Relentless #50 - Jason Carman, Founder & CEO of Story
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Sep 26, 2025 
Join Jason Carman, founder and CEO of Story Company and filmmaker behind the short film Planet, as he dives into his journey of creating optimistic sci-fi narratives. He shares insights on collaborating with legendary directors and the challenges of production timelines. Discover how he navigated health issues on set and nearly went broke before landing key contracts. Jason's vision of blending storytelling with science inspires an exciting trilogy plan, while his lessons on building an art company highlight the importance of quality collaborators.
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Fiction Drives Real Engineering
- Jason's motto: 'Story inspires science; science makes story real.'
- He believes cultural love for an idea is necessary for its real-world construction.
Rebuilding Communal Mythmaking
- Jason argues modern culture lacks unifying, optimistic myths and that entertainment can rebuild communal experiences.
- He wants films that compel people to return to theaters and reconnect socially.
Focus On Few High-Quality Films
- Prioritize quality over quantity: make fewer films and nail them to build a lasting cinematic universe.
- Invest in merchandising and community signals to fund more movies and create cultural belonging.