From Struggling Architecture Student To An Award-Winning Filmmaker | Adesola Oni | Ep 21

Share your thoughts 🖤In Episode 21 of The Hungry Creative Podcast, we sit with filmmaker and screenwriter Adesola Oni (aka Ghost) to explore his journey as a filmmaker, the transition from architecture to film, and the challenges of navigating rejection in the creative industry.Adesola shares insights on storytelling, the difference between film and video, the importance of community and collaboration, and the art of filmmaking. We also discuss the evolving landscape of creative expression, particularly in the context of cultural differences and the integration of AI in modern filmmaking.  Whether you’re figuring out your next step, starting over, or just curious about the emotional layers behind storytelling, this one’s for you.What You’ll Learn:-Why losing motivation can sometimes be the beginning, not the end-How writing from pain creates powerful, lasting stories-The evolution of KraksTV and the value of small beginnings-What to do when you feel like you’ve lost your creative rhythm-Why clarity is often more important than speedChapters:0:00 - Introduction to the episode 2:15 - Early interest in storytelling 5:30 - Transition from Architecture to acting 10:45 - Working at KraksTV 15:20 - Writing and directing his own films 20:00 - The impact of Nollywood on career 25:30 - Embracing dark themes in filmmaking 30:45 - Overcoming challenges and rejection 35:00 - The role of AI in modern storytelling 40:15 - Closing thoughts and future projectsMore Episodes to inspire you: https://youtu.be/Z5teiVp63jwhttps://youtu.be/7cTg8VecWz0https://youtu.be/QsOVkPCi6sghttps://youtu.be/2Gaf933YOGgRemember to like this video, share with someone, and if you enjoyed the content, consider subscribing to the channel, and click on the notification bell so you never miss future episodes. Thank you so much!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ade_our_nutty_lil_bro https://www.instagram.com/ghoprodFollow The Hungry Creative Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehungrycreativepod/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/thehungrycreativepodWebsite: https://thcp.buzzsprout.com#AdesolaOni #GhostMedia #FilmMaking #Creative Entrepreneur #TheHungryCreativePodcast #CreativeJourney #Storytelling #CreativeProcess #NigerianCreativesSupport the showYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MA_DofcF9Ck&t=53s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehungrycreativepod/