Our guest today is Dorothy Atabong

Born in Cameroon, West Africa, Dorothy moved to the US as young woman. After graduating university as a biochemist in Michigan she moved to New York to study acting at the Neighbourhood Playhouse. She eventually settled in Toronto Canada where, among her TV and stage credits, she produced, directed, and starred in the multiple international award-winning short film Sound of Tears – a story inspired by honour killings.  The film screened at over 35 film festivals worldwide. Her screenplays are also garnering attention and winning awards. In addition to being featured in the media from the UK to Africa, Dorothy is currently being mentored by legendary Film Director, and two-time Oscar nomimee Atom Egoyan.

In our discussion, Dorothy talked about how her acting gave birth to her voice as a writer and the many stories that she desires to tell.