Michelle Rouady

To say I am blown away, is an understatement! Thank you to the lovely journalist Hannah, who took the time to listen and resonate with my words and passion for @myinnerchild_film yesterday. I thought perhaps, my story and how My Inner Child came to fruition, may get a line or two in a local paper, where I grew up as a child. (Doonside) and resided in my early 20’s (Northmead). Not only did @myinnerchild_film get a write up in a film magazine, we also made the mainstream papers! Heartfelt thanks to @tahliacrinis (who plays Frankie in the film) from @bossmedia for facilitating this beautiful outcome to share the My Inner Child journey. I’ve worked tirelessly and saved hard for a long time to get to this point and I’m so grateful to everyone who has worked with me, mentored me and supported through the My Inner Child music and film journey. From my first diary entries that were the beginning of a spark of an idea, in the wee hours of the night, to this moment, I feel truly humbled and grateful to share these personal moments that led me here now with you. #writing #music #myinnerchild #film #media Photo credit @iia.ph Director @mazdlo19 Cinematography @calumstewartdop Editor @martinponferrada

Success isn't always about grand gestures; often, it’s a quiet, intense mental battle. Sydney-based creator Michelle Rouady pulls back the curtain on the reality of chasing dreams, revealing that the path from the boardroom to the big screen is paved with inner dialogues, moments of exhaustion, and the crucial decision to keep moving forward. Whether it’s acknowledging the need to retreat and recharge or finding the resilience to push through when the urge to quit is loudest, this candid insight serves as a reminder that the climb is just as much about mindset as it is about action. Sometimes, the most heroic thing one can do is simply refuse to stop. #MentalToughness #Resilience #FromScratchToSuccess #CreativeJourney #MindsetMatters

How incredibly inspiring that this beautiful article by @regionillawarra drop on Mother’s Day. Thank you to @tahliacrinis from @bossmedia for facilitating this, as well as being our lead, “Frankie” and to @mazdlo19 for directing my writing feature debut film, @myinnerchild_film Here are some snippets not in actual order 😅 but you get the idea…from the article, please check out the full write up on Regional Illawarra’s social pages. @mcr.creates #filmmaking #myinnerchild #womeninfilmmaking #media #music

From Scratch to Success Ep. 26: Michelle Rouady WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: /live/qLnmm7T10AQ?feature=share From boardroom to big screen 🎬✨ On From Scratch to Success with @j_ma_actress , meet @mcr.creates — a Sydney-based actress and writer who left corporate life to follow her passion for storytelling. Best known for @myinnerchild_film , her debut feature film that she wrote, produced, starred in, and helped shape musically across 23 songs. Watch now and get inspired 💫 #FromScratchToSuccess #OzArabMedia #SydneyCreatives #AustralianFilm #WomenInFilm #CreativeJourney

Episode 26 “ From Scratch to Success”dropping tomorrow! An episode you don’t want to miss! Michelle is an Australian actress and writer based in Sydney. After a long corporate career, she transitioned into the creative arts to focus on storytelling through film & music. Michelle is most widely recognised for her work on: My Inner Child: Her debut feature film, which she wrote, produced, and starred in. As well as serving as the co-lyricist for the 23-song collaborating with several Australian artists. #fromscratchtosuccess #podcast #jmaactress #successjourney #inspiration

