How do filmmakers discern which stories serve as conduits for impactful storytelling? It is a fine art to delve into emotional realities while infusing fictional elements to craft storylines and these CFF filmmakers give it to us straight - Cheers Aisha Evelyna, Taylor Olson, and Christopher Yip - welcome to the fest! This crafty conversation shares insights on discovering the optimal medium to create resonant, innovative, and sensitive adaptations of these intricate subject matters.