"Run Hide Fight: Infidels" Director Kyle Rankin On Hollywood, ISIS & Independent Film
Summary
Director Kyle Rankin discusses the making of the Daily Wire action thriller "Run Hide Fight Infidels," starring Jonathan Majors. The film depicts an ISIS group seizing an American college campus, blending practical effects with a fast-paced narrative. Rankin explains the rapid one-year production timeline, the creative freedom compared to Hollywood, and the thematic focus on community resilience against radical extremism.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Run Hide Fight, Jerry, Calci, ADF, ShipStation
Introduction of director Kyle Rankin
Origins and concept of the sequel
Creative freedom and writing process
Production timeline and location scouting
Hollywood politics and industry risks
Casting and working with Jonathan Majors
Filming schedule and directorial challenges
Editing process and post-production
Budget and practical effects
Character arcs and emotional themes
Managing ensemble cast and shooting logistics
Audience expectations and political context
Potential backlash and final thoughts
Closing remarks
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