Today, we started filming in Cincinnati for my film, the Rebirth of Over-the-Rhine. Since co-producer Joe Brinker is back in the country from East Central Europe, our pace has really picked up. And local filmmaker, our partner Melissa Godoy, has been a joy to work with. The film aims to chronicle the renaissance of Cincinnati’s historic district through the experiences of some of its most committed, creative, and inspiring residents.
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USAID: Global Development Commons
Wrapped a short film for USAID today. It focused on the Global Development Commons, which is what they call a their new approach to development aid that has improved information flow and better partnerships. To tell the story, we used a documentary approach, highlighting emerging projects in West Africa centered around the agricultural value chain and in Bangladesh about disaster preparedness. What did they have in common? Technology played a big part, empowering partners to communicate better, and help people improved their lives.
World Bank Film Wrapped
I wrapped another short film project for the World Bank today. Really fascinating, and challenging job for the Global Development Learning Network. I directed remote crews in Tanzania, Mongolia, Japan, Ghana, and Nicaragua, where it was a real treat to get to know people and their work cultures. Then I wrote a script, edited, and tried to show how the GDLN is helping people connect better. The result: some interesting stories from around the world, where people have benefited in the worlds of health, private sector development, and education.