditions of women passed down from generation to generation, and the unity of West African and Caribbean women.

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In this short clip, new contributor, Bernadette Mahoney interviews Jade Nwachukwu about the connection between Fashion, Costume Design & Film.

Aforieke (Ah-fo-ree-kay) is a sustainable West African-Caribbean inspired women's resortwear brand. Experience vibrant colors richer than each cultures' histories, distinct prints, and fabrics so soft that even when fully clothed you will feel naked. Our timeless staples are eco conscious, made with quality, to order and to fit just you. So join our family, and let us join you on your next adventure!

The name Aforieke is more than just a brand name—it’s a testament to Jade’s rich cultural background and her vision of creating clothing with meaning, purpose, and a story.