Podcast Summary
The Daily Wire's Intense New Feature Film Premiere: The Daily Wire premieres its first feature film, 'Run Hide Fight,' showcasing intense direction, well-acted performances, and a commitment to creating conservative content in entertainment to challenge the liberal dominance in Hollywood.
The Daily Wire, a conservative media company, is premiering its first feature film, "Run Hide Fight," which Matt Walsh describes as intense, well-acted, and a game changer. Walsh is impressed with the film's direction, pacing, and emotional impact. He also shares his decision to homeschool his kids due to concerns about the culture and education system. The team at The Daily Wire is committed to creating conservative content in entertainment to change the culture and counterbalance the dominance of liberal voices in Hollywood. They believe that politics is downstream of culture and that conservatives have devoted too much energy to criticizing art instead of creating it. The premiere of "Run Hide Fight" is a monumental day for The Daily Wire as they aim to provide an alternative to the entertainment industry's liberal bias.
Daily Wire enters entertainment industry with conservative values: The Daily Wire, a conservative media company, is producing films that resonate with their audience and reflect their values, with the goal of competing with streaming giants through subscriber support.
The Daily Wire, a conservative media company, is entering the entertainment industry with the goal of creating content that resonates with its audience and reflects their values. They acknowledge that they cannot change the culture single-handedly but believe that with the support of their subscribers, they can compete with streaming giants like Netflix and Disney Plus. The company's first feature film, "Run Hide Fight," is an example of this commitment. They emphasize the importance of subscribers' involvement and financial support to produce more content that aligns with their audience's values. The team behind the film includes Dallas Sonnier as producer, Kyle Rankin as director and writer, and a talented cast. The film, which had a positive response at Venice Film Festival, was passed over by Hollywood due to its alignment with conservative values. The Daily Wire aims to provide an alternative platform for such content and engage with their audience through Q&A sessions and interactive events.
Engaging with culture is key to winning it back: To change the culture, conservatives need to understand it, start with young adults, be edgy, and spend resources where people consume content.
To change the culture, conservatives need to engage with it rather than retreating from it. The speakers emphasized the importance of understanding that making conservative films or books alone is not enough. They encouraged starting with young adults and being edgy to capture their attention. They also highlighted the need to spend time, money, and attention where people are consuming content. The success of their film, which is edgy and R-rated, demonstrates this approach. The speakers acknowledged the risk of challenging some in their audience but emphasized the importance of being missional in their efforts. They believe that engaging with the culture, rather than avoiding it, is the key to winning it back.
Challenging the Status Quo with Alternative Voices: The team behind 'Run, Hide, Fight' advocates for free speech and alternative voices, believing that quality content can inspire change and challenge the status quo. They encourage using tools like ExpressVPN to protect online privacy and maintain the ability to express diverse perspectives.
The team behind the film "Run, Hide, Fight" recognizes the need for alternative voices and institutions in the cultural debate, especially as they face censorship and silencing on mainstream platforms. They believe that quality content, like their film, can inspire change and challenge the status quo. Additionally, they encourage using tools like ExpressVPN to protect online privacy and maintain the ability to exercise free speech. The team is excited to present a "real movie" that doesn't conform to woke ideologies and is not conservative propaganda. They are on a mission to create content that will contribute to rebuilding America from the ground up.
Navigating Ethics in Hollywood: The entertainment industry may require support for certain causes or individuals to advance, but true art should be valued for its merit alone.
The entertainment industry, particularly in Hollywood, can be a closed community where support for certain causes or individuals can influence opportunities for roles or projects. The speaker shares personal experiences of being faced with difficult decisions between maintaining integrity and potentially advancing their career by attending fundraisers or supporting specific individuals. These experiences highlight the potential existence of a "pay to play" system, where support for certain causes or individuals can be a requirement for being part of the Hollywood community. However, the speaker also emphasizes that great art should be appreciated for its own merit, regardless of the artist's beliefs or affiliations. The speaker's perspective offers insight into the complex dynamics of the entertainment industry and the potential challenges faced by individuals navigating it while staying true to their values.
Art shapes individuals and understanding, but free expression restrictions limit diversity: Restrictions on free expression limit diverse perspectives, stifle creativity, and polarize society, while protecting the First Amendment and promoting open dialogue ensures art remains a tool for connection and growth.
