S1E18: Duane Hansen Fernandez and A Place to Fall Down

Duane Hansen Fernandez is a writer and director. Born from a Danish mother and Filipino father, Fernandez's ethnic background towed him from his birthplace in Los Angeles, California to numerous corners and countries of the world throughout the years. It was these years that taught him to use his art to reflect an influence from his many cultural environments.Once dreaming of becoming an archaeologist, that passion never really went away, although it evolved. Fernandez found himself becoming his own archetype of an anthropologist -- seeking to understand how people live and interact with one another, but also how they make their lives meaningful. Why do people do what they do? What are their untold stories? Most importantly, how can we make the world a better place by telling them?Fernandez has had the opportunity to work with some of the greatest leaders in the industry, from Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, Disney, Marvel, Searchlight, A24, Focus Features, Universal Pictures, and Lionsgate, to Paramount, Sony Pictures, NBC, Fox, and FX.GUEST HOST: Niklaus Lange boasts a diverse and successful 30 year career in the media industry. Lange has transitioned seamlessly from on-screen talent to a sought-after behind-the-scenes creative force garnishing 200+ million video views and documentary filmmaking awards.A PLACE TO FALL DOWNThe directorial debut of Duane Hansen Fernandez, A PLACE TO FALL DOWN is a moving short film that delves into the life of Jose, an elite mechanic struggling to cope with overwhelming grief after losing his beloved wife. The film unfolds in the span of a single day, capturing Jose’s emotional journey as he navigates balancing his daily life and with his profound sense of loss. Just when he thinks he might drown, he’s reminded the world works in mysterious ways.Featuring an extraordinary performance from Clifton Collins Jr. (Jockey), A PLACE TO FALL DOWN explores the question: can a person work to make themselves whole again after experiencing trauma? Collins Jr. portrays the grief-stricken Jose with subtlety and elegance, proving it’s in the darkest moments that the resilience of the human spirit shines the brightest. Teaser Trailer: A Place to Fall Down - Teaser TrailerInstagram: A Place to Fall Down IGThe Smith Society logo: Designer, Chris ScottEdited by: Ian ReneRecorded at: Westlake StudiosA PLACE TO FALL DOWN - FILM CREDITSDirector: Duane Hansen FernandezWriter: Duane Hansen FernandezProducer/s: Duane Hansen Fernandez & Rebecca Parks FernandezDirector of Photography: Tobin OldachEditor: Danielle L. StatutoExecutive Producer/s:Kristy Sowin, Devin StinsonFirst Assistant Director: Devin StinsonJose: Clifton Collins Jr.Charlotte: Erika ChristensenScott: Niklaus LangeMargo: Larissa DiasMeditation App: David GeorgeGrandpa & Lita: Toon$ & Boops MachadoCamera First Assistant: Jordan MartinDigital Image Technician: Conrad RadzikGaffer: Robert OlivaKey Grip: Adam ShambourSound-Mixer: Amanda Beggs, C.A.S.Texture Photographer: Devin StinsonStill Photographer: Paul ClearHair & Makeup Artist: Laurie HallakKey Production Assistant: Nash OldachComposer: Wink WinkelmannConsulting Music Supervisor: Thomas PageAutomotive Consultant: Jasen RemingtonAssistant Editor: Lucia WangColorist: Miles KulaAudio Post-Production: ElevenSound Mixer/Sound Designer: Jordan MeltzerSound Mixer, Producer: Andrew SmithGraphic Design - Garage Logo: Chris ScottEnd titles by: EndcrawlSCORETrack: A Beautiful Disaster 1Written by: Wink WinkelmannProduced by: Duane Hansen FernandezBass & Guitar: Wink WinkelmannKeys: Rashon MurphGuitar: Yunus IyribozDrums & Percussion: Garrit TillmanMultitrack Engineer: Ian ReneMultitrack Asst. Engineer: Patrick GardnerMix Session Engineer: Ian ReneMix Session Asst. Engineer: Hayden DuncanCourtesy of: VOKSEERecording/Mixing Studio: WestlakeSpecial thanks: Chelsea Devantez, Nena Erb, Genesis Automotive, Valerie Lertyaovarit, John 'Pliny' Eremic, Fatima AlbuquerqueFollow your dreams, no matter where they take you.See Privacy Policy at art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info