Director-writer Seth Savoy and actor Gilles Geary are two rising talents to keep your eye on. This year, they both made their feature-length debuts in the must-see new heist thriller Echo Boomers. Based on a true story, the film follows five thieves who fight back at the system by stealing from Chicago’s richest for their own personal gain. Pop Culturalist had the pleasure of chatting with Seth and Gilles about Echo Boomers, their collaboration, and how the film is creating a new mold in Hollywood. PC: Seth, like Patrick Schwarzenegger’s
The Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise‘s Kendall Long is writing the next chapter in her career as a debut author. Today, she releases her new book, Just Curious: A Notebook of Questions. Inspired by her time on the show as well as her own personal life, Just Curious: A Notebook of Questions is a resource to enhance the relationships in your life. Pop Culturalist caught up with Kendall to chat about the process of putting together Just Curious: A Notebook of Questions, the strangest answer she’s ever received, and why
Kyle Thrash is one of the most exciting storytellers of his generation. He started his career off as a child actor working on independent films and blockbusters like A Beautiful Mind. He eventually stepped behind the camera and continued his journey as a filmmaker. His award-winning work has gone on to be screened at festivals around the world. His latest project, Maybe Next Year, finds Kyle documenting the story of the Philadelphia Eagles and their improbable and incredible 2017 Super Bowl-winning run told through the lens of four die-hard fans.
‘Tis the season to discover up-and-coming actors that should be on your radar. Start with the holiday-themed Netflix series, Dash & Lily, and you’ll find actress Keana Marie as Sofia, Dash’s irresistible ex-girlfriend. Like Sofia, Keana is a multi-lingual wonder. Born in France to Brazilian and French parents, she began dancing and modeling as a child before moving to Miami with her family where she discovered her love for acting. That led her to LA and roles in movies and shows like Flaked, Huge in France, and the upcoming Root