Making the First Feature: Kyle West & the Story Behind “South of Stillwater”

n this episode of Behind the Scenes Oklahoma, we sit down with writer, director, and producer Kyle West to talk about his debut feature film, South of Stillwater, recently shot right here in Oklahoma.

Kyle shares the inspiration behind his intimate, character-driven storytelling style, the challenges of making a first feature, and why Oklahoma’s landscapes and creative community made the perfect home for this powerful project.

From vision to execution, this conversation offers an honest look at the realities of independent filmmaking — and the passion it takes to bring a story to life.

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Behind the Scenes Oklahoma is hosted by Ana Berry and celebrates the people, productions, and places shaping Oklahoma’s film and television industry.
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