n this episode of Filmmaker Mixer, we sit down with Emmy-nominated actor turned director Alexandra Chando to talk about her thrilling directorial debut, The 8th Day—a romantic heist thriller set in 1994 West Texas that’s now available on major pay-per-view platforms.
We discuss Chando’s transition from in front of the camera (The Lying Game, Sneaky Pete) to behind it, and how she brought together a powerhouse cast to tell a story full of tension, heart, and retro Americana grit.
From honoring her favorite ’90s films to working with a seasoned cast including Darren Mann, Phoebe Tonkin, and Valerie Mahaffey, Alexandra opens up about the creative decisions that shaped The 8th Day and why she believes now is the perfect moment for women to lead in filmmaking.