Que Bola?

The Hustle of a Filmmaker: Michael Garcia on Passion, Persistence, and Creativity

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In this episode of the Que Bola podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the talented filmmaker and music video director, Mr. Michael Garcia. We kicked off the conversation with a light-hearted exchange about the podcast setup, particularly the absence of headphones, which Michael appreciated as it allowed for a more personal connection during our chat. Michael shared his philosophy on creativity, emphasizing the importance of not taking oneself too seriously as an artist. He believes that maintaining a sense of fun and chaos is essential to preserving one's edge in the creative field. We delved into his early days as a filmmaker, discussing the struggles of starting out broke and hustling to find clients. Michael recounted how his passion for film was ignited by childhood memories, such as watching Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and experiencing the cinematic magic of "Purple Rain." As we explored his journey, Michael revealed the lengths he went to in order to create his projects, including a clever