In this episode of Beyond the Scenes, I sit down with Kelly Young Silva. In thos ionterview, she shares hares her inspiring journey from a theater-loving teen to a key figure in Georgia's film industry. From overcoming personal challenges like dyslexia and abusive relationships to founding Words in Motion Acting Studio and building a creative community, Kelly’s story is one of resilience, passion, and reinvention. Together, they explore the highs and lows of an artistic life, the power of mentorship, and how art can heal and connect us.Whether you’re an aspiring actor, filmmaker, or simply love stories of perseverance, this episode offers valuable insights and emotional depth. Don’t miss Kelly’s reflections on turning pain into purpose and her advice for navigating the entertainment industry.📌 Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction: Andres welcomes viewers to Beyond the Scenes and introduces Kelly Yonova, setting the stage for a personal and creative conversation.1:44 - Kelly’s Early Years: Kelly shares how her high school days with her best friend Tommy sparked her love for acting and talk shows.3:38 - Love and Hate for Acting: Kelly discusses the hard work behind acting and why she kept returning to it despite wanting to quit.9:34 - Pivotal High School Moment: Kelly recounts choosing drama over basketball and how dyslexia and ADD shaped her challenges and strengths.14:03 - Theater as a Lifeline: Kelly explains how theater became her saving grace during tough times, especially in an abusive marriage.18:46 - Red Flags in Relationships: Kelly identifies key warning signs of abusive dynamics, drawing from her own experiences.25:41 - Breaking into Film: Kelly shares her accidental entry into film with Killers and how Georgia’s film incentives shaped her career.32:33 - Reinvention After Rock Bottom: Kelly reflects on starting her studio and rebuilding her life after leaving an abusive relationship.39:49 - Emmy-Winning Short Film: Kelly and Andres discuss her Emmy-winning project with Diego about domestic violence and its personal significance.56:44 - Parenting in the Industry: Kelly talks about raising her son Oliver, a young actor in the upcoming Superman movie, and keeping it fun and safe.1:02:00 - Words in Motion Philosophy: Kelly explains how turning words into action drives her studio and personal goals.1:05:14 - Connecting with Kelly: Kelly shares how viewers can reach her and get involved with Words in Motion and the Georgia Arts Initiative.1:08:34 - Closing Thoughts: Andres and Kelly wrap up, emphasizing the healing power of open conversations like this.Follow Kelly Young Silva: https://www.instagram.com/wordsinmotionactingstudioConnect with Carlos Andrés Cuervo: http://carloscuervo.comFollow Carlos Andres Cuervo en IG: https://www.instagram.com/andrescuervo#Filmmaking #Cinematography #CreativeJourney #Storytelling #filmproducer #BeyondTheScenes #CreativeLife #filmindustry #soundrecording #entrepreneur #filmdirector #advertisemntagency #filmcommercials #entrepreneurship #filmproducer #acting #coaching