BPS 450: From Video Games to the Big Screen: The Filmmaking Journey of Nicole Jones-Dion

BPS 450: From Video Games to the Big Screen: The Filmmaking Journey of Nicole Jones-Dion

Nicole Jones-Dion, a screenwriter, director, and producer, shared her unconventional path into filmmaking, beginning in the world of video games and comics before moving into film. Known for her work on projects like Tekken 2, Dracula: The Dark Prince, and the SyFy thriller They Found Hell, she has built a career in genre storytelling that blends sci-fi, horror, and action. Her persistence paid off after writing more than fifteen spec scripts and seizing opportunities to rewrite and adapt existing material, which she says makes up most of Hollywood screenwriting.

Nicole’s approach emphasizes discipline, structure, and character-driven storytelling, ensuring her projects are both creative and marketable. She also found success with crowdfunding, raising nearly $20,000 for her short horror film Debris, which explored the legend of a cursed samurai sword. The campaign’s popularity proved the power of a strong concept and led to festival recognition. With her directorial debut Stasis and other projects in development, Nicole continues to explore stories that challenge audiences while entertaining them. Her journey demonstrates the importance of adaptability, hard work, and never stopping the pursuit of growth as a filmmaker.


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BPS 457: The Untold Stories of Women in Action Cinema with Melanie Wise

BPS 457: The Untold Stories of Women in Action Cinema with Melanie Wise

Melanie Wise, a former model and actress, discusses her transition to producing due to height-related challenges in acting. She produced the horror action film "Hannah's Gift," which she also starred ...

5 Helmi 52min

BPS 456: The New Rules of Indie Filmmaking No One Is Teaching with the Jalbert Brothers

BPS 456: The New Rules of Indie Filmmaking No One Is Teaching with the Jalbert Brothers

The Jalbert Brothers share how they built their filmmaking careers by embracing low budgets, consistent output, and hands-on learning. Rather than waiting for funding or studio approval, they focused ...

29 Tammi 1h 2min

BPS 455: How to Turn a Script Into a Movie Without Hollywood’s Help with Chris Jay

BPS 455: How to Turn a Script Into a Movie Without Hollywood’s Help with Chris Jay

Chris Jay, once a touring musician with the rock band Army of Freshmen, found a new creative path when the music industry shifted and opportunities dried up. Instead of giving up, he and his bandmate ...

22 Tammi 1h 19min

BPS 454: What Really Happens After You Write the Script with Michael K. Snyder

BPS 454: What Really Happens After You Write the Script with Michael K. Snyder

Michael K. Snyder shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a sustainable screenwriting career. From film school and early networking with Lloyd Kaufman to moving to Los Angeles...

15 Tammi 1h 4min

BPS 453: How to Build a Screenwriting Career That Actually Lasts with Bob Saenz

BPS 453: How to Build a Screenwriting Career That Actually Lasts with Bob Saenz

Bob Saenz shares a rare, honest look at what it means to build a long-term career as both an actor and screenwriter. From his early days in theater and television to writing studio films and Hallmark ...

8 Tammi 1h 9min

BPS 452: The Filmmaker Who Refused to Tap Out: The Making of Heel Kick! with Danny Mac

BPS 452: The Filmmaker Who Refused to Tap Out: The Making of Heel Kick! with Danny Mac

On this episode, we sit down with Danny Mac, a Canadian filmmaker, actor, and producer whose story is a masterclass in indie filmmaking grit. Best known for his mockumentary Heel Kick!, Danny proves t...

1 Tammi 1h 2min

BPS 451: Making Movies Without Sight: Inside the Creative Mind of Gough

BPS 451: Making Movies Without Sight: Inside the Creative Mind of Gough

Every once in a while, a filmmaker comes along whose story redefines what’s possible. On today’s episode, we meet Gough, the world’s first legally blind filmmaker to write, produce, edit, direct, and ...

25 Joulu 202559min

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