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Documenting Humanity: Julie Cohen's films on RBG, Intersex Lives, and Israel-Gaza
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Award-winning documentary filmmaker Julie Cohen joins us to share her insights and experiences from a remarkable career that spotlights pivotal social issues.
Known for her powerful films including the Emmy-winning "RBG" and the thought-provoking "Every Body" Julie discusses her journey into documentary filmmaking, and her collaborative process with co-director Mo Husseini on their upcoming film "The Path Forward," which explores the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through the lens of shared humanity and the quest for peace. Our conversation dives into Julie's previous documentaries, the importance of storytelling in understanding complex social issues, and the need for compassion and dialogue in today's polarized world. Press play for an insightful discussion that highlights the power of documentary film to foster understanding and inspire change.
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2024 Montclair Film Festival
This year’s Montclair Film Festival runs from October 18th through 27th and features over 100 films, events, panels, and celebrity conversations. Tickets go on sale to Montclair Film Members on September 30 and the general public on October 4. Find out more and get tickets at montclairfilm.org. You won’t want to miss it.
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Chapters
1. Documentary Filmmaker Julie Cohen Interview (00:00:00)
2. Journey to New Jersey (00:09:01)
3. Evolution From Radio to TV Documentaries (00:16:27)
4. Weaving Old and New Stories (00:25:16)
5. Cross-Cultural Documentary Collaboration (00:30:53)
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