Into the Black

Into the Black

Southern Exposure Film Fellowship
Year: 2019
Roles: Producer, Director, Cinematographer, Editor
Collaborators: Liza Slutskaya, Kristy Choi, Remi Escudié, Mathew Grcic

Created during a six-week Southern Exposure Film Fellowship, this short documentary was produced in partnership with The Nature Conservancy of Alabama and the Alabama River Alliance.

The film explores the essential role of prescribed fire—a controlled burning technique that mimics natural fire cycles—to maintain and restore Alabama’s native ecosystems. As the region’s population grows and habitat restoration expands, strong partnerships are increasingly vital to support this large-scale environmental work.

This project deepened my appreciation for environmental storytelling and the collaborative efforts required to protect the landscapes that define the Southeast.

OFFICIAL SELECTIONS: Wild & Scenic Film Festival, Sidewalk Film Festival, Downstream Film Festival, Georgia Documentary Film Festival