In this episode, Marissa F. Cohen sits down with writer, director, and filmmaker Krystle Weaver to talk about Aspersian, her short film inspired by her own experience in emotionally abusive relationships. Krystle opens up about using screenwriting as a healing tool, what it was like to watch her own story reflected on screen, how she cared for herself through triggering moments during production, and the advice she'd give to anyone recognizing similar patterns in their own life.
If you're navigating your own healing journey, Marissa also shares an update on the podcast's growth and a resource for survivors looking to build a personalized path forward.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – Can healing from abuse happen without it taking years?
1:00 – Podcast milestones + a thank-you to the community
3:00 – Welcome back: introducing Krystle Weaver
4:00 – Krystle introduces herself and her creative work
5:00 – Racial justice work and a teaser of today's topic
6:00 – The origin story of Aspersian
7:00 – What the film is about
8:00 – Finding her filmmaking team, Red Flight Pictures
9:00 – Casting, rehearsals, and a pandemic delay
10:00 – How much of the film reflects her real experience
11:00 – Writing as a healing practice
12:00 – Self-care while filming triggering scenes
13:00 – The "wounded puppy dog" era of healing
14:00 – Making the film with her daughter in mind
15:00 – Release timeline and what's next for Aspersian
16:00 – Where to watch it once it's released
17:00 – Krystle's advice to survivors
18:00 – How to connect with Krystle
19:00 – Marissa's closing reflection on the healing journey
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Email: krystle@redflightpictures.com
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