In this episode of The Found Artist Files, NextFoundArtist’s CEO/Founder Rachael Galperin sits down with actor, writer, and now director-in-the-making Logan Miller (Love, Simon, Escape Room, We Summon the Darkness). With years of experience across indie film, major studio features, TV, and everything in between, Logan brings his signature wit and honesty to a conversation about growing up on sets—and how a lifelong love of storytelling is now driving his transition into directing.

From childhood filmmaking experiments to surviving rejection and figuring out how to wear every hat on a project without losing your mind, Logan shares how community, personal stories, and just the right amount of chaos keep him inspired. Logan drops gems on navigating rejection, finding your people, and making work that actually means something. Rachael and Logan explore the emotional and creative realities of working in film and the ever changing film landscape with the rise in AI and tech.

This one’s for the filmmakers wearing every hat, the actors waiting on a callback, and the storytellers wondering if their voice matters.

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In this episode of The Found Artist Files, NextFoundArtist’s CEO/Founder Rachael Galperin sits down with Evan O'Brien, developmental coordinator at NEON, to talk about his path into filmmaking. From childhood moviemaking to working on theatrical releases and greenlighting original films, Evan shares what it takes to stay passionate—and persistent—in an industry built on both art and commerce.

Evan reflects on the value of film school, the power of networking, and how audience testing shapes storytelling. He shares what it means to advocate for projects you believe in, the realities of greenlighting, and why advocating for your vision is essential.

For anyone navigating the balance between passion projects and professional life, this episode offers real insight and encouragement.

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In this episode of The Found Artist Files, NextFoundArtist’s CEO/Founder Rachael Galperin sits down with independent filmmaker Laquan Lewis, whose transition from studying psychology to directing was born from a desire to create space for underrepresented voices on screen. Laquan’s films confront stigma and offer visibility, particularly around HIV, LGBTQ+ identity, and the lived experiences of marginalized communities.

Laquan opens up about the challenges of self-funding his projects, navigating the film world without a traditional background, and the liberating choice to define success on his own terms. He shares how photography and music, rather than cinema, shaped his visual language—and why authenticity in storytelling matters more than prestige.

Together, Rachael and Laquan explore the power of film to educate, foster compassion, and make viewers feel seen. From leadership on set to honoring untold narratives, Laquan’s approach is as much about healing as it is about art.

This moving conversation is a testament to the belief that storytelling can change lives—and that creating from a place of truth can help others feel less alone.

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