Congratulations to FRONTLINE on an Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary Feature for “20 Days in Mariupol.” A collaboration with the Associated Press, the film is a powerful, first-person view of the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, told through the perspective of Ukrainian filmmaker and AP video journalist Mstyslav Chernov. The film is available to stream free on FRONTLINE’s YouTube channel and in the PBS App.
Today, "20 DAYS IN MARIUPOL," the feature documentary from the GBH documentary series FRONTLINE PBS and The Associated Press was nominated for an Academy Award® in the Documentary Feature Film category! This incredible film is a first-person view of the beginning of the war in Ukraine, told through the perspective of Ukrainian filmmaker and AP video journalist Mstyslav Chernov Stream it now at the link below. #Oscars#publicmedia#journalism
Why Ukrainian cinema captures the world's attention: a blend of unique experience and professionalism.
Despite the challenges of war, the Ukrainian film industry showcases remarkable resilience and creative potential. Today, our film crews work in conditions where pauses due to bombing threats have become part of the regular workflow. However, these obstacles have only strengthened the professionalism and endurance of Ukrainian filmmakers.
The process of halting production due to air raid alarms, taking brief shelter, and then returning to work is the new reality of our filmmaking. Yet, it is this very experience - combining extreme conditions with a deep understanding of art - that makes Ukrainian films and scripts particularly valuable to international audiences.
Ukrainian filmmakers have gained a unique life experience, supported by a high level of professional skill. This combination allows them to create content distinguished by its depth, emotional impact, and originality.
Ukrainian directors and screenwriters today have the potential to amaze global audiences. And it is this unique experience we offer to the world - not just cinema, but art born out of resilience. Ukrainian cinema can captivate international viewers with its authenticity, intensity, and fresh perspective.
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Award Winning Filmmaker | Pan African Warrior-Scribe | Empowers African Filmmakers To Leverage The Visual Medium For Ideological and Financial Freedom | Author | Communications & Media Specialist | Writer | Nomad
Making films in Africa isn't easy, but by sharing our knowledge with each other we can make the journey so much easier for the collective!!
In that spirit;
If you've ever dreamed of creating a documentary that amplifies voices, challenges stereotypes, and sparks social change, this guide is for you. Whether you're just starting out or working with limited resources, the practical steps in this comprehensive guide, based on "Docie-Warrior: Your 10-Day Guide to Documentary Filmmaking," will empower you to turn your vision into reality.
From concept development to pitching your film at festivals, this guide covers it all—complete with real-world examples and strategies to help you overcome budget constraints.
Ready to dive into your first documentary? Check out the full post and start crafting stories that resonate far beyond the screen. 🎬✨
link: https://lnkd.in/dnjq3CHk#DocumentaryFilmmaking#AfricanCinema#Storytelling#SocialChange#Filmmakers
The On Screen Report examines the employment of women-identifying and non-binary key creatives in Canadian publicly funded English-language live action and documentary television series and feature films. This report includes 234 English-language television projects: 127 drama series and, new for this report, 107 documentary series, funded by CMF for production in 2019-2020 (referred to as 2020) and 2020-2021 (referred to as 2021). This report also includes 653 English-language film development projects and 127 English-language film production projects that received Telefilm Canada funding in 2019-2020 (referred to as 2020) and 2020-2021 (referred to as 2021). In total, 5,919 credits were reviewed, 1,721 of which went to women and gender diverse creatives.
Read the Report on the #CreativeEquityRoadmap: https://lnkd.in/eKasjFjU
📽International Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker/ 👨🏫Co-Founder and COO, Ascendance/ ⌨️Prestige 40 Under 40 Honoree 2024/ 🎖Diana Award 2019 Recipient/ 🎟Toronto Film School Alumni /🏆 Top 50 Asia Young Talents
Things I learned from directing an international award-winning documentary film.
1. People connect with things emotionally.
Wanted: Shades of Life was produced on a micro-budget, with only a few shooting days, and very little resources in our hands.We managed to hit more than 30+ media appearances, we screened our film at the University of Pennsylvania, at Bursa Malaysia Knowledge Centre, in schools across the country, and even at a premiere event for over 200+ audiences.
Here I was thinking that I needed a huge budget, tons of fancy gear, and a big team of producers when all I needed were 4 people, 2 standard cameras, and a great, emotionally resonant story to tell. The way audiences responded is a testament to that.
2. The stories we choose to tell matter.
I've been making videos since I was 15, and like most amateur filmmaking enthusiasts, I could have easily opted for a rom-com, or a low budget horror film, or many short films about Gen Z relationships and so forth, but I chose to tell stories of ordinary people who live extraordinary and meaningful lives. The reason is simple. This is the beauty of everyday life. People are far more nuanced than how we portray them to be. It's really hard, but they put a huge smile on their face and show up the next day. Hasn't that fascinated you?
3. A Films Impact Lies More Than It's Box Office Returns
Yes I say this because our film didn't get a distribution deal, and yes we'd love to sell the film to networks, but looking back at the impact this film has made, I'm happy to say that we hit the marks we wanted to hit, and we've learned valuable lessons that will help us on our next production.
