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"Girls Town" - A Conversation with Director Jim McKay

By Joshua LaBure

Published February 7, 2025 at 7:44 AM CST

Host Joshua LaBure sits down with filmmaker Jim McKay to discuss his groundbreaking 1996 film, Girl’s Town, and his career in independent cinema. They explore the film’s unique collaborative process, its impact, and McKay’s approach to storytelling. Tune in for an insightful conversation on filmmaking, creativity, and the power of authentic voices in cinema.

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Joshua LaBure

Joshua LaBure is a documentary filmmaker, radio producer and podcaster based out of Omaha, Nebraska. His experience includes having directed and produced several short films, three narrative features and three documentary features, with his works featured at the Lone Star Film Festival, The Bureau of Creative Works, Indy Film Festival and other filmmaker showcases. His most recent documentary had a sold-out premiere and received a standing ovation at the Benson Theatre. Furthermore, he founded the Denver Filmmakers Collective, which hosted local filmmaker showcases, has served on jury for major film festivals and has hosted countless film screenings.

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