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

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. Chapters 00:00 Yelena's Early Life and Background 09:54 Reflections on War and Identity 19:55 Modeling: The Glamour and the Struggles 29:37 Transitioning to Film: Challenges and Breakthroughs 39:41 Creating Meaningful Cinema: Faith and Purpose 49:41 Upcoming Projects: Moses the Black 59:37 The Message of Christ in Film This video is a conversation apart of Ally's podcast conversation series. Subscribe to the channel if you love inspiring stories, soulful conversations, and impactful dialogue. 🎧 Follow On Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0bZjcrF... #yelenapopovic #serbia #faith #modeling #filmindustry #MosestheBlack