In this episode of Beyond the Scenes, filmmaker and camera operator Matthew Hutchens shares his unique upbringing in Venezuela, his transition from a biology background to a filmmaking career, and his experiences working with Indigenous communities in Latin America. Matthew also talks about the political landscape of Venezuela, the impact of cultural immersion, and how he found his niche in the film industry.Timestamps:0:00 – Introduction to the episode and guest, Matthew Hutchins0:36 – Matthew’s upbringing in Venezuela and family background1:54 – Working with Indigenous tribes and cultural impact5:04 – Changes in Venezuela over time and the current situation8:22 – Transitioning from Venezuela to the U.S. for education9:43 – Getting into filmmaking and early career challenges12:02 – Experiences living in Florida and entering the film industry14:25 – The role of Steadicam and Matthew's journey to mastering itFollow Matthew Hutchens: https://www.instagram.com/hammerheadwheelsConnect with Carlos Andrés Cuervo: http://carloscuervo.comFollow Carlos Andres Cuervo en IG: https://www.instagram.com/andrescuervo#Filmmaking #Cinematography #CreativeJourney #Storytelling #filmproducer #BeyondTheScenes #CreativeLife #filmindustry #cameraoperator #steadycam