In this episode, Celene Beth and Grace McNally explore the complexities of documentary filmmaking, particularly when working with sensitive subjects. Grace, a Brooklyn-based director and producer known for her acclaimed work on Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey and Slay the Dragon, discusses the obstacles of filming during the COVID-19 pandemic and the unique challenges of building trust with trauma survivors- especially those who have been in a cult for their entire lives.
Grace and Celene talk about the importance of creating safe, respectful, and trauma-informed sets, sharing how these practices are vital in ensuring that both the subjects and the crew feel supported throughout the process.
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