Hi!

I'll answer your questions underneath them if that is OK :)

Has shooting an Oscar-winning documentary considerably impacted your career?

Definitely impacted in a good way - it is always a nice thing to be able to say. I made a personal choice to stay in France with my wife and daughter rather then to move to LA straight afterwards to fully take advantage of it - but I remain happy with that decision :)

What should be the approach to making an independent movie versus a major production?

Do it your way - 'cause when you shoot an indie film you don't have to answer to a studio head / loads of people whom don't share your vision.

What’s an element of a movie that can make you love a movie despite its flaws?

STORY. STORY. STORY

How does your festival distinguish itself from other film festivals?

Great staff. Soul. We are indie filmmakers ourselves so we relate well with the filmmakers who have honoured us by sending us their films.

What kind of crowds does your festival attract?

Large, mainly international audiences who LOVE stories..