Becoming a First-Time Filmmaker at 50+ with Beth Barany

Becoming Who You Always Wanted to Be

Have you ever had a dream that stayed with you… even when life got busy? A creative whisper that kept tapping you on the shoulder saying, “Hey, remember me?”

In today’s episode, I’m talking with award-winning novelist and creativity coach Beth Barany, who finally answered that whisper — and said YES to a dream nearly 18 years in the making.

Beth is in the midst of creating her very first film: a proof-of-concept short based on her fantasy adventure series, Henrietta the Dragon Slayer. Her hope is that this short will help secure the momentum and support needed to turn Henrietta’s story into a full-blown TV series.

And she’s doing all of this… at 50+.

This conversation is a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to reinvent yourself creatively later in life — from following your curiosity step-by-step, to assembling a team without waiting for Hollywood’s permission, to the pure joy (and chaos!) of watching a world you imagined come alive.

We talk about:

• How to greenlight yourself when no one else does
• Breaking big dreams into tiny, doable actions
• Overcoming that “who am I to do this?” voice
• The importance of surrounding yourself with expanders
• The thrill of seeing your inner 10-year-old’s dream come true

Whether you dream of making a film… or picking up a paintbrush… or going after something you can’t quite name yet — this episode is your sign.

You’re not too old.
It’s not too late.
And the story isn’t over.

Connect with Beth:
🌐 https://bethbarany.com/ 

🌐 https://author.bethbarany.com/henrietta-short-film/

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