The subject of our documentary, Genkeswaran, and his venture, Chess Master Journey has grown so much more thanks to the impact that this film has brought on. We've had Gen Z audience who would never watch documentaries come up to us and say that they are more interested to watch documentaries now!
My goal for this film was to show it to at-risk students, people who would like a second chance in life, and those who are feeling stuck. I've had people come up to me and say that this film brought a smile to their faces, and they feel more motivated to go out and boldly pursue their interests.
4. The Next Film will be so much more amazing!
As a filmmaker pursuing my goals to tell meaningful real stories, the process of making, marketing, and releasing the film on YouTube has taught me valuable lessons on content production. I believe these lessons will make a difference for the next film we're making.
Wanted: Shades of Life is my way of sharing a personal story that can connect, inspire, and resonate with audiences. I believe our strength comes in our ability to bring out, and shape the story in ways that audiences will resonate with.
You can watch Wanted: Shades of Life ft. Genkeswaran Muniyan on YouTube now to see how we've done this for Gen!
🎬 Creative Scriptwriter & Film Director🎥 | Film/Content Reviewer | Zambia Film Blogger | Entrepreneur | Film Producer | Film Marketor/Promoter and Advertisor
Imagination to reality.
Are Gatekeepers and Cartels Holding Back Zambian Filmmakers?
Jessie Chisi recently posted, "The only talent some people have is gatekeeping," while Raphael Nyirenda asked, "If all Zambian filmmakers are victims of cartels, who are the cartel members?"
These two active filmmakers—Jessie Chisi, who often works abroad, and Raphael Nyirenda, one of the most active filmmakers in Zambia—raise important questions.
Is there a connection between gatekeeping and cartels in the Zambian film industry? Are these posts addressing the same issue or opposing views?
As members of the Zambian film community, it's crucial to reflect on these points and work towards a more collaborative and open industry. What are your thoughts?
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NEW: Lavish propaganda films may seem like a relic of the past, but our new investigation shows there are still people in Hollywood willing to produce glitzy documentaries to soften the rough edges of dictators.
Just ask Oscar-winning director Oliver Stone and filmmaker Igor Lopatonok. In 2021 the filmmaking duo produced a fawning documentary on Kazakh ruler Nursultan Nazarbayev — for which they were quietly paid at least $5 million in funds from Nazarbayev’s foundation.
Now, leaked documents suggest Stone may have initially agreed to participate in another documentary with Lopatonok, one that would see him interviewing Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko. Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine appears to have put a stop to Stone’s involvement.
Lopatonok also drew up pitches for a Stone interview with Azerbaijani ruler Ilham Aliyev, and additional synopses for a film praising the record of Turkey’s strongman leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
The leaks reveal Lopatonok’s lucrative film formula: bolster dictators’ reputations in return for a hefty payday, with Stone as the star interviewer.
https://lnkd.in/gYTp3rvS#propaganda#dictator#Ergodan#Lukashenko#imagewashing#film#belarus#azerbaijan#turkey#disinformation#filmmakinglife
NEW: Lavish propaganda films may seem like a relic of the past, but our new investigation shows there are still people in Hollywood willing to produce glitzy documentaries to soften the rough edges of dictators.
Just ask Oscar-winning director Oliver Stone and filmmaker Igor Lopatonok. In 2021 the filmmaking duo produced a fawning documentary on Kazakh ruler Nursultan Nazarbayev — for which they were quietly paid at least $5 million in funds from Nazarbayev’s foundation.
Now, leaked documents suggest Stone may have initially agreed to participate in another documentary with Lopatonok, one that would see him interviewing Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko. Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine appears to have put a stop to Stone’s involvement.
Lopatonok also drew up pitches for a Stone interview with Azerbaijani ruler Ilham Aliyev, and additional synopses for a film praising the record of Turkey’s strongman leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
The leaks reveal Lopatonok’s lucrative film formula: bolster dictators’ reputations in return for a hefty payday, with Stone as the star interviewer.
https://lnkd.in/gYTp3rvS#propaganda#dictator#Ergodan#Lukashenko#imagewashing#film#belarus#azerbaijan#turkey#disinformation#filmmakinglife
Film making in Africa has a rich and diverse history, spanning several decades. Here's a brief overview:
- 1920s-1950s: Early filmmaking in Africa was largely dominated by colonial powers, who produced films that often perpetuated stereotypes and reinforced colonial narratives.
- 1960s-1970s: With the advent of independence, African filmmakers like Ousmane Sembène (Senegal) and Souleymane Cissé (Mali) began producing films that showcased African perspectives and stories.
- 1980s-1990s: The introduction of video technology made filmmaking more accessible, leading to a surge in productions from countries like Nigeria (Nollywood) and Ghana.
- 2000s-present: African cinema has continued to evolve, with filmmakers like Haile Gerima (Ethiopia), Abderrahmane Sissako (Mauritania), and Wanuri Kahiu (Kenya) gaining international recognition. #filmarena
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