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Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres

We take a deep dive into the world of entertainment in a way that no one else can. Hear feature interviews with musicians, entertainers, directors, and so much more. We cover a broad range of entertainment topics, and you get behind the scenes access with insights and trends in the entertainment industry. About Mission Matters: At Mission Matters we amplify stories for Entrepreneurs, Executives and Experts. Our host and Co Founder, Adam Torres has interviewed 5,000+ guests and hosts 8 shows. At

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11:58

Mary Elizabeth Davis on Eyes On Me and a Berlin Wall...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/25

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Mary Elizabeth Davis⁠, Executive Producer & Writer at Redbird Pictures, about her film Eyes On Me—a Berlin Wall-era love story inspired by her family history—plus her AFM strategy, proof-of-concept teaser, and mission to empower women through storytelling. This interview is part of our AFM 2025 Series. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠American Film Market⁠⁠⁠ ! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠ for up

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13:44

Ken Womble on AFM and Turning ’Til Harvest Comes Into...

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2025/12/25

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews Ken Womble, Director & Producer of ’⁠Til Harvest Comes⁠ and Head of Acting at the University of Northern Colorado, about his first AFM experience, building a proof-of-concept short, and his mission to tell meaningful stories while training emerging talent. This interview is part of our AFM 2025 Series. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠American Film Market⁠⁠⁠ ! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠ for up to

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16:25

Star Platinum’s Global Vision: Heesung Han & Jonghee...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/25

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Heesung Han, CEO, and Jonghee Kim, Producer, of Star Platinum about their American Film Market experience, upcoming projects, and their mission to support emerging filmmakers while expanding Korean content through global collaboration. This interview is part of our AFM 2025 Series. Big thank you to American Film Market ! Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases

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10:42

James Shaffer on AFM Wins and His Bass Reeves Film...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/24

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠James Shaffer⁠, Owner of Anuviance Entertainment, about his first AFM experience, the momentum he gained for his film “Freedom at Missionary Ridge,” and how mission-driven research—including conversations with Bass Reeves’ relatives—is shaping a Western story he believes must be told right.Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be

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14:04

Alexia Melocchi on AFM, Relationship-Building, and...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/23

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews⁠ Alexia Melocchi⁠, CEO & Founder of Little Studio Films, about her decades-long AFM experience, how relationship-building drives real film deals, and practical ways emerging creators can navigate the market with strategy and credibility. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our

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14:17

Luke Golden on Story Tree Films and “Hard Lessons,” a...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/23

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews Luke Golden, Founder, Teacher, Writer, Director & Producer at Story Tree Films, about his AFM takeaways, the debate around AI in creative work, and his upcoming film “Hard Lessons”—a teen horror project designed to launch a teaching film studio that trains students through real production experience. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour

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14:16

Sarantos on Turning Award-Winning Screenplays Into...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/22

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Sarantos⁠, CEO of Sarantos Melogia, LLC, about his first American Film Market experience and his journey as a high-output creator. Sarantos shares how screenplay contests and professional feedback helped refine his scripts, how he connects music and film through storytelling, and why he’s focused on getting his award-winning screenplays produced. About ⁠Sarantos Melogia⁠ Sarantos is a Chicago-based nerd, retired superhero, and

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14:17

Golsa Sarabi on The Persian Rug and Telling Stories...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/21

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Golsa Sarabi⁠, Actor & Producer at The Persian Rug LLC, about her film The Persian Rug and her experience attending the American Film Market. Golsa discusses women’s empowerment, cultural identity, portraying multiple roles across generations, and her mission to create meaningful, purpose-driven films that give voice to untold stories. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on

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9:36

Alan Bagh on AFM, Indie Film Momentum, and Building...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/20

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Alan Bagh⁠, CEO, Producer, Writer & Actor at Bagh Films, about his first American Film Market experience and what it takes to keep moving forward in independent film. Alan discusses pitching feature projects and pilots to distributors and sales agents, staying resilient through industry ups and downs, and his mission to create films that entertain, inspire, and connect with audiences.About ⁠Alan Bagh⁠ Alan Bagh (born May 30, 1985) is

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14:39

Aleksandar Adzic on AFM, Writing 11 Scripts, and The...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/19

