Turning Discomfort Into Direction: Janeen Talbott on Filmmaking

Описание: Janeen Talbott is a multidisciplinary creative whose path into filmmaking was shaped by curiosity, service, and a deep respect for storytelling. From early creative encouragement at home to experiences that challenged how representation shows up on screen, her work is rooted in lived experience and thoughtful process.

In this episode, Janeen shares how her journey through journalism, the Peace Corps, and film school led her to filmmaking, along with how community, color, and audacity continue to guide her creative work.

Topics Covered:
00:00 Creative roots, Jamaican heritage, and early encouragement
04:45 Peace Corps in Ethiopia and discovering the power of representation
07:30 Film school, finding her voice on set, and choosing filmmaking
10:50 Independent filmmaking, crowdfunding, and sharing the process
17:35 Painting, color, and the National Battle of the Bands artwork
52:15 Advice for creatives and leading with audacity

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