Lights, camera, action! The world of cinema is about to witness the emergence of a formidable talent, Lisa N. Alexander, a 53-year-old Black woman who is ready to make her mark as the writer, director, and producer of the highly anticipated feature film, “My Father the Queen.” This momentous occasion not only celebrates her debut as a filmmaker but also highlights her significant contributions to her community and the industry as a whole.
Despite her late entry into the realm of feature films, Lisa N. Alexander is no stranger to the world of storytelling and visual artistry. Over the years, she has produced a plethora of award-winning documentaries that have captivated audiences and shed light on important social issues. Her commitment to helping nonprofits tell their stories and amplifying marginalized voices through moving video has solidified her reputation as a compassionate and socially conscious filmmaker.
Lisa N. Alexander’s journey serves as a testament to the transformative power of storytelling and the importance of diverse voices in the industry. Through her film and her community accomplishments, she has proven that the true magic of cinema lies not only in what happens on-screen but also in the passion, dedication, and commitment of those behind the camera. Let us celebrate Lisa N. Alexander ‘s triumphs and support her as she continues to break barriers and inspire a new generation of filmmakers.
FEMI MAGAZINE: NATASHIA BOBBITT:Congratulations on making your debut as a feature film writer, director, and producer with “My Father TheQueen”! How do you feel your experience in producing award-winning documentaries has prepared you for this new venture in screenplay writing?
Thank you! Those experiences showed me what was possible and reaffirmed my passion for telling stories through this medium. I’m forever grateful for that. Those projects proved to me that I had the skillset and ability to pull together competent teams to enact the vision I created on behalf of my clients. They honed my producing and directing skills and strengthened my storytelling muscle.
The documentary “Just One” was not initially intended to be a documentary. The client requested a promotional video for their website. After conducting research and seeing the disappointing number of views of similar videos produced by other organizations, I knew we had to approach the project differently.
When I showed the client my research and pitched the idea of a short documentary, they agreed and opened their wallet again to get it produced.
That singular experience confirmed my ability to sell and pitch ideas and create a body of work that not only won awards but is effective in telling that organization’s story.
I can create and pitch “My Father The Queen” because of that experience.
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