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Ep 214: From West Indian Roots to Black Cinema: Curtis Caesar John

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  • Episode Summary: In this episode, we sit down with Curtis, a Filmmaker, Cultural advocate, and Executive Director of the nomadic cinema and The Luminal Theater (founded in 2015 ) to discuss his journey in the film industry. Influenced by his West Indian heritage and passion for storytelling. Curtis shares his experiences co-founding the New Voices in Black Cinema, his approach to creating spaces for Black filmmakers, and the importance of community-driven art. We also explore the significance of diverse representation in cinema and how Curtis continues to support emerging Black filmmakers through innovative platforms.
  • Key Topics Discussed:
    • Curtis's journey into filmmaking and the impact of his West Indian heritage.
    • The founding of New Voices in Black Cinema and its role in amplifying Black stories.
    • The importance of creating community-driven film spaces.
    • Curtis’s experiences as a producer of impactful documentaries.
    • The role of representation and heritage in storytelling.
      • This podcast provides valuable insights into:
        1. Cultural Influence in Creative Work: Curtis discusses how his West Indian heritage shaped his approach to filmmaking and storytelling, offering listeners a perspective on how culture can influence creative careers.
        2. Creating Inclusive Spaces in Cinema: Curtis’s experience in founding New Voices in Black Cinema sheds light on the importance of community-driven spaces that amplify underrepresented voices.
        3. Impact of Representation in Media: The conversation delves into why representation matters in cinema, providing educational value for listeners interested in diversity and inclusivity in media.
        4. Practical Filmmaking Insights: Aspiring filmmakers and producers can learn from Curtis's experiences, challenges, and successes in producing impactful documentaries and films.
        5. The Power of Community Collaboration: The episode highlights how building networks and collaborations within communities can lead to successful creative projects and events.
W: https://www.luminaltheater.org/curtiscaesarjohn
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Inhalt bereitgestellt von Damien Swaby. Alle Podcast-Inhalte, einschließlich Episoden, Grafiken und Podcast-Beschreibungen, werden direkt von Damien Swaby oder seinem Podcast-Plattformpartner hochgeladen und bereitgestellt. Wenn Sie glauben, dass jemand Ihr urheberrechtlich geschütztes Werk ohne Ihre Erlaubnis nutzt, können Sie dem hier beschriebenen Verfahren folgen https://de.player.fm/legal.
  • Episode Summary: In this episode, we sit down with Curtis, a Filmmaker, Cultural advocate, and Executive Director of the nomadic cinema and The Luminal Theater (founded in 2015 ) to discuss his journey in the film industry. Influenced by his West Indian heritage and passion for storytelling. Curtis shares his experiences co-founding the New Voices in Black Cinema, his approach to creating spaces for Black filmmakers, and the importance of community-driven art. We also explore the significance of diverse representation in cinema and how Curtis continues to support emerging Black filmmakers through innovative platforms.
  • Key Topics Discussed:
    • Curtis's journey into filmmaking and the impact of his West Indian heritage.
    • The founding of New Voices in Black Cinema and its role in amplifying Black stories.
    • The importance of creating community-driven film spaces.
    • Curtis’s experiences as a producer of impactful documentaries.
    • The role of representation and heritage in storytelling.
      • This podcast provides valuable insights into:
        1. Cultural Influence in Creative Work: Curtis discusses how his West Indian heritage shaped his approach to filmmaking and storytelling, offering listeners a perspective on how culture can influence creative careers.
        2. Creating Inclusive Spaces in Cinema: Curtis’s experience in founding New Voices in Black Cinema sheds light on the importance of community-driven spaces that amplify underrepresented voices.
        3. Impact of Representation in Media: The conversation delves into why representation matters in cinema, providing educational value for listeners interested in diversity and inclusivity in media.
        4. Practical Filmmaking Insights: Aspiring filmmakers and producers can learn from Curtis's experiences, challenges, and successes in producing impactful documentaries and films.
        5. The Power of Community Collaboration: The episode highlights how building networks and collaborations within communities can lead to successful creative projects and events.
W: https://www.luminaltheater.org/curtiscaesarjohn
  continue reading

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