Black Filmmakers Matter Podcast

Talk tactics to succeed as an award-winning independent thriller and sci-fi filmmaker with Adrian Bobb.

Adrian @abobb is an award-winning writer and director based in Toronto. His films have been shown in over 50 festivals worldwide including Sitges Film Festival, Fantasia Film Festival, Seattle International Film Festival, Urbanworld Film Festival, Blood in the Snow Film Festival, Toronto After Dark, and Hollyshorts International ...

Discover the visionary world of Destinee Stewart, a multi-hyphenate director celebrated for her authentic storytelling. Destinee is dedicated to highlighting the complexities of women and BIPOC individuals through her unique blend of spirituality, humor, and acting background. Her short films, THE TRUTH OF US and BAGELS & COFFEE, have captivated audiences at festivals around the globe. In 2021, Destinee received the Cucalorus W...

Join us as we highlight the remarkable journey of Mayor Janice Kovach of Clinton, NJ. Elected in November 2011 and now serving her fourth term, Janice is a dedicated advocate for her community. In 2017, she co-founded the River Town Film Festival, a non-profit organization in Hunterdon County that celebrates the theme of community through independent films. Janice also chairs the Hunterdon County Film Commission and serves on the N...

Unlock the world of filmmaking with renowned filmmaker, producer, director, actor, and writer Lovie Johnson. Delve into Lovie's diverse background as a Nigerian/Seminole/British/Ashkenazi-Jewish artist, shaped by his upbringing as an Army brat and his experiences playing professional basketball overseas. Explore Lovie's evolution from directing music videos and socially conscious reality shows to contributing to PSAs for homeless y...

Redhawk Crescent Studios is the premier destination for fantasy multimedia! Founded by Romeo Pough, his content & channel specializes in comics, movies, web-series, and storytelling. Dive into "Redhawk Fantasy Stories" for immersive fantasy tales and audiobooks crafted by Romeo himself. Explore Romeo's creative universe with TV shows, movies, novels, fantasy erotica, and short fiction. Join his community for engaging discussion...

Discover the captivating journey of Charles Honeywood, a talented Writer/Director hailing from Chicago's south side, whose unique perspective shaped by the city's music and challenges has fueled his creative brilliance. Fluent in English and with a background in spoken word, Charles honed his filmmaking skills through the Script to Silver Screen initiative, a groundbreaking alliance for independent creators. With a knack for crafti...

Discover the inspiring journey of Andrew Garcia, an award-winning director and cinematographer from Miami, Florida. Specializing in Latin coming-of-age stories and family dramas with a docu-style approach, Andrew's recent works include "America Has an Accent," "The Sunset is Not a Permanent Home," and Puma's "The Fabric of Hip-Hop." In 2019, his film "La Piel De Ayer" was released by HBO and received accolades at the Miami Film Fes...

Filmmaking tips from Joel Smith about the importance of color in film. Joel is a New Jersey filmmaker born and raised. Currently, he is based in Tokyo. His production company specializes in short films,music videos, and commercials. His amazing work can be seen at www.onemillionjoel.com. Joel’s philosophy on content creation: “A good video is an organized one. Make it so they watch it more than once. The more personal it is the mor...

Discover the inspiring journey of Lexx Truss, a writer, director, and producer from Greensboro, North Carolina. After graduating from Point Park University's Cinema & Digital Arts program in 2015, Lexx showcased his talent at the Cannes Short Film Corner and continued to refine his craft through various freelance projects. In 2018, he won the Shore Scripts Logline Contest with his comedy short, "A Kid Named Leslie," and was dec...

Quincy Ledbetter talks about the filmmaker’s journey for black film directors. He shares his thoughts on the art of film and the filmmaking process. Quincy is a filmmaker, musician, and artist with a focus on narrative, documentary, andbranded/commercial projects—primarily as a director, writer, DP, editor, and composer. He has extensive experience as a Video Director, Producer, and Post-Production Supervisor in news and digital me...

Damien Swaby’s work has been screened at film festivals in, London, San Diego, Birmingham, Staffordshire, Reykjavik, Sacramento, Brighton, and others. He is an entrepreneurial and innovative corporate video producer/filmmaker. Incredibly driven, ambitious, grounded, and focused, Damien has aproductively creative mind and a genuine passion to get the very best out of every project. Damien is the host of the Podcast: Filmmaking Conve...

Discover the incredible journey of Joe Menendez, the Co-Executive Producer and Director behind the CW's "Kung Fu". Known for his versatile direction across TV and film, Menendez has helmed episodes of "12 Monkeys", "Queen of the South", and Nickelodeon's "Legends of the Hidden Temple". With a unique talent for bilingual storytelling, he directed Spanish-language hits like "Ladrón Que Roba A Ladrón". Joe's passion for filmmaking beg...

Join us as we dive into the illustrious career of Nickolas Duarte, a commercial director and narrative filmmaker with over 70 industry awards, including a National Addy and an Emmy. With a client list boasting names like Adidas, Nike, Pepsi, and the NBA, Nickolas has mastered the art of creating lifestyle stories that capture moments of honesty. His acclaimed scripted and documentary work has featured in Academy Award-qualifying fe...

Discover the exciting news as award-winning director Colin Francis Costello joins Hometeam, a leading global content production company named one of the “World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Fast Company. Colin, a biracial writer/director from Los Angeles, brings his rich storytelling skills and advertising expertise to Hometeam. His films and web series have screened at top festivals worldwide, earning numerous awards. With over ...

Join us as we explore the incredible journey of Arlene Russell, a talented Filmmaker Distributor Consultant with a passion for storytelling. Starting her career in sports journalism, covering teams like the Houston Astros and NBA stars, Arlene discovered her true calling in documentary filmmaking. Her debut film, "The World Famous, Debate Coach, Dr. Thomas Freeman,"highlights her dedication to real-life narratives. Today, Arlene le...

Discover the inspiring journey of Christopher Williams, a Cleveland native whose passion for filmmaking and acting began in elementary school. From participating in drama clubs to attending the prestigious New York Film Academy, Christopher's dedication to the arts has led him to create unique, out-of-the-box films. Learn about his achievements, including his first feature film, 'Dangerous People,' now streaming on Tubi, and how he...