Filmmaker interview on Japanese American identity, diaspora stories, and documentary filmmaking. Inside Out host Yhá Mourhia Wright sits down with filmmaker Kayli Kimura (Visual Communications Armed with a Camera Fellow) at the BraveMaker Film Festival to unpack Sansedai—where a family kimono, family archives (8mm/9.5mm), and three generations reshape voice and vision.They cover: from AC to Director (claiming the title), pivoting during industry slowdowns, turning found footage into story power, and intentional film scoring with temp tracks, mood, and instrumentation.Who it’s for: directors, documentary storytellers, film students, and indie creators exploring identity, archives, and craft plus anyone moving from the camera department to a director.

Award-winning filmmaker Kayli Kimura shares her journey as a Japanese-

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Actress, producer, and founder of 11th Hour Creatives, Priscilla Lam, joins Inside Out Podcast to share why alignment matters more than approval. She reminds us that every part of who you are is already perfect for your destiny and that even when things don’t work out with others, God is still working everything for your good!

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Directing under pressure, safe-set leadership, and fast indie workflows.Inside Out host Yhá Mourhia Wright sits down with writer–director Kristina Renee Thomas at the BraveMaker Film Festival to unpack her award-winning short film "Saving All My Love" (written by Tyler Young), a story where hoarding becomes a cinematic metaphor for grief, memory, and mother–daughter relationships.This episode dives deep into:• How Kristina built an all-women & non-binary crew• What it really takes to pull off a two-day indie film shoot• Directing tools that elevate performance: blocking, rehearsals, breathwork, and emotional prep• Creating safe spaces for actors (especially 11–25)• Using faith, resourcefulness, and technology to solve production challenges• Leading with intention when directing under pressureWho it’s for: directors, writer-directors, film students, and indie creators seeking stronger performances, healthier sets, and faster, more efficient filmmaking workflows.

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