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VIA NEGATIVA resonated with me on so many different levels -- as a Catholic; as someone who uses firearms; as a veteran (there's a moment in there, if you've seen it); and most importantly, a lover of truly astonishing filmmaking. Director Hannah Peterson achieved something extraordinary with this film by bringing a novel to life in the best possible way and making you think of life's grand questions without pandering.

The film's log line: "It follows the story of Father Dan who goes on a mythic road trip with a wounded coyote, a loaded pistol, and a mission to avenge his best friend."

If there's justice in this world, this film will be up for numerous awards come that season, but as VIA NEGATIVA shows us, that concept is something that's hard to find.

This is brilliant filmmaking and I am so excited to follow Hannah's journey and the roll-out of this film. After hearing this episode, I hope you are, too.

In this episode, Hannah and I talk about:

• how she got involved in filmmaking;
• the long process of getting VIA NEGATIVA made and what went into its debut;
• what her thought process is going into her second premiere at Tribeca;
• the process of adapting a book for film and working with the author on making the film;
• how much attention should be paid to accurately depicting a religion;
• the weapon handling in this film and her advice for other directors;
• distribution for the film;
• what's next for her.

Hannah's Indie Film Highlight: Antigravity Academy

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