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Joe Brewster is an American psychiatrist and filmmaker who directs and produces fiction films, documentaries and new media focused on the experiences of communities of color. Education. A native of Central Los Angeles, Joe Brewster graduated from Crenshaw High School and received a B.A. in Biology from Stanford University.
Jan 20, 2023 · Joe Brewster co-directs "Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project", a film about the iconic poet and her life, work and dreams. The film premiered at Sundance and features Taraji P. Henson as the voice of Giovanni's poetry.
Jan 13, 2024 · The married couple discuss their two films, Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project and Black Girls Play: The Story of Hand Games, which explore the cultural contributions of Black women. They share their creative process, challenges, and insights on the documentary genre.
Oct 18, 2022 · The filmmakers reflect on their 13-year project that followed two Black boys' education at a private school in New York. They discuss the challenges, rewards, and impact of their film on the education system and society.
Mar 7, 2023 · The filmmaking duo behind "Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project" have joined Range Media Partners. They are known for their documentaries that explore Black and Brown stories, such as "American Promise" and "Stateless".
Oct 18, 2013 · Joe Brewster is a documentary filmmaker who, along with his wife Michele Stephenson, made American Promise, a film about the challenges of black boys in elite schools. The film follows their son Idris and his friend Seun as they navigate The Dalton School in New York City.
Jan 27, 2023 · Joe Brewster and Michèle Stephenson delve into the poet's life in a documentary that teeters between formal experimentation and dutiful portrait.
