1. What inspired the story behind your short film?
I often imagine myself as successful and being interviewed about my work. One question that always comes up is, “What would you say to your younger self?” That question terrifies me. I’m nothing like my 16-year-old self. Reflecting on that emotional distance led me to write this story—my answer to that question.

2. What message or emotion do you hope the audience takes away from your film?
You can’t change the past. Forgive yourself and move forward. Everything that happened to you was for you.

3. What’s your go-to creative ritual before a shoot day?
I cry. A lot. It humbles me and resets my ego. Scripting can trick you into thinking filmmaking is a solo pursuit, but once production begins, I’m reminded of how much I rely on my team. Releasing control and embracing collaboration always brings me to tears.

4. What’s one film you wish you had directed—and why?
Not a film, but the series Behind Her Eyes. That final plot twist is deeply honest about the human condition. I strive to bring that level of truth to my own work—without forcing happy endings just to please audiences.

5. If you had to shoot a short film using only three props, what would they be?
Heels. A mirror. Rope.

6. What’s your guilty pleasure movie or series you rewatch all the time?
None. I rarely rewatch anything—I find no excitement in repetition.

7. Why are short films important in today’s media landscape?
Attention spans are shrinking. Short films offer a way to preserve cinematic storytelling in a format that competes with Reels and TikToks—without sacrificing artistry.

8. What advice would you give someone making their first short film?
Ask for help. Don’t be afraid to be annoying. Fight for your story.

9. What’s the one question you wish interviewers asked—and how would you answer it?
Who’s your favourite person to have a conversation with?
A stranger at the airport. There’s something liberating about sharing honestly with someone you’ll never see again. That freedom from judgment makes those conversations deeply real.

10. Why are festivals like the FAME Shorts Film Festival so important?
There are few platforms dedicated solely to short films. FAME Shorts provides space for us to reach audiences and grow our fan base—it’s a rare and valuable spotlight.