In the latest episode of Commissioned to Create, hosts Shivawn Mitchell and her guest Brandy Anderson discuss southern storytelling and their experience at the Southern Documentary Fund Convening. Budding filmmaker Brandy navigates the complexities of Southern storytelling and her responsibility to represent her community, while discussing the importance of community, truth, and heart in the documentary filmmaking industry.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Uncover the valued impact of Southern storytelling and genuine representation in the media.
- Immerse yourself in the complicated interplay between history, culture and media interpretation.
- Realize the benefits of fostering community, rather than competition, in the film industry.
- Grasp the crucial importance of diverse and multifaceted narratives in storytelling.
- Emphasize the urgent need for financial support and resources for future storytellers.
Meet Brandy, a budding filmmaker and talented content creator who knows a thing or two about authentic storytelling. With a background in exploring local restaurants and working behind the scenes in TV, Brandy brings a unique perspective to the craft. Her passion for Southern storytelling shines through as she embraces her roots and encourages others to do the same. As a guest on the podcast, Brandy discusses the importance of staying true to one's authentic self and the impact this has on media representation.
Meet Shivawn, the author of two Books, Producer of Podcasts and owner of SM Productions + Create Beyond Sunday. After attending film school for screenwriting Shivawn assisted in developing and implementing the visual brand and identity of many businesses. Since committing to her filmmaking career she has gone on to work on production teams that have won the accolades of the “Official Winner of Women’s Only Entertainment Film Festival, Top Indie Film Award and more.” Shivawn is the recipient of the 2021 ACHI Magazine Playwright of the Year and nominated for Podcast of the Year 2022. Her work has been seen on PBS, Essence Festival, Amazon Prime and more.
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