Dr. Arshley Emile is a Haitian-American director and award-winning cinematographer with a prolific career spanning only 8 years. After not being accepted into a screenwriting degree program, Dr. Emile pursued a degree in English literature instead. His passion and calling for filmmaking eventually resurfaced, leading him to establish a rich career in the industry while concurrently teaching middle school English.

Today, Dr. Emile is a full-time creator who has earned selections at numerous film festivals. He won Best Documentary for 2022 at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival and also received the award for Best Documentary at the Atlanta Film Festival, showcasing his exceptional talent despite his relatively short tenure in the field. Most recently, Dr. Emile directed his first feature-length film about the life of Eric Garner, which is currently in post-production. Timberhouse Films, led by Dr. Emile, focuses primarily on portraying the Black and Brown community in a positive light, aiming to dispel negative racial narratives historically perpetuated by the media and the public.

For those inspired by Arshley’s story and seeking to connect with him, please visit him online at www.timberhousefilms.com and follow on Instagram at @timberhousefilms @dr.arshleyemile