Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction to Documentary Filmmaking
02:53 Matt Beurois: A French Filmmaker’s Journey
06:03 The Importance of Education and Self-Learning in Filmmaking
09:02 Navigating the Film Industry: Business and Creativity
12:09 The Unique Story of ‘Fancy Like’ and Walker Hayes
17:59 Behind the Scenes: Creating the Documentary
24:01 The Hayes Family: Love, Struggle, and Success
29:30 Crafting the Narrative: The Editing Process
34:05 Family Dynamics on Tour: Balancing Fame and Family
37:27 The Business of Music: Understanding the Industry
46:41 Challenges in Filmmaking: Contracts and Legalities
52:37 DocuView Déjà Vu Recommendations
54:18 What’s coming next for Matt
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In this insightful episode, host Christian Taylor sits down with French filmmaker Matt Beurois, director of Fancy Like Walker Hayes, to explore the heartwarming story of country music sensation Walker Hayes and his family. Beurois shares his journey into documentary filmmaking and provides a behind-the-scenes look at capturing the Hayes family’s rise to fame.
From the importance of storytelling and the challenges of balancing creativity with business, to the dynamics of trust, family, and fame, this conversation dives deep into the art and heart of filmmaking. Matt discusses the importance of timing in the music and film industry, lessons learned in navigating contracts and distribution, and the unique support system that has guided Walker and his family. Join us for an inspiring look at the power of family, resilience, and passion in pursuing creative dreams.
Links: Trailer for Walker Hayes documentary: https://vimeo.com/996694150/364f20c291?share=copy
Matt’s DocuView Déjà Vu:
Still: A Michael J Fox Movie, 2023, 95 mins, Watch on Apple TV+, IMDB Link: Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie (2023) – IMDb