88. Defying expectations as a "multi-hyphenate" with screenwriter and actress, Anna Chazelle

Today's guest is my kindred spirit, screenwriter, actor, director, producer - and TRUE multi-hyphenate! - Anna Chazelle. We're exploring how she found her way to unexpected genres, skillsets, and art forms that TRULY made her come alive.

Anna is a filmmaker, actor, and screenwriter represented by WME, who specializes in horror storytelling. She got started doing theater in New York and has since transitioned into being a multi-hyphenate who specializes in science fiction and the macabre.

During the pandemic, Anna leaned into what lit her creative fire (rather than continuing to do what The Industry told her she "should" be doing). She explored her deeper, truer self through writing and directing projects that were on the Macabre side, rather than staying in her "Disney Princess Adjecent" lane. And boy howdy did her career (and mental health!) benefit from that decision.

Anna is currently developing a feature that explores the origins of the Greek legend MEDUSA with Fangoria, and is writing an unannounced horror film for Netflix.

NOTE: This was recorded before any final resolution or ratification of new SAG contracts on Nov 29th. We do discuss both the writer's strike of earlier this year and the (as of the time of recording) ongoing actor's strike. All opinions shared about both strikes are our own and are not meant to be taken as advice on how to vote. LEGAL STUFF, Y'ALL. IT'S REAL.

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https://www.instagram.com/annachazelle/

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https://www.instagram.com/kelsey.writes/