We checked in with Paul & Chelsea for an update on ‘Smile or Hug,’ one of the five projects in production for The Six Feet Apart Experiment. Paul comes to us live from the studio, chatting about the Coen Brothers film that inspired the team in their post-production process. He also shares insight on how a scene’s cuts will influence momentum, and stresses the importance of recognizing one’s most “necessary and compelling” moments in the footage. Thanks for taking us behind the scenes, Paul! We can't wait to see the final cut. 🎬

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About the project:

SMILE OR HUG is a dramedy that follows Trish, a 29-year-old art teacher, who’s going through a break-up during quarantine. We follow Trish’s journey as she struggles to put on a happy face for her students (who she now teaches over zoom) as she experiences profound loneliness while adjusting to her new, isolated reality. Smile or Hug is a film for our times; it’s relatable to anyone trying to make sense of their purpose amidst uncertainty and loneliness. Our film explores themes such as the need for self-care, addressing one’s mental health, and what it means to love and respect oneself. Smile or Hug has a lot of heart, and our goal is to make people laugh and smile – two things that are vital to getting by in an uncertain world.

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What is The Six Feet Apart Experiment?

#SixFeetApartExperiment is a groundbreaking filmmaking competition which gave undiscovered filmmakers the funding & support to make their own film during the COVID-19 era. Interested in learning more about Chelsea and Paul’s project or The Six Feet Apart Experiment?

Head to https://www.wayfarerstudios.com/sixfe... for more!