Cleveland filmmaker Chris Peplin (left) on set Midwest Movie Maker contributor Peter Balint introduces us to Cleveland native Chris Peplin. Peplin recently wrapped production on Beautiful Garden , a project driven in small part by one goal: make a feature length film by the time Peplin celebrates his 30th birthday. He’ll do it — with time to spare. Peplin grew up in the Cleveland area and, at an early age, realized his calling. He studied film at Cleveland State , worked a few internships and then decided to fast-track his career by moving to L.A. to attend The New York Film Academy . After completing the 12-month program, he carried the filmmaking torch back to the Midwest. Peplin wrote, produced and directed Beautiful Garden . And it’s independent film at it’s best. READ THE FULL INTERVIEW
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