Guile Branco shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Hi Guile, thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to share your story, experiences and insights with our readers. Let’s jump right in with an interesting one: Have you ever been glad you didn’t act fast?
I first started writing the script for A Halloween Feast about 15 years ago. As a filmmaker, it was never my plan to spend that long on a single project, but the reality is that it couldn’t be produced earlier simply because I didn’t have the necessary resources. I nearly brought it to life in 2012, but ultimately had to abandon the project after realizing we didn’t have the support required to make it properly. Looking back, that setback was actually a blessing in disguise—it gave me the time to continue refining the screenplay, and I’m confident the version we filmed now is far stronger than the one I would have made back then. In hindsight, I’m grateful I didn’t rush into production too soon. So glad I didn’t act fast!
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Guile Branco. I started out primarily as an actor and writer, but over time I found myself stepping into producing and directing as well. To bring my projects to life, I founded my own film company, BrightKnight Entertainment. Most recently, I released my very first feature film as a director, writer, producer, and actor: A Halloween Feast. Of course, it was made possible by a talented and dedicated team, but I’m very proud to say this is the first project I can truly call “a film by Guile Branco.”
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
In my early years, I truly believed I had to conform to what society—and even my parents—told me I should be. When I looked around and saw successful lawyers, I thought, maybe that’s my path. I even enrolled in law school, only to quit six months later. That’s when I realized life doesn’t have to be what others expect of you—it can be whatever you choose.
I am an artist, and if I try to fit into a mold that isn’t mine, I’ll only end up unhappy. I found freedom in breaking those expectations, in taking risks, and in following my dreams—even when those dreams left others confused.
When you’re born an artist, you must create. Sometimes that means finding creative ways to keep going—working side jobs, stretching limited resources—but the art has to remain at the center. I understood that very early on, and that’s when I knew I had to pursue a career in film.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
NO!
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
I’m committed to happiness. By that I mean I do my best not to let bad situations or negative energy into my life. What brings me true happiness is simply knowing that I’m pursuing my art—the thing that holds the highest place in my dreams and goals. There’s an old saying I believe in: the destination matters less than the journey itself. And for me, it’s the journey of creating that makes life meaningful.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. Are you doing what you were born to do—or what you were told to do?
I truly feel like I’m doing what I was born to do. Of course, we all want more success and more milestones—no one ever feels completely fulfilled—but that’s just life. We go through phases of joy and sadness, and the goal is simply to experience more joy than not. For me, that joy comes from making movies.
Right now, you can find my film A Halloween Feast streaming in the US, UK, Canada, and Brazil. I’m really enjoying this release and grateful that the film is receiving some very good reviews. If you do watch it, I’d love it if you could leave a review on Letterboxd, IMDb, or Rotten Tomatoes—it truly helps. Let’s all keep supporting independent cinema.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.guilebranco.com
- Instagram: @guilebranco
- Other: TikTok: @ahalloweenfeastmovie
Image Credits
Guile Branco, Julia Coulter, Lynn Lowry, Lou D’Amato, Nika Khitrova, Della Maylan, James Griggs
