Brave Sprout Productions

Brave Sprout Productions Brave Sprout is a woman-owned video production house specializing in educational and documentary fil

Filiz Efe McKinney is a documentary filmmaker whose work sparks empathy and dialogue, guided by a vision for a more just and compassionate world. Rooted in her Turkish heritage, where old and new, East and West intersect, she focuses on cultivating a culture of inclusion by telling stories that challenge deep-seated biases. Filiz has directed the Anti-Bias Early Childhood Films series, which explo

res the role families and educators play in fostering anti-bias values. Families Embracing Anti-Bias Values (2024) raises the voices of families as they help their children develop positive social identities, embrace differences, and form meaningful connections. Its companion film, Reflecting on Anti-Bias Education in Action: The Early Years (2021), takes viewers into diverse classrooms, demonstrating teacher reflection on identity, context, and practice. The film earned a Northwest Regional Emmy® nomination for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and won the Silver Prize for Documentary Feature at the Social Justice Film Festival. Shaped by her multicultural experiences and education in communications and film, Filiz brings a heart-centered approach to filmmaking. She holds a Master of Communication in Digital Media, a Master of Arts in Communication Strategies and Public Relations, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Cinematography.

Excited to join 24 documentary filmmakers in the 2024 Above the Line Education Forum cohort with WashingtonFilmworks! 🎥T...
12/04/2024

Excited to join 24 documentary filmmakers in the 2024 Above the Line Education Forum cohort with WashingtonFilmworks! 🎥

This 12-week program is all about connecting with peers, growing together, and bringing undertold stories to life. Together, we’re diving into business education, industry panels, and meaningful discussions with film professionals, all while fostering a strong and inclusive creative community.

Thank you, Washington Filmworks, for championing diverse voices and creating space for emerging filmmakers. I’m honored to be part of this supportive community!

Meet the full cohort and learn more here: https://www.washingtonfilmworks.org/washington-filmworks-news/meet-the-2024-above-the-line-education-forum-cohort

Meet the 25 emerging documentary filmmakers participating in our current Above the Line Education Cohort!

“The bill that passed during the 2022 legislative session gave us the ability to serve a wider array of emerging filmmakers in Washington State,” said Executive Director Amy Lillard. “This is the first time in the organization’s history that we're able to invest in the careers of documentary filmmakers who will undoubtedly bring culturally diverse stories and perspectives to both the big and small screen.”

🔗 Dive deeper here: https://ow.ly/4XPA50Ul8f0

08/14/2023

Join us for a conversation about the award-winning film Reflecting on Anti-bias Education in Action: The Early Years, followed by a conversation with the fil...

What an inspiring post-screening discussion by Early Risers Podcast with our amazing Producer Debbie LeeKeenan. Thank yo...
08/14/2023

What an inspiring post-screening discussion by Early Risers Podcast with our amazing Producer Debbie LeeKeenan. Thank you Minnesota Public Radio for hosting our film Reflecting on Anti-bias Education in Action: The Early Years

Join us for a conversation about the award-winning film Reflecting on Anti-bias Education in Action: The Early Years, followed by a conversation with the fil...

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