Скачать или смотреть Ep. 3: Andrew Chi Nguyen, "The Woman with a Name or Two"

How far can you stretch $500? Far enough to build an entire post-apocalyptic world.

In this episode of the Richmond Film Network podcast, host Lisa Giles talks to Vietnamese American filmmaker Andrew Chi Nguyen about his visually arresting, genre-bending short film "The Woman with a Name or Two," screening at the RFN Indie Fest on May 17th at The Park RVA.
At just 22, Andrew pulled off a cinematic feat—transforming a micro-budget and a student crew into a fully realized, retro-futuristic dreamscape. From scavenging costumes and thrifted props to color grading with free software and filming in iconic Richmond locations like Belle Isle, Andrew reveals how he turned limited resources into creative fuel.
We dig into his meticulous research into film grain and color grading, the cinematic inspirations behind his work—spaghetti westerns, 60s samurai films, and Tarkovsky’s sepia-toned visions—and the DIY hustle that made it all possible.
Plus, Andrew reflects on his earliest movie-making days with a camcorder and action figures, his journey to studying cinema at VCU, and the power of making bold choices regardless of budget. This episode is a must for filmmakers and anyone inspired by the magic of turning constraints into creative gold.

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