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Bi weekly, we feature talented directors, insightful writers and curious thespians who are creating provocative and authentic stories that change how we think and view the world around us.
Introducing Filmmaker Martina Lee
What is unique is using art as a form of spiritual practice. I recently learned that the work that I do, doesn't just come from me, but rather through me. I think my personal responsibility is creating and protecting that flow for myself and to continue to search for collaborators that operate the same way. Being an..
Introducing Filmmaker and writer Ekwa Msangi
I couldn’t see myself reflected anywhere in my surroundings, which is especially weird growing up on the continent where everyone around you is black. So that made no sense to me and I would complain about it until my father dared me to “stop complaining and make my own films” and in defiance, I took that on..
Introducing Filmmaker and writer Haley Anderson
I want my work to be raw. My work oftentimes helps me process life. I do think a line should be drawn when vulnerability makes it impossible to do the work, the process. Otherwise, I think there’s a certain quality of work that emerges when vulnerable. You always have...
Introducing Filmmaker and writer Chloé Aktas
It was a gradual realization for me. I have always been in love with movies, but I originally intended to only be an actress. I participated in acting training from a very young age through high school. I realized that being only an actress meant giving up a lot of creative control..
Introducing Filmmaker and writer Terrance Daye
Poetry and scriptwriting actually have a lot in common. The economy of words. Reducing the most complicated and expansive of ideas into images at once recognizable yet charged. My experiences with depression led me into filmmaking. I turned to filmmaking to capture the feelings..
Introducing Filmmaker and writer Ria Tobaccowala
Films are a reflection of our diverse views on what it means to be human. With the majority of films led by male filmmakers, half our population are put in supporting roles or completely silenced. I was..
Introducing Filmmaker and writer Storm Saulter
Fresh new perspectives from people who have previously never had the platform to express them are now the most valued. It is being proven over and over again at the box office, on streaming platforms and beyond, that audiences want to discover new world's, new people, and the intricacies of their language and sound...
Introducing Filmmaker and writer Numa Perrier
In Jezebel part of this involves the sisters doing adult entertainment as young black women against the very white backdrop of Las Vegas. Making the film was thrilling and scary and touching..
Introducing Filmmaker, writer and producer Kelley Kali
I find it important for us as artists to be willing to go to those unattractive places in our storytelling to help address these often unspoken issues, hold conversations about the taboo, and hopefully, the art can be used to help begin the healing process for those who need to heal..
Introducing Filmmaker and writer Stefon Bristol
You have to be open to being honest with yourself and with others. Filmmakers are trained to be lie detectors. Not in an overt or mischievous way, but it just comes with the training. You have to learn how to elevate the subtext when making a film. And that takes honesty..
Introducing Writer, actor and Producer Coffey
One of the key lessons I've learned is that everything isn't for everybody, so pay attention to detail and accept what it is, but don't change what you..
Introducing Filmmaker Natalie Jasmine Harris
It can be quite uncomfortable to present my personal and vulnerable stories for evaluation alongside many of my classmates; many of whom tell stories about things that are completely detached from their personal lives. While this..