Posts filed under 'Artist'

Meet WeOwnTV youth filmmaker Tyson. In this introduction interview with the WeOwnTV team, Tyson outlines the epic filmmaking endeavor he accomplished in his village. First, he convinces his neighbors to “invest” in the production; then he writes a village movie, centered on culture and custom; and finally he directs the art production—traditional African dress—and the filming of a feature-length narrative film. He describes the pride his village takes in sharing in the filmmaking process.

Meet WeOwnTV filmmaker and mentor, Barmmy Boy. A natural and charismatic leader Barmmy engages his peers in creative collaboration. An already accomplished musician and filmmaker, he exemplifies the talent and potential of his generation. Aware of the impact film can have on his generation in visualizing a positive future and sharing images and stories of Sierra Leone with the world, Barmmy is committed to serving as a role model for his peers and creating as a musician and filmmaker.

Meet WeOwnTV youth filmmaker Ibrahim Sorie Sesay. Coming to the WeOwnTV program as an experienced director and writer in community theater, Ibrahim describes how he has already gained great value as an artist and is committed to continuing to learn and develop his skills. Filmmaking is a new medium in which to explore his stories and he is very much looking forward to this new endeavor.