Nicholas Buggs
Co-Founder of Bonsai Creative/Co-Host of the MAKE IT Podcast
Nicholas Buggs is an Executive and Advisory Producer specializing in independent films. As Co-Founder of Bonsai Creative Enterprises (Bonsai Creative), Nicholas has successfully leveraged a background in Management Consulting, Product Development, Project Management, and Strategic Planning to develop and implement strategic approaches to maximizing the potential in independent film projects.
Considering himself a "catalyst for creatives", Nicholas works alongside business partner and best friend Christopher Barkley to help filmmakers eliminate the obstacles to bringing great stories to life. Since 2014, Nick and Chris have earned film credits on three award-winning films that have all made their way to distribution. As Bonsai Creative, Chris and Nick now set their sights on changing the game for filmmakers by providing actionable insights that lead them on the path to success.
Nicholas holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science from the Vanderbilt University School of Engineering where he also studied Communications, Management of Technology, and Mathematics.
There will always be bullies. That's just a fact. Bradley, like many of his counterparts, have surely encountered worse, but he continues to thrive despite the bullying. I suppose it's good that he revealed that Hollywood isn't all sunshine and rainbows and that even his star doesn't shine bright enough to drown out the darkness at times.
The real question is: "Does No Time to Die need to break even at the box office?" The major studios make long-term industry plays by leveraging recognizable and hugely exploitable talent and Intellectual Property (IP) in conjunction with their industry partnerships. Maybe part of the financial return will come directly from IMAX and the theaters in return for leveraging the theater-specific technology to putt buts in seats again thereby boosting future projections for both. There's a long game here for sure.
The Father illustrates a masterful understanding of the world it is looking to create as well as the masterful integrated execution of the filmmaking elements that bring that vision to life. I'd be curious to know who advised the filmmakers on the ins and outs of dementia and whether the health community that deals with this most closely agrees with its portrayal.
A common theme expressed here is that great direction comes from a strong understanding of and empathy for actors. I wonder if the same is true in reverse.
A theatrical release isn't the pot of gold that indie filmmakers are looking for; it's industry sponsorship and access to the recognition and accolades afforded to the Hollywood elite. To change the game for indie filmmakers, the industry would need to open up its resources to independent voices. Unfortunately, this is risky business within an industry that has become increasingly risk averse.
Yet another case of the consumer being held to end user license agreements that are too lengthy to remember, let alone read in the first place. I unknowingly fell into this trap as well and even doubted my own purchase for a moment. The kids reassured me that the purchase had been made. Will this usher in the rebirth of physical media or will we just get over it with the next streaming purchase? We shall see.