My name is Eric Baham. I am an aspiring director who would love to pursue a career in the film industry. I am told by many that I have a very creative mind – a mind that wonders beyond what is considered normal. My stories, visions, concepts, and films can tend to be very abstract, as well as having every intention of leaving some scenes up to interpretation. Interpretation is a powerful tool that I love to utilize in all my projects. It keeps the story interesting and allows the viewer to become part of the experience.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
If I were to become a big name Director in the future, my movies would be carefully made with high contrast visuals and perfect sound design. Those factors are incredibly important to me.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
I had a very nice dinner with my girlfriend, Juliette, at Café de Olla on Myrtle. I’m a big fan of their tacos! My family also loves to go to 38 Degrees just off of Myrtle. They have a very nice selection of food and have amazing calamari.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community? Tell us about your favorite memory or experience living in Monrovia.
I have lived in Monrovia for almost 17 years now. I’ve grown to be quite fond of the people and the Friday festivities.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
I would love to visit Marseille in France. The reason for that is because that is where Juliette’s family is from. I’ve known their family for some time now, and they really want to take me there to see their second home.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies of all time? Do you have a favorite TV show or shows?
My heart will always have a soft spot for Wall-E. I have loved that movie my entire life. It is perfectly romantic, and the sci-fi dystopian visuals are right up my alley.
Q: What advice would you give to people? Do you have a Life Lesson quote?
I do not have an answer to this question yet! I don’t believe I am old enough nor wise enough to make such a statement.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Something I have wanted to do for years is be able to raise $1,000,000 for charity in a single day. I really hope one day I can achieve that.
Q: What is your go to band when you can’t decide what music to listen to?
Pink Floyd. No hesitation. I absolutely love that psychedelic rock band.
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative, with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
I wish I could sit down and talk with a YouTuber named Markiplier. He is currently making his directorial debut and I am always inspired by his art of storytelling.
Q: What is your favorite thing about Monrovia or something unique about our community that you like?
My favorite thing about Monrovia are the Friday festivals we have. There are so many unique shops to purchase from.
Q: Sometimes our mistakes can be our greatest teachers. Can you share a story about the funniest mistake you’ve ever made?
The funniest mistake I’ve ever made was pouring myself cereal late at night and noticing there is no milk. So I took this unfortunate opportunity to try using water. Long story short, the first bite was surprisingly okay. Every bite after that was absolutely awful.
Q: Even for friends or family, what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I am the founder of a clothing brand called Fennec whose goal is to supply businesses, bands, and entrepreneurs with merchandise products.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
I went to Kauai over the summer, and the landscape there is stunning.
Q: What do you consider your greatest achievement?
My greatest achievement so far is the creation of my newest film Multicellular. It took numerous hours to develop that idea.
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
A chocolate chip cookie Pizookie with vanilla ice cream from BJ’s. Delicious.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My parents every single day who continue to push me in the direction that will without a doubt improve my future.
Q: If you could inspire a movement that would bring the most amount of good to the greatest amount of people, what would that be?
I think that raising more awareness about mental health is vital to our population. We should help those who need it so that we can end this plague.
Q: Finally, what three character traits come to mind when you think of your success in life?
I think of creativity, inspiration, and storytelling.
