On this episode of Rough Cut, filmmaker, writer, and VCer Michael Werner talks to Billy Corben and Alfred Spellman, who shook up the documentary landscape with their film Cocaine Cowboys. The bold documentary launched their careers and solidified their reputation as daring storytellers who push against industry norms.
Billy and Alfred, who have been collaborators since high school, talk to Michael about their dedication to telling Miami stories, and how they approach documentaries with genre-bending ideas and outside-the-box thinking. A must-listen episode about the art of pushing limits and unfiltered storytelling.
Episode Host: Michael Werner
Guests: Billy Corben and Alfred Spellman
Episode: 62
Publish date: January 7, 2025
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