Podcast Episode 97: Yelena Popovic On Her Journey + Her Film “Moses The Black” With Wiz Khalifa, Quavo, and Omar Epps

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Written By Ally Portee

Transitioning to film was a journey of self-discovery, and faith plays a crucial role in overcoming hardships

Film director Yelena Popovic shares her journey from a simple childhood in Serbia to becoming a successful model and filmmaker. She reflects on the impact of war on her identity and the resilience instilled in her by her parents. We talk about the challenges of the modeling industry, her transition to film, and the importance of storytelling that resonates with faith and truth. She also shares insights into her upcoming film, 'Moses The Black,' produced by 50 Cent, starring Omar Epps, Wiz Khalifa, Quavo, Chukwudi Iwuji, and local Chicago actors, and how it aims to shed light on themes of redemption and hope.

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Ally Portee

Starting out in the world of politics, Ally interned and worked in Washington, DC, in Congress, at The White House, and on political campaigns. Today she’s in a totally different arena: fashion. Developing an eye for sartorial craftsmanship, Ally has learned how to put intricate and detailed collections into words, while developing relationships with some of the world's most leading brands and covering Paris, Milan, and Riyadh Fashion Week shows. Ally started SEELE in 2012. Seele [ze-le] is the German word for Soul and its aim is to encourage people with faith-inspired and lifestyle content that stir the soul. Ally has written for Forbes, Harper’s Bazaar, The Hollywood Reporter, GQ Middle East, Vogue Arabia, Refinery29, NPR, Arabian Business, and Euronews.

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