The creators of “The Shepherd of the Stars" discuss the process of making a film and the inspiration behind their career path in animation.

A Q&A with the award-winning Writer and Director of "Rani," Hammad Rizvi, on the importance of diversity, representation and inclusion in media.

PBS spoke with filmmakers from this year’s Online Film Festival to get their insights into the industry. They take us through the diligent work that goes on behind the scenes to bring their films to the screen, offering helpful tips that they’ve acquired during their time on the job.

PBS spoke with filmmakers from this year’s Online Film Festival to get their insights into the industry. They take us through the diligent work that goes on behind the scenes to bring their films to the screen, offering helpful tips that they’ve acquired during their time on the job.

Co-founder of ​Small Forces​ — a pro-bono filmmaking company working to raise awareness of “small” people making big changes in their communities — Executive Producer Katie Prentiss Onsager shares insight on her background in film production and empathetic storytelling.

PBS spoke with Director and Producer Jennifer Maytorena Taylor and film subject Shane Atkinson on the making of "Redneck Muslim."

Writer, Director, Editor and Music Supervisor Marie Jamora spoke with PBS about the history behind young Filipinx DJs from California and how they inspired the creation of her film, "Flip the Record."

Writer, Producer and Director Jesse Kreitzer comes from a long line of coal miners in the Midwest. Jesse spoke with PBS about how his coal mining heritage served as the main inspiration for the film.

PBS spoke with Writer and Director Arpita Kumar about the role water and technology play in the transformation of main character Maira's relationship with her mother.

PBS spoke with Writer, Director and Producer Justin Ambrosino about how his life experience with food and loved ones has inspired his films.

PBS spoke with Filmmakers Shari Lamke and Carrie Clark about how important women coaches are to the development of female athletes and sports culture as a whole.

PBS spoke with Film Director Miguel J. Soliman about the chemistry of his actors and what went into the making of his first film.

PBS spoke with Writer and Director Paul Catalanotto about Avery Wilson's journey to define what it means to be the nation's gentleman.

After completing a 12-year filming process, Director and Producer Diana Newton reflects on her time documenting such a personal part of her family's history.