Tom and Ana sat down with producer Tanya Ruby, whose 25+ year career spans some of Hollywood’s biggest films, including Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, Wonder Woman, Captain Phillips, and Prometheus.

After decades working across production, finance, and international film markets—and sharing her expertise with Amazon, Netflix, and Big Beach—Tanya made the move to Oklahoma. Now, she’s producing films here and helping shape the future of the state’s growing film industry.

In this conversation, we talk about why she chose Oklahoma, her commitment to empowering women in film through leadership and mentorship, and her latest project, South of Stillwater.

Join Tom Biolchini and Ana Berry for an inside look at what it takes to build meaningful stories—and an industry—from the ground up, right here in Oklahoma.

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Behind the Scenes Oklahoma is hosted by Ana Berry and celebrates the people, productions, and places shaping Oklahoma’s film and television industry.
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On this episode of Behind the Scenes OK, I’m joined by filmmaker Khadijat A. Oluwatoyin and producer Sydney Alison, the creative team behind the upcoming short film Tierra and Her Egungun.

The film is a cinematic exploration of the intimate ways we stay connected to our roots. It follows a young Tulsan woman on a deeply personal journey to reclaim her Nigerian ancestry, weaving together heritage, memory, and self-discovery in a story that resonates far beyond any one culture.

In this conversation, we talk about the inspiration behind the film, the power of cultural storytelling, and what it means to create deeply personal work within Tulsa’s growing film community. We also explore how stories rooted in specific traditions can still speak to universal experiences of identity, belonging, and home.

If you’re passionate about independent film, cultural storytelling, or the creative voices shaping Oklahoma’s film scene, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Behind the Scenes Oklahoma is hosted by Ana Berry and celebrates the people, productions, and places shaping Oklahoma’s film and television industry.
Subscribe and follow for new episodes featuring exclusive interviews with actors, directors, producers, and the voices behind the scenes. www.BehindTheScenesOK.com

Join host Ana Berry on Behind the Scenes, OK as we sit down with filmmaker Stevie Fernandez, the creative force behind the brand-new adventure comedy Forgotten Fortune — starring Lou Ferrigno, Brian Shoop, and the iconic Jimmie “JJ” Walker.

In this episode, Stevie shares the story behind the film, the inspiration for the treasure-hunting adventure, what it was like working with legendary performers, and why Oklahoma was the perfect backdrop for bringing Forgotten Fortune to life.

🎬 About the Film:
Forgotten Fortune blends comedy, adventure, and heart — following characters on a wild hunt for treasure while uncovering unexpected truths along the way.

🌟 Featuring:
• Lou Ferrigno
• Brian Shoop
• Jimmie “JJ” Walker
• Directed by Stevie Fernandez

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https://www.tickettailor.com/events/oklahomafilmfestival/1896053

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Behind the Scenes Oklahoma is hosted by Ana Berry and celebrates the people, productions, and places shaping Oklahoma’s film and television industry.
Subscribe and follow for new episodes featuring exclusive interviews with actors, directors, producers, and the voices behind the scenes. www.BehindTheScenesOK.com