From Prison to Hollywood: Working with Ryan Coogler and Creed 3 | D'Lo Louis

Few people can top the story of D’Lo Louis, who defied the expectations of those around him by becoming a successful filmmaker after spending nearly 10 years in prison. This non-traditional start did not inhibit him though, as the first film he worked on was “Space Jam: New Legacy,” followed by “Wakana Forever” and many exceptionally well-known films. As his drive lead him further, D’Lo soon became a consultant on the “Creed 3” film. As D’Lo sets his future goals towards directing his own feature films, one thing is for certain; nothing can stop this man from putting his full dedication into everything he does.

00:00:00 - Introduction to D’Lo Louis' Journey
00:00:36 - Growing Up in Richmond, CA: A Tough Environment
00:01:44 - Motivated by Money: The Hustle and Consequences
00:03:14 - Facing the Reality of Prison: Taking Accountability
00:05:37 - Reconnecting with Ryan Coogler: A Lifelong Friendship
00:06:49 - Watching Fruitvale Station Succeed from Prison
00:08:02 - Unexpected Preparation: Writing Coverage in Prison
00:11:19 - Reintegrating into Society: Overcoming Post-Prison Challenges
00:14:38 - Breaking into Hollywood: Becoming Ryan Coogler's Assistant
00:16:10 - Learning on Set: Working on Space Jam: A New Legacy
00:21:31 - Growth on Judas and the Black Messiah: New Challenges and Skills
00:25:30 - Working Through Chadwick Boseman's Passing on Wakanda Forever
00:29:19 - Life Imitates Art: The Influence of D’Lo Louis' Story on Creed III
00:34:10 - Behind the Scenes: Directing with Jonathan Majors
00:42:54 - Transitioning to Directing: Shoebox and Future Projects
00:48:58 - Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers: Persistence, Patience, and Passion
00:52:52 - Reflection: Would D’Lo Louis Change His Past?
00:54:07 - Upcoming Projects: Announcements and Final Thoughts

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