Millan's Journey Through Humanitarian Storytelling

Author: Srishti Chhabria & Amber Payne
Published: Wed 21 May 2025
Episode Link: https://cinematic-alchemy.captivate.fm

This week, we’re chatting with Millan, the writer and director of Nothing But Blue, a powerful short film.

Millan takes us behind the scenes of his emotionally gripping story about two Jewish people hiding during the Holocaust, told in a beautifully subtle way that focuses on humanity and hope amidst despair.

We dive into everything - from the unique filming location above a pub, to the deep research Milan did to honour the story authentically, including drawing inspiration from Anne Frank’s diary.

Millan also opens up about the challenges and emotions on set, the process of pitching and funding this film, and how he learned to trust himself as a filmmaker along the way.

If you love thoughtful, heartfelt cinema and stories that remind us why humanity matters, this episode is for you.

Here are the highlights:

Overview of "Nothing But Blue" (2:03)

Research and Preparation Process (3:58)

Challenges and Lessons Learned (7:21)

Festival Experience and Pitching to Producers (16:17)

Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers (22:32)

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