Robert Carter Is Centering Black Possibility—One Image at a Time
When Robert Carter picks up a camera, it’s not just to document—it’s to imagine. To expand. To conjure Black possibility into something tangible.
Aaron Brokenbough Jr.
Aaron Brokenbough is a Philly filmmaker, producer, and writer covering community, culture, and storytelling. He produces award-winning films and develops projects like Redefining Safety, highlighting Black, queer, and immigrant voices.
Rachael Moton Is Crafting the Future of Dark Comedy — And She’s Doing It Her Way
In an indie film landscape where resources are scarce and the path forward is rarely linear, Rachael Moton is forging her own way — and she’s doing it with gut-punch honesty, bold humor, and a sharp lens on the systems we’re all tangled in.
Matthew Law’s Soundtrack of Togetherness: The Revival of Friends and Family
Philadelphia has always been a city of deep musical roots, and Matthew Law is one of its torchbearers, blending the old with the new, the underground with the celebrated.
Elizabeth “Lizzie” Steiner: Redefining the Harp for the Modern Era
Elizabeth “Lizzie” Steiner is not your traditional harpist. With a career that seamlessly bridges classical, contemporary, and pop music, she has become one of the most sought-after musicians in her field.
Joseph Earl Thomas: Writing with Blood, Nerve, and Unbearable Beauty
Few writers capture the raw essence of coming-of-age with as much intensity and lyricism as Joseph Earl Thomas.
The Producer’s Producer: How Lorna Miller Is Building a More Inclusive Film Industry, One Set at a Time
Lorna Miller didn’t just fall into producing — she manifested it.
Emilio Maldonado: The Seeker’s Craft
Emilio Maldonado doesn’t call himself an artist—he is a seeker.
Gabe Castro: Using Horror to Entertain, Educate, and Empower
Philly-based Latiné artist Gabe Castro uses horror to challenge social norms, build community, and expand the genre’s possibilities.
Embracing the Unconventional: A Conversation with Simone Holland
Simone Holland’s journey through the film industry has been anything but linear. From the start, she made one thing clear: her career path didn’t follow a traditional trajectory, and she’s all the better for it.
Chisom Chieke: Telling Diasporic Stories with Heart
Chisom Chieke is a Philly-based filmmaker and storyteller, uses her work to explore love, identity, and growth within diasporic communities. A second-generation Nigerian-American, she’s all about creating narratives that feel real, raw, and full of heart.
Gran Varones: Louie Ortiz-Fonseca and a Decade of Documenting Queer Latinx Stories
For the past decade, Louie Ortiz-Fonseca has been amplifying the voices of Black and Brown queer communities through Gran Varones, a digital storytelling project blending personal narratives with pop culture history.
Kyra Knox: The Impact Producer Redefining Storytelling
Kyra Knox is a filmmaker whose work is driven by purpose. As an award-winning impact producer and director, she has dedicated her career to telling stories that matter—stories that challenge perceptions, uplift voices, and spark meaningful change.
Patrice and Garry: Advocates for Marriage Equality and a Future Without Penalties for People with Disabilities
As Garry aptly puts it, “It’s not just about us, it’s about everyone who deserves to love freely and without fear of losing everything.”
Dolio the Sleuth: Bridging Bluegrass, Hip-Hop, and Storytelling
Lawrence Durant, better known as Dolio the Sleuth, is a dynamic artist whose music defies categorization.
Wi-Moto Nyoka: Redefining Horror and Sci-Fi Through Inclusive Storytelling
While mainstream media often marginalizes diverse voices, Wi-Moto Nyoka is carving out a vibrant space for BIPOC artists in horror and science fiction.