The Cypher Newsroom

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Felicity Wren of ISA sits with Cypher Newsroom to discuss their programming for writers.

Taylor Shaw discusses the launch of Kickstarter's new film fund and ways to invest in storytellers.

On this episode of Cypher Newsroom, Cinema Femme’s Executive Director, Rebecca Fagerholm, and Festival Director, Emily Broderick, give the inside scoop on their upcoming Cinema Femme Short Film Festival - happening at Music Box Theater from July 17th - July 21st, 2025. 

The pair also breakdown the importance of creating spaces that propel films centering the work of women and trans/non-binary people, the growing community that Cinema Femme is cultivating, and even share some of their favorite women based films. Like, share, and subscribe now!

Follow our community and guests on Instagram: @creativecypher and @xlfilmfestival Cinema Femme: @cinemafemme_communityProduction: @morallycinfulproHost: @sweetsind

Z Cher-Aime and Zolee Griggs discuss the upcoming winning Captain Zero with Vee L Harrison.

Host: Vee Harrison

Producer: Cindy Beasley

Discuss their latest film To Live, To Die, and Live

Ryan Brockmeier discusses the evolution of Chicago Hip-Hop

Emmai describes, his film, The Ebony Canal as a love letter and a rallying cry for the protection of Black and Brown women.

George explores his inspiration and process as an independent filmmaker.

Kelley discusses the power of being the storyteller.