Getting unfiltered on film industry burnout, finding film mentors, & staying delulu | S5E4
Tue Feb 03 2026
Is the film industry dead or are you just talking to the wrong people???
This week we’re answering a question from a recent film school grad who’s looking around at working professionals and seeing… exhaustion, cynicism, and people quietly planning their exits. Cool cool cool. So how the hell are you supposed to stay inspired when the people seemingly *ahead of you* look defeated?
Beck & Izzy get real about industry burnout, shaping the industry OUR WAY, and why it's okay to feel shaky for a moment...but that doesn’t mean you should give up on your dream. We talk about the filmmakers we wouldn't hire again, how the "it's so hard" thinking can block your progress, and why your attitude can matter wayyyyy more than your résumé.If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re crazy for still wanting this life… this one’s for you.
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Is the film industry dead or are you just talking to the wrong people??? This week we’re answering a question from a recent film school grad who’s looking around at working professionals and seeing… exhaustion, cynicism, and people quietly planning their exits. Cool cool cool. So how the hell are you supposed to stay inspired when the people seemingly *ahead of you* look defeated? Beck & Izzy get real about industry burnout, shaping the industry OUR WAY, and why it's okay to feel shaky for a moment...but that doesn’t mean you should give up on your dream. We talk about the filmmakers we wouldn't hire again, how the "it's so hard" thinking can block your progress, and why your attitude can matter wayyyyy more than your résumé.If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re crazy for still wanting this life… this one’s for you. Get Anonymous Advice On The Podcast: https://forms.gle/sMWovGuD8JC9Crxu7Apply for Filmmaker Breakthrough Mentorship: https://indiespunk.thrivecart.com/filmmaker-breakthrough-2026/ Join our Filmmaker Database to be considered for our films: https://indiespunk.myflodesk.com/filmmaker-database Send us a DM on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/indiespunk & https://www.instagram.com/jumpsuitpictures