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EP 273 - From Roommates to Slamdance: The Wild Journey Behind Race Walkers

EP 273 - From Roommates to Slamdance: The Wild Journey Behind Race Walkers

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 Geoffrey sits down with the creative team behind the Slamdance hit Race Walkers: a fresh, hilarious sports comedy about the underdog world of race walking. Directors Kevin Claydon and Phil Moniz, writer-producer Evan Landry, and actor-writers Kevin and Phil share how the film came to life, how Robbie Amell joined the cast, and why comedy in indie film is making a comeback. It’s an inspiring deep dive into how tight scripts, tight friendships, and bold concepts can create magic on screen.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
  • How to build a film concept from the ground up with friends
  • Why sports comedies are ready for a resurgence
  • The value of staying within your budget and scope as a filmmaker
  • How Robbie Amell helped fast-track Race Walkers
  • Tips for keeping authenticity when satirizing niche sports
Key Moments:
  • (01:06) How the Race Walkers team formed and the concept came to life
  • (03:40) Why race walking was a perfect, untapped sports comedy concept
  • (05:10) How Robbie Amell and Collective Pictures got involved
  • (08:15) Plans for distribution and why comedies belong in theaters
  • (12:00) Advice to indie screenwriters on writing within their means
About the Guests:
  • Kevin Claydon and Phil Moniz are actor-directors and longtime collaborators behind Race Walkers.
  • Evan Landry is a screenwriter and producer on the film. The trio has been creating content together since their 20s.
  • Race Walkers stars Robbie Amell and has been gaining acclaim on the festival circuit for its sharp writing and lovable absurdity.
About the Host:
With films on network television, streaming platforms, and in theaters, Geoffrey D. Calhoun is a screenwriter, author of The Guide for Every Screenwriter, and a passionate mentor in the industry. He hosts The Successful Screenwriter podcast to empower writers and filmmakers at every level.

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
  • Race Walkers
  • Slamdance Film Festival
  • Robbie Amell on IMDb
Connect with Geoffrey D. Calhoun:
  • Website
  • Instagram @screenwriterpod
  • TikTok @screenwriterpod
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