Episode 6: Eric Leja
Podcast Art for Season 2 Episode 6 with Eric Leja
I talk with Eric Leja, writer, director, filmmaker, Marine redleg.
In this episode, we talk about:
how much artillery folks love Lawton, Oklahoma (all love -- really);
transitioning from the military to Hollywood, including helping The Hallmark Channel with military protocol;
the value of the Veterans Writing Project from the Writers Guild Foundation, accepting applications until February, 12, 2024 by 11:59pm PST;
what qualities veterans bring to filmmaking;
the occasional negative elements of being a veteran in Hollywood;
Generation Kill is the most authentic Iraq/Afghanistan war series/film (open for arguments);
the exciting future for this writer and filmmaker
Eric's filmmaking story is one of hard work, helpful programs, and his eye and talent for unique storytelling. I am excited to share his story and post this fun conversation. (And if it's too much artillery talk...apologies. Trust me, there was more.)
Eric's Indie Film Highlight: director Sebastian Rist, Lovaganza: La Grande Illusion
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Links:
Eric Leja's IMDb
Eric's X Account
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