financing a film can be a puzzle. donāt hesitate to get creative or move some things around in order to get your film made. in the case of āi wish i could see heavenā, a percentage of the funds made from a HAP commercial was used as a primary source to get the film made.
"I've been writing ever since elementary school and I haven't stopped. That's my love, that's what I do: that's who the creator created me to be. That's what I love to do, and that's what I do."
š Anetria Cole | 2025 Kresge Artist Fellow, 2022 Gilda Award recipient
š¬ A film by @z.c.cunningham showcasing @humblefolkproductions
Series produced by @7cylindersstudio and Kresge Arts in Detroit. Watch the full showcase on Detroit PBS, link in bio.
Artist Bio: Anetria Cole, a distinguished playwright from Pontiac, Michigan, has garnered acclaim for her exceptional contributions to the world of arts. In 2022, she won the Gilda Award from Kresge Arts in Detroit for her outstanding achievements in live arts. In 2024, she received a recognition award from Pontiacās Golden Opportunity Club for her play, āWessen & Bagley.ā Coleās work explores the historical and modern complexities of African American life in the United States, showcasing her ability to craft compelling narratives about the African American experience.
the journey isnāt always linear. i found filmmaking through poetry. and ironically, my filmmaking career has in turn led me back to poetry years later. i thank God for the healer art is.
