Film for Impact

This conversation moved me — and I believe it will move you too. I had the deep joy of sitting down with  Rasool Berry , the filmmaker behind  Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom , for a rich and layered discussion about  freedom ,  identity , and the power of  storytelling  within the context of faith and culture. We explore the historical implications of slavery, the significance of  Juneteenth , an...

In this episode of Film for Impact, I got a chance to interview the amazing actress Lizette Hunter about her role in the film Hermanita and her journey as an actress and raising a family. We discuss the process of creating the film, the importance of representation and cultural authenticity, as well as the impact of storytelling. Lizette shares her experiences as a mother and how she balances her...

Have you ever wondered how film can make a REAL impact in this world? Well my next guest is the real deal. In this episode, I sit down with Mark Steenbarger, the founder and CEO of Point of View Stories, a groundbreaking film production company that creates short narrative films for therapeutic purposes. Mark shares how he drew inspiration from parables in the Bible to develop compelling story str...

In this episode of Film for Impact, I'm thrilled to be joined by my friend Dr. Jennifer Noble, a psychologist and educator specializing in marginalized communities. Together, we dive deep into the compelling film 'American Fiction' and its profound impact. Follow the journey of a frustrated novelist professor whose satirical book gets mistaken for serious literature by white publishers...

Timestamps 0:00 - Find out how I met Sarah! 00:55 - Find out who Sarah is and hear her amazing bio! 2:15 - Hear Sarah’s philosphy on the internships at Together Films 2:57 - Find out when Sarah first fell in love with films 4:41 - Sarah shares a cool little story about her musical background 5:53 - Find out how Sarah started to discover the power of film and impact 10:00 - Find out how Sarah start...

Hello, I'm so excited for today's episode of Film for Impact. Today we are talking to Lauren Sparkman Founder and Head of Ventures for Sparkland Studios. I met Lauren years ago when we worked on the award - winning film Rasheeda's Freedom Day in partnership with The Harrison Center for the Arts. From there, a beautiful friendship has sparked! Today we get to have an amazing conversatio...

In this episode of Film for Impact I talk with L.A. actor DeMark Thompson about his journey from working for the federal government to taking a leap to pursue his dreams of acting. We also talk about how journeying with his mother through a terminal cancer diagnosis catapulted him to take THE leap of faith. I know that you will be inspired by this episode if you are on a similar journey and feel a...

Welcome to this enlightening episode, where Dija engages in a captivating conversation with Moriah Miller, a fellow filmmaker and passionate film enthusiast. Join these two talented filmmakers as they delve into Moriah's inspiring journey with film, exploring the hows and whys behind her career choices. Throughout this episode, you will hear Moriah's passion for filmmaking and her experien...

Welcome to today's enlightening episode, where Dija shares valuable insights and lessons she learned from making her first documentary. Join her as she takes you through every intricate step of the documentary-making process, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her creative journey. Throughout this episode, Dija candidly discusses the highs and lows she experienced while working on her docum...

Welcome to today's enlightening episode, where Dija engages in a captivating conversation with Tijideen Rowley, a fellow actor, filmmaker, teacher, and passionate film enthusiast. Join these two talented filmmakers as they delve into Tijideen's inspiring journey with film, exploring the hows and whys behind his career choices. Throughout this episode, you will witness how both Dija and Tij...

Welcome to today's enlightening episode, where Dija takes us on a journey into the fascinating world of social impact entertainment. Have you ever come across the term "social impact entertainment" and wondered what it entails? This episode serves as a valuable resource for film enthusiasts, creators, and everyone in-between. Tune in as Dija shares her expertise, providing in-depth kno...

Welcome to the Film For Impact Podcast, formally known as Woman Behind The Lens Podcast! This season is for film maker, film lovers, and those in-between. This season will provide you with a look into Dija's love for film and so much more. The resources that you will walk away with will equip you or inspire you in your film journey! We have so much to cover this season! Some of our topics incl...

Do you have a movie idea but your'e not sure how to fund it? In this episode I will share with you what has worked for me and how I was able to fund 5 short films. Funding a project is not easy. It takes being determined and tenacious.  --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Are you a creative spirit and need some encouragement in your journey?...

How to make an impact with your film part 3 continues on from part 2 where we dove deep, like nerdy deep into how compelling stories create impact in the world. In this episode we get talk about what the next step you want to take your audience through after they see your film. Now that you've primed them to take action what should they be doing next? Well today we dive deep and figure out how...

Ever wondered how you can cast your next film or project? Well in this episode I spill all the tea on how you can prep for an audition, share your audition and attract the right talent for your project. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Are you a creative spirit and need some encouragement in your journey? Click the link to receive The Creative Sp...

How to make an impact with your film part two continues on from part one where we talked about the genre of film making that I'm a part of and a little of my story of how I got involved with social impact entertainment. In this episode we dive deep, like nerdy deep into how compelling stories create impact in the world. I hope that by learning about HOW compelling stories create change it will...

Are you someone who believes that stories can impact change? Have you thought about making a movie about something you are passionate about and wondered how you can actually make a difference with that film? Well you're in the right place! Today I'm starting a series explaining the genre of film that I am involved in that is all about making a difference! Mentioned in the episode: The Stat...

Hi I'm Dija Henry and I'm an actress, filmmaker and run a social impact entertainment company. In this episode I share with you some practical tips to help you understand what it looks like to be God's filmmaker. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Are you a creative spirit and need some encouragement in your journey? Click the link to rece...

As you go about chasing your dreams it can feel frustrating when the normal path doesn't seem to fit you. When you try to check the boxes that everyone else checks and things don't work out it can leave you confused and discouraged. I remember one day I was praying and asking God why I couldn't just do what everyone else was doing. Why did it feel so hard for me and he gave me an answe...