Ep. 3 “Behind the Lens: Raul Colón and the Art of Gritty Storytelling”

In this episode of Duty Beyond Duty, we sit down with Chicago-based film director Raul Colón III, a self-taught storyteller known for his raw, gritty, and emotionally driven films.Raul takes us behind the lens, sharing his journey growing up in Chicago, discovering filmmaking, and building a career in independent film without a traditional path. We talk about the creative grind, directing on a budget, casting local talent, and staying authentic in an industry that often pressures artists to compromise their vision.From short films to larger projects, Raul opens up about the responsibility of telling real stories, the lessons learned along the way, and what it truly means to create art with purpose.Whether you’re a filmmaker, creative, or someone chasing a dream against the odds, this conversation is a reminder that powerful stories don’t come from Hollywood — they come from lived experience.🎬🎙️ This is storytelling — Chicago style.