Art, whether it's music or film, has the power to shape individuals and help them understand themselves and the world around them, even if the artist and the viewer hold different beliefs. However, restrictions on free expression limit the ability for people to experience and engage with diverse perspectives, leading to a lack of understanding and a polarized society. The entertainment industry, specifically Hollywood, has become increasingly biased, making it difficult for artists with different viewpoints to work and be heard. This not only stifles creativity but also limits the cultural discourse and the ability for individuals to form their own opinions. Conservatives, in particular, have been locked out of many institutions, leaving them with few avenues to influence the culture and shape the narrative. It's crucial to protect the First Amendment and promote open dialogue and diversity of thought to ensure that art remains an experience that connects and challenges us, rather than a tool for propaganda and indoctrination.
Building Alternative Institutions: A Call to Action: Engage with entertainment to influence values, build alternatives in media, universities, and corporations, and don't let dominant players control distribution.
The film being discussed is not just for entertainment, but it's also a call to action for viewers to help build alternative institutions and challenge the status quo. The speakers believe that these institutions, including the media, need to be open and accessible, and viewers can contribute by watching, sharing, and supporting the content. They emphasized the importance of engaging with entertainment as a way to reach people and influence values, especially in today's political climate. Additionally, they highlighted the need to build alternatives in various institutions, including media, universities, and corporations, and to not let dominant players like Amazon control the means of distribution. The discussion also touched on the responsibility of owning firearms and the importance of companies like Bravo Company Manufacturing that provide professional-grade products. Overall, the message was about standing up together and fighting back against attempts to quash alternative viewpoints by building and supporting alternative institutions.
BCM's Film 'Run Hide Fight' Challenges Conservative Entertainment Norms: BCM, known for weapons production and self-defense training, creates mature content film 'Run Hide Fight', pushing conservative entertainment boundaries, growing from a pool house to over 100 employees, competing in the entertainment industry.
Bravo Company Manufacturing (BCM) is dedicated to producing high-quality weapons and providing essential self-defense training, aligning with the principles of the Second Amendment. BCM collaborates with top American special operations forces instructors to teach defensive skills to the public. The Second Amendment is not just about hunting but protecting oneself, loved ones, neighbors, and rights. BCM's new film, "Run Hide Fight," aims to challenge conservative entertainment norms with mature content, showcasing real people in difficult situations. The film is for young adults and adults, not suitable for children. The Daily Wire is pushing the envelope in entertainment, producing a range of content for various audiences. The company started in a pool house and has grown to over 100 employees, producing mainstream entertainment and competing for viewers' time and money. The journey continues as they challenge the left's barriers in the new era.
The Daily Wire's New Film 'Run Hide Fight': A Thought-Provoking Take on School Shootings: The Daily Wire, facing rejection from Hollywood, produces and releases 'Run Hide Fight', a controversial film about school shootings, with overwhelmingly positive audience feedback.
The Daily Wire is venturing into the SVOD platform business, producing new content, and releasing films independently after facing rejection from Hollywood. The first film in their new initiative is "Run Hide Fight," a daring and thought-provoking piece about school shootings that didn't find a home in mainstream Hollywood due to its controversial subject matter. Dallas Sonnier, the film's producer, mortgaged his house and provided creative control to writer-director Kyle Rankin to bring the project to life. Rankin, inspired by personal experiences and encouraged by his wife, tackled the sensitive subject matter despite initial fears. The film's unique perspective, not sympathetic to shooters, aligns with The Daily Wire's stance on not publishing their names to avoid fueling their notoriety. The film's premiere was met with overwhelmingly positive feedback from their audience.
Exploring the Harmful Effects of Social Media and Taboo Subjects: The film 'Echoes of a Dark Past' highlights how social media can fuel harmful behaviors and reinforce taboo subjects, and director S. Craig Zahler's unconventional ideas, including the controversial topic of school shootings, were validated by securing Thomas Jane for the cast.
The film "Echoes of a Dark Past" explores the theme of how social media can fuel harmful behaviors and reinforce taboo subjects. The director, S. Craig Zahler, shared that some of his ideas come to him unexpectedly, and he kept the controversial topic of school shootings a secret due to industry taboo. Zahler wrote the script with Kathryn Bigelow in mind and was thrilled when he was able to secure Thomas Jane for the cast, who helped validate the project for other actors. The film features a mix of established and new talent, with many young actors having limited credits. The cast bonded during production, and they remain friends to this day. Zahler has made other films, such as "Bone Tomahawk" and "Brawl in Cell Block 99," that pushed against Hollywood's political correctness, and he is known for speaking his mind.
