We sat down with two of Dances With Films Festival’s official selections: “Fast” by Clayton Anderson and “Chooch” by Peter Horgan, for a conversation about creative inspiration, challenges, and how their personal stories shaped their films.🎬 About the Films:“Fast” - A dark comedy thriller following a man on a strict bone-broth-only fast, spiraling into madness and self-discovery. Writer/Director Clayton Anderson shares how his own fasting journey inspired the story, how humor meets discomfort, and the film’s ultimate message about taking care of yourself.“Chooch” - A gritty Boston gangster short from writer/director/producer Peter Hogan, exploring loyalty, friendship, and morality. Hogan reveals the personal roots of the story, how real-life friendships shaped the cast, and how he brought emotional depth and humanity to a familiar genre.💬 In this interview:We dive into the creative process, character development, and lessons learned from indie filmmaking, plus a few behind-the-scenes details from set.