EPISODE · Nov 11, 2025 · 31 MIN
Collaboration and Adaptation on 'Margaret the Brave' with Filmmaker Danny Chandia
from The Film Dept. · host UNLV Film
Welcome back to The Film Dept. Podcast!In today's class, our hosts chat with Danny Chandia, local Las Vegas filmmaker, writer and director of MARGARET THE BRAVE and co-founder of Desert Cactus Films. They delve into Chandia's complex feelings about Las Vegas and presenting his upcoming project as a "Love letter to Las Vegas" that explores the local culture and community beyond the typical tourist attractions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Danny Chandia and MARGARET THE BRAVE01:03 Danny's Journey into Filmmaking05:29 The Creative Process Behind MTB10:54 Exploring Themes of Family and Personal Experience19:21 The Festival Circuit and Future ProjectsWatch this episode (and all previous episodes) on UNLV College of Fine Arts Podcasts:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgbLVA87WVDTKLP095pINKBeHXSe6brRnEmail us: [email protected] Credits:HOSTS - Lex de Asis, Matthew Trudeau, Robby BakerPRODUCERS - Tom Bjelic, Sam DeckerPRODUCERS - Vance Mellen, Theresa TwaEXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY - Adam Paul, Roudi BoroumandPRODUCTION COORDINATORS- Isa Privetera, Tatyana Odobasic-CuevasSOUND CREW - Brandon Aguilar, Hunter Cole, Marcie GentileKEY GRIP- William StanfieldEDITORS - Molly Bilbray-Axelrod, Asher GardunoFor The Beverly:Kip Kelly, Founding Creative Director | Chief Experience OfficerAlexi Harber, General ManagerIvy Ergunes, Marketing ManagerTo read the hosts' reviews, head over to: https://thefilmdeptpodcast.substack.com/Once again, The Film Department has teamed up with the mad geniuses of The Beverly Theater. Imagined by The Rogers Foundation, The Beverly Theater brings cinematic connectivity, novel collaborations, live happenings, cultural portals, and a zest for independent spirits to DTLV. With a mission to stage uncommon cinematic, literary, and live experiences, The Beverly Theater is Las Vegas’ first and only independent film house, storytelling arena, and live music venue.For the latest screenings and events at The Beverly, visit thebeverlytheater.com The Film Department Podcast is supported by UNLV Film.At the film department of the University of Nevada Las Vegas, every story has a beginning.With degree programs for undergraduates and graduates, state of the art equipment and facilities, incredible professional internships around the world, and expert guest speakers, students discover the power and potential of cinema as they prepare for the film and television industry… and beyond.Learn more at UNLV.EDU/FILM UNLV Film. Find your voice. Tell your story.
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