Heir of the Witch - Interview with Victoria Bell
In this interview, Victoria Bell, the writer, director, and star of the movie 'Heir of the Witch,' discusses her inspiration and challenges in making the film. She explains how she combined her Eastern European and Hollywood influences to create her own unique style. Victoria also shares the personal story behind the movie and the difficulties she faced filming during the COVID-19 pandemic. She talks about the challenges of being both the lead actress and director, as well as the importance of teamwork in filmmaking. Victoria reveals her favorite and most difficult scenes to shoot and discusses her future plans as a filmmaker. She offers advice for aspiring filmmakers and shares the message she hopes viewers take away from the movie.
Takeaways
Combining different influences and personal experiences can result in a unique and authentic filmmaking style.
Filming during the COVID-19 pandemic presented numerous challenges, but with strict safety measures and a dedicated team, it was possible to complete the project.
Being both the lead actress and director requires balancing different roles and responsibilities, but creating a supportive and collaborative environment is crucial.
Filmmaking is a constant learning process, and even without formal training, passion and dedication can lead to successful projects.
Indie filmmaking involves not only creating the film but also navigating the challenges of distribution and getting the movie seen by a wider audience.
Consistency and perseverance are key for aspiring filmmakers, as every day should be dedicated to working towards their goals.
The message of 'Heir of the Witch' is that our actions have consequences, and there is always a battle between good and bad in the world.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Movie Screening
01:18 Film Inspiration and Style
03:21 Choosing Horror Genre and Personal Story
06:19 Challenges of Filming During COVID-19
07:07 Challenges of Being Lead Actress and Director
09:21 Switching Roles and Leading the Team
13:42 Favorite and Most Difficult Scenes to Shoot
18:21 Indie Filmmaking and Distribution Challenges
20:07 Future Plans as a Filmmaker
23:05 Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers
25:33 Message for Viewers and Movie Availability
28:21 Conclusion and Farewell
