Take 5 with ... "Dance Elephant Dance"

Lionel Popkin, Photo by Steven Gunther

As we gear up for the 10th anniversary Oxford Film Festival, we wanted to introduce you to the filmmakers and their films you will experience on Feb. 21-24, 2013. Meet Lionel Popkin, Co-producer/co-director/ choreographer and performer of "Dance Elephant Dance."

#1: In 140 characters or less, describe your movie and why someone should see it.  
It has a big furry elephant dancing!

#2: Biggest lesson learned in getting the film made? Best part in getting the film made?
 The idea sets the tone.

#3: Tell us about you. What is your movie making background? 
First movie. Been choreographing for almost 20 years though.

#4: What's your dream distribution plan for the film? 
Elephant goes viral.

#5: What does the future hold in store for your film and for you?
For the film: more festivals. For me: more stage projects yes. More films???