Uncover the Untold Secrets Behind Re-inventing the Western with Joe Cornet on SYS Podcast Episode 538
What happens when you take the dusty trails and rugged landscapes of the Old West and throw in a couple of sumo wrestlers? Sounds like the setup to a wild joke, right? But, believe it or not, that’s exactly the creative gamble writer-director-actor Joe Cornet took on in his latest feature, The Wide West. In episode 538 of the Selling Your Screenplay podcast, host AshleyScott Meyers dives into how Joe reinvents the Western genre by blending traditional mythologies with the unexpected world of sumo wrestling. From the story’s unique inception—drawing on a real 1907 visit of sumo wrestlers to America—to the challenges of balancing tone and budget on an indie Western, Joe shares candid insights that screenwriters and filmmakers alike will find both inspiring and thought-provoking. Plus, learn about his upcoming projects, thought-provoking takes on AI’s impact in entertainment, and his distinctive list of influential films that shaped his storytelling worldview. If you ever wondered how to shake up a classic genre while staying true to its roots, this episode’s got you covered.
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