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Joe Brewster. Joe Brewster is an American psychiatrist and filmmaker who directs and produces fiction films, documentaries and new media focused on the experiences of communities of color.
Nov 7, 2023 · Joe Brewster, a filmmaker and partner of Michèle Stephenson, talks about their project Going To Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project. He shares how they convinced the poet to collaborate, how they dealt with her memory loss, and how they captured her vision of the future for Black women.
Jan 20, 2023 · Joe Brewster co-directs "Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project", a film about the iconic poet and her life, work and dreams. The film premiered at Sundance and features Taraji P. Henson as the voice of Giovanni's poetry.
Joe Brewster is a documentary filmmaker who began his career as a psychiatrist, hoping to address the concerns of his clients using the art of the storyteller. Brewster co-founded the Rada...
Oct 18, 2022 · The filmmakers reflect on their 13-year project that followed two Black boys' education at a private school in New York. They discuss the challenges, rewards, and impact of their film on the education system and society.
Jan 13, 2024 · The married couple discuss their two films, Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project and Black Girls Play: The Story of Hand Games, which explore the cultural contributions of Black women. They share their creative process, challenges, and insights on the documentary genre.
Mar 7, 2023 · The filmmaking duo behind "Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project" have joined Range Media Partners. They are known for their documentaries that explore Black and Brown stories, such as "American Promise" and "Stateless".
