SUGAR film, reactions CHICAGO Festival (interview)

SUGAR, 20min., USA
Directed by Sutton Alexander Fry
A boy and his estranged father settle their differences in the ring

Get to know the filmmaker:

1. What motivated you to make this film?
Getting to spend more bonding time with my Dad, friends, and girlfriend.

2. From the idea to the finished product, how long did it take for you to make this film?
About 1 month

3. How would you describe your film in two words!?
Family conflict

4. What was the biggest obstacle you faced in completing this film?
Weather and colds/flu

5. There are 5 stages of the filmmaking process: Development. Pre-Production. Production. Post-Production. Distribution.

What is your favorite stage of the filmmaking process?
Distribution

6. When did you realize that you wanted to make films?
Seventh grade when I worked on Werewolf Fighter.

7. What film have you seen the most times in your life?
Jurassic Park

8. In a perfect world: Who would you like to work with/collaborate with on a film?
Ryan Gosling

9. You submitted to the festival via FilmFreeway. How has your experiences been working on the festival platform site?
Excellent

10. What is your favorite meal?
Butter Chicken

11. What is next for you? A new film?
A mockumentory or serious drama.