Episode 62: Allisha Pelletier: Making Indie Projects

In this conversation, Allisha Pelletier shares their journey into the arts, discussing the challenges and triumphs of pursuing a career in acting and producing. They reflect on the importance of self-acceptance, the impact of joining a union, and the significance of representation in the industry. The discussion also touches on the creation of meaningful content that resonates with personal experiences, particularly regarding facial differences and the journey of advocacy. In this engaging conversation, we explore themes of beauty, representation, and the creative process. We discuss the importance of authentic representation in media, the challenges of production, and the role of community support in crowdfunding. The conversation also delves into the unique challenges faced by the Canadian industry, the need for a distinct Canadian identity. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of embracing fear and taking risks in the creative journey.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey to Acting: From Cleaning to Creativity
02:56 Navigating the Union: Challenges and Changes
05:52 The Importance of Self-Care in the Arts
09:00 Creating 'Two Brothers': From Concept to Production
12:10 The Reality of Indie Filmmaking: Funding and Support
14:47 Embracing Differences: Personal Stories and Representation
18:00 The Evolution of a Creative Career: Lessons Learned
20:59 The Impact of Physical Differences in Casting
23:57 Creating Comedy from Personal Experience
26:52 The Ongoing Journey of Self-Acceptance
30:06 The Role of Horror in Shaping Identity
32:54 Redefining Beauty Standards in Media
34:05 Celebrating Unique Beauty
35:32 The Journey of Creation
36:55 Navigating Funding Challenges
39:29 Crowdfunding Insights
41:54 The Art of Collaboration
46:11 Challenges in the Canadian Industry
51:03 The Importance of Canadian Identity
53:05 Balancing Mental Health and Creativity
01:00:02 Embracing Fear in Creativity
01:01:44 Reflecting on Personal Growth