Ep#22 From Indie Trauma to Triumphant Producer with Alexandra Faye Sadeghian

Join us as we sit down with the incredibly driven actor and producer Alexandra Faye Sadeghian. From her early days leveraging unique pitching methods to landing lead roles, to the "monster" experience of independently producing her first feature film, "Bound," Alexandra shares candid insights into the realities of navigating the business of acting. Discover how Alexandra transformed early career setbacks and an unsupportive agent into a powerful journey of self-advocacy and creative control. She dives deep into the "trauma" and immense learning curve of producing "Bound," a film tackling mental health and trauma, and the profound satisfaction of creating work that truly connects with an audience. Learn about the crucial lessons she learned about team assembly, identifying "cankers" and "cancers" on set, and the importance of prioritizing good storytelling, practical effects, and character development over flashy commercialism. Alexandra's inspiring message emphasizes that artists can – and should – take control of their careers, demonstrating that while "they can't learn humanity, we can learn business." This episode is a powerful testament to persistence, the courage to take risks, and the vital role of artists in reconnecting people with their shared humanity. Get ready to be motivated to stack your own blocks and embrace the adventure of a truly wealthy artistic life! Don't miss this empowering conversation about finding your voice, embracing challenges, and proving that passion and strategic action can lead to extraordinary accomplishments in the film industry. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ Ready to take your acting business to the next level? Join us live and be part of the conversation by registering here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__2beZZQQSF2JKjudxFmnYQ ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ Watch a FREE class and speak with Valorie: https://www.theaftgames.com/opportunity-1