Welcome to Episode 348 of the Day In, Day Out podcast! Join us for a captivating conversation with JP, a talented director and producer at White Ermine Films. Dive into JP's incredible journey from his early days of storytelling inspired by Dragon Ball comics to founding his own film production company. Discover how a pivotal moment in his life steered him towards embracing his creative side, overcoming numerous challenges, and bringing his film projects to life during the pandemic. Learn about his ambitious film concept, 'Forever 27,' and the inspiration behind it. JP shares insights into the struggles and triumphs of indie film production, fund-raising, and balancing family life with his creative passion. Plus, get a glimpse of his future aspirations and upcoming projects. Don't miss out on this inspiring episode filled with ambition, creativity, and invaluable lessons for aspiring filmmakers!
00:00 Welcome to the Day In, Day Out Podcast
00:08 Introducing JP and White Urban Films
01:42 JP's Journey into Storytelling
04:39 The Birth of White Urban Films
06:10 Creating the First Projects
10:59 The Impact of the Pandemic
15:13 The Concept of Forever 27
28:00 Challenges and Future Plans
43:26 The Struggles of Funding Creative Projects
45:36 Balancing Family and Filmmaking
46:23 Reigniting the Passion for Filmmaking
48:33 Promoting the Movie and Seeking Investors
51:47 Challenges in the Film Industry
57:27 Favourite Movies and Inspirations
01:17:47 The Importance of Purpose and Fulfilment
01:23:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Jean-Philippe Le Coq
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanphilippelecoq/
Website:
www.forever27movie.com
Where to watch the Film:
https://fawesome.tv/movies/10578459/forever-27
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https://www.instagram.com/whiterminefilms/
https://www.instagram.com/forever27movie/
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https://x.com/Forever27movie
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