S2 - Ep8: "Out of the Flames" with Screenwriter Stephanie Hutchinson

Hard Faith Podcast

In this episode, we explore the journey behind Out of the Flames, a gripping 14th-century historical drama by screenwriter Stephanie Hutchinson. This award-winning screenplay, which took the Grand Prize at the Kairos Prize for Spiritually Uplifting Screenplays and Hard Faith Fest, transports us into a world of medieval challenges and profound faith. Stephanie shares the inspiration behind the script and the research that shaped this dramatic portrayal of survival and redemption.

Stephanie transitioned from being a published playwright to a screenwriter during the pandemic, encouraged by a Broadway mentor. Her background in music, with three degrees in piano performance from USC, adds a unique depth to her screenplays, which are often infused with a musical sensibility. Her works have garnered numerous accolades, including First Runner Up at the Beverly Hills Film Fest for her Great Depression drama, GRAHAM.

Mentored by industry leaders like Tyler Thompson of The Chosen and Cartel Literary Manager Audrey Knox, Stephanie continues to evolve in her craft. Whether hiking in the Santa Monica Mountains or teaching piano and voice internationally, Stephanie’s creativity knows no bounds. Tune in to learn more about her journey and her exciting projects. You can follow her work at stephaniehutchinson.com.