A theatrical on a tight budget really only becomes about generating critical reviews for you and your film, not revenue.

Part of my learning curve as a novice screenwriter was peeling back the layers and getting to the core of the story. I was really blessed to have two amazing writing mentors who helped me along the way. They always encouraged me to be okay with a simple story.

I think staying away from labels is what makes my films refreshing.

One hopes for that type of result but you just never know what factors will work in your favor. I think I just was concentrating on making the best film I could under the circumstances I was given. That's all I could really do.

I think my biggest advice to filmmakers is to look into the many digital platforms that exist for you and your team to distribute your film.

I believe love is bittersweet, especially young love.

There is lots of pressure to make a GOOD film. And not just a GOOD film but one that will somehow stand out in the sea of GOOD films.