Writer-director Austin Glasser joins Filmmaker Mixer to discuss his short film The Writer, which premiered at the Austin Film Festival and stars Neal McDonough, Jefferson White, and Sara Paxton. In this conversation, Austin breaks down writing with restraint, directing seasoned actors, navigating production limitations, and shaping a short film for festival audiences. Filmmakers will learn practical insights on actor collaboration, script-to-screen decisions, and what it really takes to premiere at a major narrative festival.
