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CíNEMA REVOLUTION! #13

The Grassroots Movement: Ethan de Aguiar

Kale and Alex sit down with Ethan de Aguiar, a New Bedford-based filmmaker who's turning his hometown into a filmmaking powerhouse. Ethan shares his journey from skateboarding with a camera to founding the New Bedford Film Festival, now entering its second year. Tired of the formulaic wedding video grind and refusing to be the "starving artist," Ethan explains how he became an “ARTrepreneur" - merging creative passion with business savvy to build a sustainable filmmaking career.

While Hollywood drowns in competition, New Bedford demonstrates how tight-knit communities can foster authentic creativity and sustainable careers. Ethan's grassroots movement includes building up a film office, attracting productions from out of town, and turning his city's rich history and architecture into a filmmaker's playground. If you're ready to see how independent filmmakers can thrive by prioritizing community, storytelling, and artistic integrity over industry expectations, this episode shows exactly how it's done. The revolution isn't just in LA or New York—it's happening in cities nationwide, and it starts with filmmakers who refuse to wait for permission.

Time Codes
01:00:39 - Cinema Revolution

01:02:41 - Ethan's Filmmaking Journey

01:06:58 - COVID Impact and Creative Turning Point

01:10:55 - Transitioning from Videography to Filmmaking

01:15:35 - Wedding Videography Experiences

01:18:31 - Music Videos and Storytelling

01:25:41 - Content Creation in the TikTok Era

01:27:40 - Balancing Art and Business 01:30:59 - Avoiding the "Starving Artist" Trap

01:36:26 - Building a Film Community in New Bedford

01:41:14 - The New Bedford Film Office

01:45:29 - Tax Incentives for Filmmakers

01:48:52 - The New Bedford Film Festival

01:56:54 - Festival Details and Activities

01:58:34 - Upcoming Documentary Projects

02:01:12 - The Power of Documentary Filmmaking

02:10:30 - Closing Thoughts and Contact Information


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ABOUT OUR GUEST:

A self-proclaimed “ARTrepreneur” & New Bedford native, ETHAN DE AGUIAR is an experienced filmmaker, with a laser focus on the art of storytelling. He brings the essence of the subject matter to life with cinematic visuals that create a unique experience for audiences.

🔗    / @ethan.de.aguiar   | IG: @ethan.de.aguiar | 🔗 newbedfordfilmfestival.com

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Presented by Kale Howell of Cinestruct
🔗 cinestruct.com | IG/Threads: @cinestruct_media

Co-Hosted By Alexander Bergman
IG: @alexbergman | YT: @CinemaSaloon

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