Independent Lens
Ratified
Ratified brings to life the push to add the Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution through the legal battle in Virginia—the final state needed to ratify the amendment.
The Colorline Diaries
In The Colorline Diaries, filmmaker and cinematographer Asha Stuart embarks on a journey to explore the untold facets of the Black experience.
- Length
- 5 episodes x 10 minutes
- Funding Initiative
- Short-Form Open Call
Producer/Director
Asha Stuart
Asha Stuart is a filmmaker dedicated to exploring sociocultural themes, with a focus on marginalized communities, environmental challenges, and women’s rights. She has filmed in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Her work has been featured by National Geographic, CNN, PBS, TIME, and other leading platforms.
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The Film
In this five-part short documentary series, filmmaker and cinematographer Asha Stuart embarks on a personal journey, capturing untold stories from Louisiana, Georgia, Mississippi, and Ghana. Through imagery and human moments, each episode explores the cultural and social realities that shape Black lives today. The Colorline Diaries invites viewers into an exploration of the Black American experience.
