It was such an amazing experience and opportunity to connect with budding superstar Kortnee Price. Born and raised in Northeast Ohio, Kortnee stands as a prime example of what can happen if you simply let go and follow your dreams. Her strength and courage to follow what was engrained in her blood has landed her in a place that she never could have imagined. Kortnee is starring in her first feature film, "La Vie Magnifique de Charlie", and the film is already making major waves in multiple film festivals. Our connection came because of her involvement in the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival, but the film is actually being featured in several other festivals, including the Peachtree International Film Festival which is happening October 29th in Atlanta. There's more to follow after that, and you can find that out, plus more in our exclusive with Kortnee Price, "Living a Dream"...
U.G. Digital Mag: I’m so glad to connect with you. You’re part of a few festivals for your new film, and these festivals have become such a huge platform in terms of promotion. You’re from Ohio which is fantastic, and your film was part of the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival. How was that for you in terms of excitement?
Kortnee Price: I feel amazing. It’s home. I’ve been creating a lot in Atlanta, and really experiencing a wide range of things within myself. It’s opened up opportunities with learning screenwriting. I have a background in songwriting, but screenwriting is a whole different monster. To be able to come home to Ohio and present this project was so big for me. I was back and forth a lot. I love being in an atmosphere where there’s opportunities and familiar faces. I love Ohio, so when I got the word that we would be there, I almost burst out in tears. It’s home and Ohio is a state where so much talent comes from. To be included in that is beautiful, and I’m making my people proud. experienced.
U.G. Digital Mag: What took you to Atlanta?
Kortnee Price: I, like most people, have a lot of family there. As far as growing creatively, and wanting to be in a more vibrant and creative atmosphere, it was the best transition. My husband really talked me into it. He had it more in his mind than I did. Atlanta was not my first choice by far, but he broke some things down for me. I definitely wasn’t the most elated at first, but as I started getting to know the entertainment and art community as a whole, I fell in love.
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