Mindfulness & Storytelling in Hollywood – with Actor & Filmmaker Matt Drago

In this episode of Mindful Living with Sana, we sit down with Matt Drago, the actor and filmmaker best known for his role as Fabian in Somewhere in Montana. With a career spanning TV, film, and audio drama—including Disney’s Counting Scars, What Would Jesus Do?, and Ridley Scott’s Prophets of Science Fiction—Matt shares the behind-the-scenes journey of landing his biggest role yet and the power of a healthy mindset in filmmaking.

From his early days moving from Virginia to New York City to pursue acting, to the intense mental and physical preparation he put into his role, Matt delves deep into the mindfulness practices that kept him grounded. He shares how collaboration, self-discipline, and resilience play a pivotal role in success—whether on set or in life.

Join us for an inspiring conversation on storytelling, overcoming industry pressures, and the profound connection between acting and mindfulness.

Key Takeaways:

✅ How mindfulness shapes the craft of acting and storytelling.
✅ The importance of collaboration in filmmaking and how Montana itself became a "character" in Somewhere in Montana.
✅ The realities of indie filmmaking and how Matt balanced creative vision vs. industry pressures.
✅ How method acting impacts mental health, and Matt’s approach to staying grounded while portraying intense roles.
✅ The joy of storytelling and why embracing the journey, not just the outcome, is key to success.

🎟️ Want to Watch Somewhere in Montana? The film is currently in limited release in the Midwest, with streaming and video-on-demand details coming soon! Follow Matt for updates.

Connect with Matt Drago:

📸 Instagram:@MattDrago
🌐 Website:mattdrago.com
🎬 Production Company: Dragon Hunter Productions

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