Kaamel Hasaun - KING OF TUBI? Detroit Film Industry, From Actor to OWNER | The Cobain Report S8 EP1

Kaamel Hasaun Talks Acting, Filmmaking, Tubi & Detroit Movies | The Cobain Report S8 EP1

Welcome to Season 8, Episode 1 of The Cobain Report! Rocc Cobain sits down with Detroit entertainer Kaamel Hasaun, also known as Diezel, for an in depth conversation about his evolution from rapper to actor, writer, director, and producer.

KNOWN AS THE KING OF TUBI, KAAMEL HASAUN IS BUILDING HIS OWN LANE IN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY. From his early days in music to making moves in independent film, he has continued to expand his creative vision and establish himself behind and in front of the camera.

In this exclusive interview, we get into the realities of independent filmmaking, the grind behind building a career in entertainment, and the business decisions that separate having a dream from building a lasting brand. Kaamel discusses his work with Diezel Power Filmz, Detroit's growing film scene, and the opportunities streaming platforms like Tubi have created for independent filmmakers.

Timestamps

Introduction and Welcome: (0:02:14)

Guest Introduction (Kaamel Hasaun): (0:05:06)

Transition from Life Insurance/Work to Entertainment: (0:01:23 - 0:01:44)

Early Acting and Plays: (0:020:12 - 0:021:12)

The Realities of the Rap vs. Film Industry: (0:024:07 - 0:025:08)

The Lesson of Boardroom Business: (0:025:10 - 0:025:38)

Influences in Film (Moola Films): (0:027:07 - 0:028:38)

Creating the First Film (Undying Love): (0:029:17 - 0:030:52)

Hardest Roles (Price of Love, McGra): (0:033:50 - 0:035:57)

The Grind (Producing 20+ Films): (0:036:01 - 0:037:58)

Directing and Acting Simultaneously: (0:038:00 - 0:039:56)

Starting a Production Company: (0:039:57 - 0:041:45)

Hollywood vs. Independent Filmmaking: (0:041:47 - 0:044:03)

Reflecting on Ownership and Business: (0:044:05 - 0:050:00)

Personal Life and Accomplishments: (0:050:47 - 0:053:58)

Rapid Fire Questions: (0:055:58 - 0:060:37)

Upcoming Projects: (1:05:18 - 1:06:24)

Pastoral Benediction/Closing: (1:06:34 - 1:09:44)

Topics

• From rapper to actor and filmmaker

• The King of Tubi and the rise of independent movies

• Detroit's growing film industry

• Acting, writing, directing, and producing

• Diezel Power Filmz and future projects

• Tubi's impact on independent Black cinema

• Hollywood versus independent filmmaking

• Creative control, ownership, and the business of entertainment

• Building a career and legacy on your own terms

• The transition from music to movies and learning a new side of the entertainment business

• The work, discipline, and persistence behind independent film production

• How streaming has changed the way audiences discover independent movies

• The opportunities and challenges facing Detroit actors and filmmakers

• Building a production brand while developing a personal creative identity

• The future of Detroit entertainment and independent Black storytelling

HOSTED BY - Rocc Cobain & Cezah

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