Host Kirk Nordenstrom reconnects with longtime friend and filmmaker Indus Alelia. From her early career as a professional ballerina to stunt work in films like Zombies of Mass Destruction and Leverage, Indus found her way into the 48 Hour Film Project in 2009 and has since completed more than 20 films. She shares stories about silent films under flight paths, animated 48s, mentoring young and female filmmakers, and building community through film.
Welcome to Episode 15 of 48 Hour Heroes: Origin Stories.
Guest: Indus Alelia (Indi Elia) – Filmmaker, stunt performer, and veteran 48HFP participant.
Highlights from this episode:
Transitioning from a career in ballet to stunt work and then filmmaking.
Her first 48HFP experience with Hit Kids in 2009 and countless projects since.
Why she loves animation challenges and how remote collaboration kept creativity alive during the pandemic.
Bringing in new people, young filmmakers, and child actors to grow the community.
Normalizing women-led teams and diverse casts and crews.
Stories from global 48 experiences and why Filmapalooza is a must.
The joy of imperfection—why even late films and mistakes are worth sharing.
Why camaraderie, inclusion, and fun matter more than competition.