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In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, host Bev Judayi dives deep into the making of Plight, the 2024 Wild Rivers Film Festival Best Feature Film, with its creative team: Director MJ Alhabeeb, Jr., lead actor Matthew Plum, and producer Heather Webb. Plight follows families confronting heart-wrenching choices, delivering a narrative that explores the struggles of human decision-making. Alhabeeb, in his directorial debut, shares his passion for creating fictional characters whose dilemmas feel real, hoping viewers feel empathy even when they may not agree with the choices on screen. The team also recounts the unique experience of filming in the isolated rural community of St. Francis, Kansas, where support from local residents and a need to adapt to unexpected challenges on set helped bring Plight to life during the pandemic.
Join them for a fascinating look behind the scenes, where resilience and community brought this award-winning story to fruition.
Host: Bev Judayi; Producers: Kat Liddell, Amanda Whittemore
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