Personal Brand Lessons

Women in film, branding for women

If you don’t control your narrative, someone else will—or worse, it won’t be told at all.

020 Jezabel Montero

During this episode Filmmaker Jezabel Montero spoke about her journey as a young, blond, Latina actress who couldn’t find work because she didn’t fit the stereotypical image of a Latin female.

019 – Love, Boom, Bap

Join us for a wonderful and inspirational conversation with first-time filmmakers Lenyx Rose and Nwabisa Tolom.

018 Deana Williams

In this Facebook Live interview Director Deana Williams discusses how she was able to followed her dream to be a successful filmmaker.

013 Hanelle Culpepper

Join WIFF Founder Yvonne McCormack Lyons & TV/Film Director Hanelle Calpepper for a live discussion about Breaking Down Barriers in Hollywood.

011 Christina Kallas

Christina is a transnational New York-based feature writer and director. Her films have been at the prestigious Slamdance Film Festival and the Moscow International Film Festival. During this episode we discuss insights into Independent Filmmaking, and her latest projects.

010 Erica Linney

Award-winning Television Producer and Writer Erica Linney speaks with Yvonne about learning how to “Follow Your Peace.” Listen in and gather some insights on the true meaning of success.

014 – Francesca Andre

Award-winning filmmaker and photographer Francesca Andre is known for creating rich and opulent work, tackling the complexities of life. During our conversation, Francesca spoke about her evolution from still photography to cinematography and directing films.

021 Academy Award Nominee Alice Elliott

Academy Award Nominated Documentary filmmaker Alice Elliott joins WIFF-TV Founder Yvonne McCormack Lyons for a Reel Moments discussion about Alice’s films which have been presented in over 100 film festivals as well as on HBO and PBS.