Creating Movies with Human Themes and No Politics: The producer aims to create movies inspired by childhood, focusing on human themes, and maintaining creative control, while avoiding politics to provide great entertainment for all.
The producer aims to create movies inspired by his childhood and maintain absolute creative control for filmmakers, while keeping politics out of the artwork. He believes in the power of human themes, such as bravery, selflessness, and self-reliance, and wants to highlight the heroic potential in people. Despite being a conservative producer, he doesn't intend to make overtly political movies but rather focus on great entertainment. He also values the importance of diverse voices and characters in storytelling. The goal is to create movies that resonate with audiences, regardless of political affiliations.
Exploring different perspectives through storytelling: Understanding various viewpoints and being open to exploring 'gray areas' enriches storytelling and fosters connection between people
Storytelling, whether through film or writing, allows us to explore different perspectives and connect with people from all walks of life. This was emphasized during a discussion about the film "The Trial of the Chicago 7," where the speaker shared their experience of being encouraged to write about both sides of an issue in a screenwriting class. They also mentioned their admiration for iconic films like "Red Dawn" and "Night of the Hunter," which have influenced their work as filmmakers. The importance of understanding different viewpoints and being open to exploring the "gray areas" of life was a recurring theme in the conversation. Additionally, the speaker shared their personal experiences of meeting and learning from industry legends like Jon Voight, who provided valuable insights into the filmmaking process. Overall, the discussion highlighted the power of storytelling to bring people together and inspire creativity.
Exploring the Influence of BBS Films and Michael Cimino on a Film Enthusiast: A film enthusiast shares their admiration for BBS films and Michael Cimino, recommending 'America Lost and Found: The BBS Story' and 'Year of the Dragon.' They reflect on their connection to Broken Bow, Oklahoma, and address criticism of their film as exploitative.
The speaker is a film enthusiast who appreciates movies from the late sixties and seventies, particularly smaller thrillers and those produced by BBS (B Bert Schneider, Steve Bisgay, and Bob Rafelson). They find inspiration in these films for personal and professional reasons. The speaker recommends the Criterion collection "America Lost and Found: The BBS Story." Their favorite filmmaker is Michael Cimino, known for "Deer Hunter" and "Heaven's Gate," but they highly recommend his lesser-known film "Year of the Dragon." The speaker also mentions their connection to Broken Bow, Oklahoma, and how they chose it as a vacation spot. The speaker addresses criticism of their film as exploitative, stating that the intended audience has embraced it, while critics on the extreme left have been resistant and focused on the subject matter and perceived politics rather than the movie itself.
The disconnect between critics and audiences in media and criticism: The film 'The School Shooter: An American Myth' sheds light on mass shootings' complex motivations, challenges media handling, and offers a unique perspective on a sensitive topic.
The left's dominance in various cultural institutions has led to a homogenized perspective in media and criticism, creating a significant disconnect between critics' and audiences' opinions. The film "The School Shooter: An American Myth" tackles this issue by shedding light on the victims and the complex motivations behind mass shootings, including mental health and the desire for notoriety. The film also challenges the media's handling of these events and the need to deprive perpetrators of attention. Overall, the film offers a unique and honest perspective on a sensitive and often misunderstood topic.
Producer Dallas Sonnier's personal journey making and watching '65': Producer Dallas Sonnier was deeply involved in every aspect of '65', collaborating closely with editor Matthew Lorenz and feeling a sense of pride and ownership. He appreciated the film's themes of justice, redemption, and the importance of being held accountable for actions.
Creating a film is a deeply personal experience for the filmmakers involved. Dallas Sonnier, the producer, shared how he was present for every edit and went frame by frame, collaborating closely with editor Matthew Lorenz. Watching the film with an audience for the first time in Venice was a surreal experience for him, as he felt a sense of pride and ownership, but also a desire to let it go and live its own life. The film, "65," works, according to Sonnier, and he was impressed by the performances, especially Isabel May's terrific portrayal of the lead character. A scene that stood out to him was when a character discussed free will, emphasizing the importance of being held accountable for one's actions. Sonnier also appreciated the film's themes of justice and redemption, and his personal favorite moment was the scene where the father saves his daughter in the chemistry lab. Overall, Sonnier's experience making and watching "65" reinforced his appreciation for well-crafted stories and the emotional connection they can create.
