 |
The MAKE IT PodcastAuthor: Chris Barkley & Nicholas Buggs
The MAKE IT podcast salutes the Indie Film Creative. Join us weekly for candid conversations with seasoned pros, offering advice, knowledge, and industry insights to fast-track the journey for aspiring film professionals. Discover inspiration and guidance tailored for your cinematic path. Enjoy the journey? Dive deeper at www.themakeitpodcast.com and follow us on Instagram and X @_makeitpodcast. Language: en Genres: Documentary, Film Interviews, Society & Culture, TV & Film Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
Listen Now...
429 - Yelena Popovic - "Moses the Black” Writer & Director on She Mixed How Hip-Hop and Orthodox Christianity and Why 50 Cent and Omar Epps Believed in Her
Friday, 6 February, 2026
This episode is brought to you by Factor. No prep, no cooking. Just dietitian-approved, chef-prepared meals delivered to your door and ready to eat in 2 minutes.Go to https://factormeals.com/makeit50off and use the code MAKEIT50OFF to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year.This episode is brought to you by The Film Tech Program at Columbia State Community College. ENROLLMENT begins each fall semester. But space is limited to 20 students each year. So, apply now. For more information, reach out to David Smith, FCT Program Director at 615-790-4410 or email him at David.Smith@ColumbiaState.eduwww.ColumbiaState.edu/FCTHello, Hello! In this episode, filmmaker Yelena Popovic shares her incredible journey from Serbian fashion model to acclaimed director of "Man of God" and "Moses the Black." She opens up about experiencing miracles while filming, including a supernatural weather event that saved her production, and discusses how faith and humility guide her storytelling approach. The conversation explores her unique ability to tell authentic stories about redemption while working closely with communities to ensure truthful representation.We also talk about:• The challenges of the film industry and overcoming 18 years of immigration struggles • Her collaboration with Omar Epps, 50 Cent, Wiz Khalifa, and Quavo on "Moses the Black." • The difference between faith-based films and movies that inspire faith • Working with Chicago's West Side community to tell authentic gang redemption stories • The creative process of adapting a 4th-century saint's story for modern audiencesPeople, Places, Products, and Websites Mentioned:Factor (meal delivery sponsor) Columbia State Film Crew Technology (sponsor) "Man of God""Moses the Black""Conclave""Passion of the Christ""The Wolf of Wall Street""The Departed""One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest""8½""Asphalt Jungle"Omar Epps50 CentWiz KhalifaQuavoCorey HendrixSaint NektariosSaint Moses the BlackReginald Kimberly Sr.BelgradeSerbiaYugoslaviaChicago's West SideGreeceEgina IslandPlayhouse WestSidney LumetJohn HustonAndrei TarkovskyFyodor DostoyevskyCanon 7D cameraMcDonald'sKrystal burgersYugoWe are humbled to have a community of creatives who care deeply about our work. And your support makes our work possible. Every subscriber, rating, and review matters. So, if you like what we're doing, please consider subscribing, rating, or giving us a review. Cheers, and best of luck on your filmmaking journey. #MAKEITAll Links: https://themakeitpodcast.storeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-make-it-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
