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Jesse Lee O’Sheal is a multi-instrumentalist and first-time film director. Growing up in Lincolnton, North Carolina, Jesse directed music videos for his former band, Planet-Sized-Planet, then shifted his focus to filmmaking. After assisting on short films directed by his childhood best friend, Richard Valentine, he wrote, directed, and edited his first film, Blood Covenant, through Valentine’s Aerolith Films, which premiered in July of this year.

The discussion will explore the creative and professional journey behind making a religious horror film, including the challenges and opportunities of navigating the independent film industry. It will also reflect on the filmmaker’s first-time experience bringing a project to life, from developing the initial vision to overcoming the practical challenges of filmmaking. The conversation will highlight the motivation and inspiration behind the film, as well as the personal and creative experiences that shaped the filmmaker’s approach to storytelling.