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Aleksandar Adzic⁠, Writer, Director & Producer at Sunlight Productions, about his first American Film Market experience and his approach to building creative momentum. Aleksandar discusses writing 11 feature screenplays, his documentary The Lions Within (now on Amazon Prime), and his mission to champion powerful stories that deserve wider recognition. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date

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13:21

Lena Jenkins-Smith on Purpose-Driven Media and...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/18

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Lena Jenkins-Smith⁠, Executive Producer & President of Goldstrand Media, about her first AFM experience and the power of purpose-driven storytelling. Lena explains how Goldstrand creates wholesome, legacy-minded content while expanding representation—especially for women and youth—and shares upcoming projects across vertical dramas, educational kids programming, and teen series designed to entertain while addressing real-life

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11:36

Daniel Talbott on AFM, Queer Storytelling, and...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/17

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Daniel Talbott⁠, Screenwriter, Director, Producer & Film Curator at Orphan Andy Films, about his AFM experience and why filmmakers should engage the business side of Hollywood. Daniel shares his mission to elevate untold queer American stories—especially from underrepresented communities—while building sustainable, micro-budget models that help those films reach audiences and thrive. Follow Adam on Instagram at

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15:13

How Jason Dallas Uses AFM to Build Meaningful,...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/16

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Jason Dallas⁠, Producer & Director at 3KM Productions, about leveraging the American Film Market to build long-term industry relationships rather than chase funding. Jason shares lessons from 25 years in filmmaking, his collaborative directing philosophy, and his mission to create meaningful, true-story-driven films that inspire audiences while empowering creative teams. Follow Adam on Instagram at

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11:45

How Andrew de Burgh Is Building Feature Films Through...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/15

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Andrew de Burgh⁠, Founder & Filmmaker at Sacred Ember Films, about his AFM experience, his upcoming feature The Demons, and how he’s building a boutique production company while developing new projects for 2026. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit

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13:38

Christine Lozano on Vertical Dramas and the Future of...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/14

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Christine Lozano⁠, Creator, Producer & Writer at CLO Productions, as part of the American Film Market series. Christine shares her journey into writing, her move into vertical dramas, and her mission to create bold, character-driven stories designed for today’s mobile-first audiences. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a

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16:15

How Choice Skinner Is Building Impactful Films...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/13

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Choice Skinner⁠, CEO / Director / Producer at Darkan Entertainment. Choice recaps his AFM 2025 experience, shares how his feature “A New Life” earned 6M+ views and an NAACP Image Award nomination for directing, and explains why he’s focused on storytelling with redemptive themes. The conversation also covers the importance of marketing, his approach to AI in filmmaking, and his upcoming dark comedy “Not So Bright,” set for release in

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15:02

From Idea to Indie Feature: Director Stephen David...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/11

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Stephen David Brooks, an independent Director & Screenwriter, about the real-world process of taking a film from idea to finished feature. Stephen shares how AFM 2025 reflected a resurgence of energy in the indie film world, discusses the importance of theme and vision in directing, and breaks down what producers and financiers actually look for in a film package. He also talks about his own journey—from early inspiration in the theater to

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9:14

How AI and Ambition Drive Casey Newel’s Filmmaking...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/09

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Casey Newel, Writer & Producer at 1CultureTV, about his first experience attending the American Film Market (AFM). Casey shares insights from pitching his Bigfoot horror feature, learning directly from industry experts, and connecting with creators from around the world. He breaks down how 1CultureTV leverages AI to reimagine classic comedy content and why the technology has become an essential creative tool for his work. Casey also

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12:12

From Standup to A 516 Productions: How Faith and...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/08

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Paul Santoli, Executive at A 516 Productions, to talk about his journey from standup comedy and sketch videos to building a production company in Los Angeles. Paul shares how his Christian faith helped him navigate an unpredictable, non-linear path in the film industry and why creating his own projects became the way forward. He also introduces his new feature comedy, “We Want The Virus,” a modern-day Dumb and Dumber–style adventure about

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12:28

From War-Torn Childhood to East LA: How Film Became...

Mission Matters Entertainment with Adam Torres ·

2025/12/07

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Attila Korosi, Founder of Move Mountains Pictures, about his mission to create films that go beyond entertainment and truly touch people’s hearts. Attila shares how growing up during the Yugoslavian war shaped his desire to make hopeful cinema, and walks through the journey of “Live and Die in East LA,” a crime thriller shot with both professional actors and local residents that went on to be recognized as one of the top 10 most impactful

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