One of the most important documentaries of our time: “If the camera is predatory then the culture is predatory as well.”

“If the camera is predatory, then the culture is predatory as well.” — 2022 Documentary, Brainwashed: Sex—Camera—Power from filmmaker Nina Menkes. If you don’t know Nina Menkes or her films, then it will help to peruse her website now to get a feel for who she is and what she stands for. You can view … More One of the most important documentaries of our time: “If the camera is predatory then the culture is predatory as well.”

Revenge Inc. to play Sept. 19 at the Atlanta Underground Film Festival

COLUMBUS (OH) — Eleven One Productions has earned another film festival selection for the short film titled REVENGE INC., starring and written by Dianna Craig; directed and produced by Stephanie A. West. REVENGE INC. will play on Sunday, Sept. 19, at the 18th annaul Atlanta Underground Film Festival in Atlanta, Ga., as an Official Selection within the … More Revenge Inc. to play Sept. 19 at the Atlanta Underground Film Festival

Women Supporting Women: Julie Hinebaugh Gribben

When I started writing about #WomenSupportingWomen, my friend, Jennifer, from high school (John Glenn High School in New Concord, Ohio) reached out and said she knew the perfect gal to be featured. “Julie Hinebaugh Gribben,” she said. “She has empowered so many women…I can’t think of anyone more deserving than her to be highlighted in … More Women Supporting Women: Julie Hinebaugh Gribben

Women Supporting Women: Elizabeth Blount McCormick

“I have been given an opportunity,” said Elizabeth Blount McCormick. “And it is my duty to reach back and give another woman an opportunity as well. “ It’s a mantra that Elizabeth, owner of UNIGLOBE Travel Designers, located in German Village, lives every single day of her life. She is a rare breed of woman who … More Women Supporting Women: Elizabeth Blount McCormick

Women Supporting Women: Missy Carvour Gleason

“Strong women lift each other up.” It’s one of the first lines on Missy Carvour Gleason’s accountability group website, where she’s part of the Beachbody family of coaches. “I feel strongly about supporting other women because I believe we have been taught to be critical of ourselves and each other – sometimes to the point … More Women Supporting Women: Missy Carvour Gleason

Women Supporting Women: Sasha Levinson walking the walk

My friend Jami Cullen, a Columbus-based actress, recently sent me an article on IndieWire that was posted in our Columbus Women’s Filmmaker group, which I greatly appreciated. The article, by Kate Erbland, pointed out, yet again, that women in film continue to be sorely misrepresented in positions of power. Only eight percent of films currently set for release … More Women Supporting Women: Sasha Levinson walking the walk