The Power of Diversity in Filmmaking w/ Hisonni Mustafa

Welcome back to The Film Dept. Podcast!In this class our hosts had the opportunity to speak with Emmy Winner, Tyler Perry Dreamers Fellow and UNLV Film student Hisonni Mustafa about the significance of diversity programs for emerging filmmakers. These include the Commercial Directors Diversity Program, the Tyler Perry Dreamers Collective, the Veterans Writers Project, Rideback Rise and more!Interested in any of these programs? Follow the links provided below:Commercial Directors Diversity Program: https://www.cddprogram.org/Tyler Perry Dreamers Collective: https://tylerperrystudiosdreamcollective.com/Veterans Writers Project: https://www.wgfoundation.org/programs/the-veterans-writing-projectRideback Rise: https://www.ridebackrise.org/Key Figures mentioned:Paul Redford, Writer https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0714864/Mary Lou Belli, Director https://www.amazon.com/Directors-Tell-Story-Bethany-Rooney/dp/1138948470Chapters00:00 Introduction to Filmmaking Journey01:04 Early Inspirations and Filmmaking Beginnings09:20 The Evolution of Perspective in Filmmaking17:36 Development Programs and their Impact25:20 The Importance of Community and Mentorship30:12 Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring FilmmakersWatch this episode (and all previous episodes) on UNLV College of Fine Arts Podcasts:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgbLVA87WVDTKLP095pINKBeHXSe6brRnEmail us: [email protected] Credits:HOSTS - Lex de Asis, Matthew Trudeau, Robby BakerPRODUCERS - Tom Bjelic, Sam DeckerPRODUCERS - Vance Mellen, Theresa TwaEXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY - Adam Paul, Roudi BoroumandPRODUCTION COORDINATORS- Isa Privetera, Tatyana Odobasic-CuevasSOUND CREW - Brandon Aguilar, Hunter Cole, Marcie GentileKEY GRIP- William StanfieldEDITORS - Molly Bilbray-Axelrod, Asher GardunoFor The Beverly:Kip Kelly, Founding Creative Director | Chief Experience OfficerAlexi Harber, General ManagerIvy Ergunes, Marketing ManagerTo read the hosts' reviews, head over to: https://thefilmdeptpodcast.substack.com/Once again, The Film Department has teamed up with the mad geniuses of The Beverly Theater. Imagined by The Rogers Foundation, The Beverly Theater brings cinematic connectivity, novel collaborations, live happenings, cultural portals, and a zest for independent spirits to DTLV. With a mission to stage uncommon cinematic, literary, and live experiences, The Beverly Theater is Las Vegas’ first and only independent film house, storytelling arena, and live music venue.For the latest screenings and events at The Beverly, visit thebeverlytheater.com The Film Department Podcast is supported by UNLV Film.At the film department of the University of Nevada Las Vegas, every story has a beginning.With degree programs for undergraduates and graduates, state of the art equipment and facilities, incredible professional internships around the world, and expert guest speakers, students discover the power and potential of cinema as they prepare for the film and television industry… and beyond.Learn more at UNLV.EDU/FILM UNLV Film. Find your voice. Tell your story.