The GOOD DOCS Blog – Page 23

May 02, 2019

WE EXIST filmmaker Andrew Seger on making films about the LGBTQ experience

Andrew Seger discusses his new documentary WE EXIST which he made about Non-binary activist Lauren Lubin and making an LGBTQ educational tool. Interview conducted by Kara Grant. REQUEST A GOOD TALK WITH ANDREW SEGER Tell us about WE EXIST.WE EXIST -...

Feb 20, 2019

Lauren Lubin on their film WE EXIST and nonbinary activism

Athlete and activist Lauren Lubin discusses their journey to find their gender identity while helping others to find their own through the new documentary WE EXIST: Beyond the Binary. Interview conducted by Kara Grant. REQUEST A GOOD TALK WITH LAUREN LUBIN Tell...

Feb 12, 2019

THE PUSHOUTS filmmakers Katie Galloway and Dawn Valadez discuss new approaches in education to systemic racism and classism

THE PUSHOUTS filmmakers Katie Galloway and Dawn Valadez talk about how their project champions women filmmakers and disadvantaged youth. THE PUSHOUTS is an intimate story that illustrates the power of mentoring youth who are often left behind. The film introduces us to...

Jan 15, 2019

PERSONAL STATEMENT filmmakers confront education inequality & promote college access

GOOD DOCS sat down with PERSONAL STATEMENT director, producer, & cinematographer Juliane Dressner and co-director, editor, & cinematographer Edwin Martinez to discuss their student-centered filmmaking process and the growing, positive impact of peer college counseling. Interview conducted by Barbara Olachea. ...

Dec 03, 2018

Filmmakers discuss THE CORRIDOR, new documentary about a high school behind bars

Annelise Wunderlich and Richard O'Connell discuss their film THE CORRIDOR and how one county jail approaches recidivism and restorative justice through holistic education. Interview conducted by Kara Grant. REQUEST A GOOD TALK WITH ANNELISE WUNDERLICH OR RICHARD O'CONNELL Tell us a little...