Although I’d love to share so much more right now; this is a spoiler scene, so unfortunately I can’t give away too much, or share any other epic photos, just yet! To say this day was a huge undertaking, is an understatement! This first photo of me, sitting in awe of the talents around me, relieved that I managed to get everyone together on the same day, to show their creative prowess. Our talented crew, musicians and actors, you blew me away with your enthusiasm on set and passion for your craft. I must also mention our wonderful background talent, who helped bring these scenes to full fruition. I appreciate you all for helping the My Inner Child story to be told. DOP: @calumstewartdop Camera B: @jayseeney Director: @mazdlo19 Writer / Lyricist / Producer: @mcr.creates Production Assistant: @elliebowles_ 1st AD @rileymac_ad20 AD @cerise_kellie_ 1st AC’s @alyssalee____ @clarawjt 2nd AC: @aka.squirrelll Sound: @domkerschsound Sound / Art assist: @horheyology Gaffers: @marcelbreedfilm @smooth.autofocus LX assist: @annika_willcocks Gaffer assist: @michael.assoud Editor / wrangler: @martinponferrada Make up hair: @kim_audrey_ @makeup_byindigo Costume: @j_ma_actress Continuity: @_albertlocke_ Stand by Props: @jacintayardin Runners: @levi.oreel @ru.muyco BTS photographer: @iia.ph Talent: @tahliacrinis @curtisfinch.music @robraycmusic @tommyropati @the_lopez_life @premasmith @kelliba @webberdeborah @mik_volikas #music #soundtrack #film #myinnerchild #creatives @myinnerchild_film You Are Worthy written by Michelle Rouady & Curtis Finch Song produced & mix mastered by @jonofernandezproduction

And don’t you dare put up your walls, too afraid that you might fall. You’re worthy…..So much to be grateful for right now. Feeling very supported and I just know in my deepest heart, that this story is already having an impact. Thank you to those who have stayed by my side as we near the end of production. I appreciate your support and encouragement. Song: You Are Worthy - Written by @mcr.creates & @curtisfinch.music Produced by @jonofernandezproduction for the @myinnerchild_film Screen grab from film day 16. Cinematographer: @calumstewartdop Director: @mazdlo19 Lighting: @smooth.autofocus #fear #youareworthy #production #myinnerchild #film

Super excited to be collaborating on a couple of music videos this year with the talented @curtisfinch.music Song 1: Illusion. Song 2: You are worthy. For the @myinnerchild_film music soundtrack & film. #music #musicvideo #soundtrack #film #myinnerchild

So close to the finish line now! Some bts from our latest @myinnerchild_film shoot day. Photography credit @iiahere #myinnerchild #featurefilm #production

I won’t lie, committing your mind, body and soul to a feature film isn’t easy work. Do I feel like I have something to prove to myself, for perhaps not going to university or having the opportunity to complete school? This little bookworm girl, once lost in everyone else’s stories, now has a chance to share her own, hoping to strike a chord, so perhaps others don’t feel unsure and alone, in this sometimes unpredictable world? Hard to believe, but I do consider myself an introvert, I have a very small handful of close friends that truly know me and I do like it that way, along with mostly preferring my own company. I find myself sometimes questioning, wondering: Why are you putting yourself out there, under this pressure? In hindsight, I believe it’s deeper than that, it’s knowing, I perhaps resonated, could mentor someone that needed guidance, contributing in some way by giving others opportunities. There’s also a catharsis happening throughout this, perhaps a release from my past, as we near the end of our filming block, learning so much about myself and maturing in the process. Learning to accept who I am, stop being a people pleaser and be happy with what I have achieved, releasing the imposter syndrome and to stop chasing the next big thing. Contentment. Just be. You’re ok where you are. Some great advice from a friend this week, your film; your legacy will outlive you, it’s a part of you, left behind. A piece of you, shared with the world. Only a few more days of filming left, one step closer to sharing my story….. @myinnerchild_film Break-Away - Written by 🙋‍♀️ Performed by - @nicola_desensi 📸 @iiahere

“Was time to rebel and kick your own goals” Absolutely stoked to have these powerhouse actors play members of my family in @myinnerchild_film Filming a special scene with them all this week! @tahliacrinis (Frankie) @karinasamanthasummers (Young Barbara) @bridgetdavey_ (Hannah) @madison_ruby_s (Michelle’s inner child) #filmfamily #character #innerchild #film #production Glow: Written by @mcr.creates Artist: @holleyjames_ Song Producer / mix master : @jonofernandezproduction