The Supersize of Me of Black Magic...the Making of 'A Cursed Man' with director Liam Le Guillou

The DocFix Documentary Storytelling Podcast

Black magic is not something I ever expected to explore deeply, but when filmmaker Liam Le Guillou approached the DocFix with his idea, I was delighted to help. His premise - could he persuade practitioners of Black Magic to curse him, to see what it could teach him about the true nature of magic?

On today's episode, we discuss the process Liam went through to create his documentary, "A Cursed Man." This episode is not just about magic; it's about the hard work needed to craft a narrative that resonates with authenticity and emotional depth.

Filmmaking, especially the documentary kind, is not for the faint-hearted. Liam shares some intense behind-the-scenes moments that shaped his creative journey, whether it was filming in a bat-infested cave in Mexico or encountering a mysterious black magic practitioner in India. We navigate through the trials of keeping him and his team safe while ensuring the story's integrity and explore the fine balance between the two.

Liam's dedication to reaching a Netflix-level standard reveals the challenges of independent filmmaking, from financial hurdles to the rigours of the edit. It's a testament to pushing creative boundaries while staying true to one's vision, no matter how unpredictable the journey.

And for those interested in a program like The DocFix, Liam talks about the impact of the support he had in crafting a compelling narrative, and the importance of collaboration and community in filmmaking.

You can watch in now, on Amazon and Apple TV

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