Your Story, Your Superpower: with Screenwriter Kale Futterman (Ginny & Georgia)
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Screenwriter Kale Futterman is penning the perspectives of Black and Biracial characters in her work, including the global hit, Ginny & Georgia, available on Netflix. In addition to her impressive resume in screenwriting, working as a writer right now also means advocating for fair compensation and joining other artists on strike. Today Kale takes a break from the picket lines to discuss the future of storytelling and share what’s at stake if negotiations aren’t made. Listen as Kale shares:
- How to her own experience being a Biracial women allowed her to lend her voice to Ginny & Georgia
- How writing helped her find her voice and hone her own perspective
- What she’s interested in seeing on screen
- Why it’s important to have a diverse writers room at all levels
- What’s at stake for writers of color during this time
- How to make your story your superpower
- Ways to support the artists currently on strike
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