Jose Nateras

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Jose Nateras is an L.A.-based Actor, Writer, & Filmmaker from Chicago. A graduate of Loyola University Chicago, Jose has his MFA in Writing from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). A screenwriter, playwright, and freelance journalist, Jose’s debut novel, Testament, was published by Ninestar Press. One of his feature-length screenplays, Zero Feet Away, was included on 2021’s Bloodlist and is in development with Village Roadshow Pictures/Brillstein Entertainment Partners while another, Departing Seniors, made its world premiere at Frightfest UK before premiering domestically at the Chicago International Film Festival and is now available via VOD.

Dec. 10, 2024

132. Best of Guests (2024): Part 1

As the end of the year approaches, it’s important to take a retrospective look to appreciate the challenges overcome, goals achieved, and lessons learned. In doing so, we can use the knowledge gained to build a stronger found...

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April 9, 2024

97. Diversifying Queer Horror Cinema (with Jose Nateras)

In previous episodes, we discussed the history of gay representation in TV and film and roadblocks LGBTQ+ actors encounter in Hollywood, with gay characters continuing to be portrayed by straight actors. While representation ...

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