Exploring inventiveness, protection, and fatherhood in unexpected ways: The film 'Breaking' offers a thought-provoking exploration of resilience, redemption, and the complexities of family dynamics through themes of inventiveness, protection, and unexpected father figures.
The film "Breaking" explores themes of inventiveness, protection, and fatherhood in unexpected ways. The protagonist's resourcefulness in protecting herself is appreciated, even when she's not able to defeat her adversary in a physical confrontation. The unexpected appearance of her father as a savior in a moment of crisis creates a beautiful and poignant moment. The conversation about God's role in allowing bad things to happen to good people in a spiritual men's group led the speaker to reconsider the wisdom of religious texts. The film also challenges stereotypes of fatherhood, with Thomas Jane delivering a nuanced performance as a father who has the opportunity to become a better parent in the face of tragedy. Despite potential backlash, the film's young cast gave brave performances, demonstrating their talent and commitment to their craft. Overall, "Breaking" offers a thought-provoking exploration of resilience, redemption, and the complexities of family dynamics.
Controversial film reaches wider audience through Daily Wire: Actors' courage and resilience, film's success at Venice Fest, and Daily Wire's mission to challenge Hollywood's dominance inspire support for independent artists and alternative perspectives.
The cast and crew of a controversial film, despite facing criticism and adversity, remained committed to the project and ultimately saw it reach a wider audience through the Daily Wire platform. The actors, including Isabel May, demonstrated courage and resilience in the face of small-mindedness and censorship, and their impressive performances helped the film gain recognition at the Venice Film Festival. The Daily Wire's mission to challenge Hollywood's dominance in entertainment and provide alternative perspectives is gaining momentum, and the success of this film is a testament to the power of independent artists and audiences coming together to support new voices and ideas. To continue supporting the film and future projects from the Daily Wire, viewers are encouraged to become members and watch the film on demand.
Joining The Daily Wire connects you to exclusive events and a lively chat community: Membership grants access to exclusive movie premieres and a vibrant community, providing a valuable escape with high-quality films in today's media landscape
Becoming a member of The Daily Wire community not only grants you access to exclusive events like movie premieres but also connects you to a lively chat community. The film being premiered, with its compelling storyline, excellent acting, and high production quality, is a testament to the value of membership. The hosts, James and Michael, praised the film for its escapism and the interesting layers of the good guy character. They emphasized the importance of good quality films in today's media landscape and shared their relief and delight in discovering a genuinely excellent movie. Overall, the experience of being a member and engaging with the community, as well as enjoying a high-quality film, makes the investment worthwhile.
Appreciation and Constructive Criticism: Creators value audience feedback, especially from those who appreciate their work. They encourage sharing and support, while asking critics to keep their comments respectful and constructive.
The creators of "Run Hide Fight" value the opinions of their audience, especially those who enjoy their content. They believe that if viewers genuinely appreciate their work, they should share it with others and support their mission to compete in the entertainment industry. On the other hand, those who are completely disappointed or offended by the film are encouraged to keep their criticisms to themselves. The creators acknowledge that they won't always be perfect, but they trust their audience to understand their intentions and appreciate the risks they take in producing content that challenges viewers. They also recognize the importance of occupying cultural spaces and not penalizing those who try to make a difference. Overall, the creators express their gratitude for their audience's support and encourage them to continue joining them on their journey to create thought-provoking and entertaining content.
Exploring culture instead of politics: The creators prioritize producing content that resonates with viewers and sparks genuine interest, rather than adhering to societal expectations or delivering politically or culturally expected content.
The creators of this entertainment platform value producing content that is enjoyable for their audience, rather than adhering to societal expectations. They aim to create content that resonates with viewers and ignites genuine interest, as opposed to just delivering what is politically or culturally expected. Their commitment to this approach will continue, and they will return to discuss politics at a later time. For now, they encourage their audience to join them in exploring the importance of culture, which underpins all political discourse.
