Sista Brunch
Sista Brunch
TruJuLo Productions
Empowering Storytelling at Essence Film Festival with Adetoro Makinde
7 minutes Posted Aug 5, 2024 at 3:12 pm.
Welcome to the Essence Film Festival
Meet Adetoro Makinde
The American Can: A Hurricane Katrina Biopic
Challenges and Triumphs in Filmmaking
Financing Independent Films
The Importance of E&O Insurance
Wrapping Up with Adetoro Makinde
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Join host Fanshen Cox in a special episode of Sista Brunch recorded live from the Essence Film Festival. Fanshen interviews Adetoro Makinde, a writer, director, and producer, about her screenplay 'The American Can,' which tells the compelling story of a recon marine veteran's heroic actions during Hurricane Katrina. 
The discussion explores the challenges of filmmaking, securing financial backing, creative control, and important industry terms like Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance. 
Adetoro shares her experiences navigating both Hollywood and independent film routes to bring this significant narrative to life.