From PA to Acting with Michael B. Jordan | Harvey Dixon Jr on Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners”

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In this episode of the Fable House Podcast, we sit down with Louisiana-based creative Harvey Dixon Jr. to talk about his incredible journey from production assistant (PA) to standing in and running lines with Michael B. Jordan on a Ryan Coogler film.

Harvey shares behind-the-scenes stories from working on the film “Sinners”, including how he unexpectedly went from doing PA tasks to being treated like on-screen talent. We also dive into filmmaking, breaking into the industry, creative ambition, and what it takes to turn opportunity into a career-changing moment.

If you're an aspiring filmmaker, actor, or creative, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and real industry experience you won’t hear anywhere else.

🎧Fable House Podcast brings you in-depth conversations with filmmakers, musicians, and creatives—uncovering stories you won’t find anywhere else.

Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Harvey Dixon Jr’s story 00:27 – What is the Fable House Podcast? 00:45 – Working on Sinners as a production assistant 01:04 – Getting hired early in production 01:24 – Discovering it was a Ryan Coogler film 02:19 – The guitar scene & becoming a stand-in 03:17 – Running lines with Michael B. Jordan 04:39 – How the experience sparked acting again 05:46 – Surreal moments on set & background roles 06:52 – Behind-the-scenes of the “montage” scene 08:17 – Ryan Coogler’s vision & filmmaking approach 10:35 – Performing at your highest level always 11:38 – Why Sinners brought people back to theaters 12:22 – The soundtrack & studio experience 13:09 – Working with blues legend Buddy Guy 14:47 – Filmmakers on set & creative collaboration 16:15 – From small town to film industry insights 17:22 – Ryan Coogler’s background & career path

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