It was actually something in the back of my mind to do. I hadn't even really given it much thought. it wasn't until I went home to New York to do my (homecoming) book signing. One of my dear friends (SHOUT OUT TO VALERIE!!!) had attended my event, and we briefly talk about it, as far as my next move was concerned. You see, we had volunteered together for one of the film festivals that I was a part of (African American Women In Cinema). She was the volunteer coordinator, and I was one of their most staunchest volunteers. We met back in '03, and we've stayed in contact ever since.
Once she mentioned turning my book into a documentary, a light bulb went off. Hey...maybe there is something to this idea after all! When I first conceived it, I though that it I was being a bit egotistical and arrogant; it amounted to nothing more than shameless self promotion, at least to me. Then again, this is an issue that has been gaining a lot of momentum and recognition in recent years. Not to mention, it's not like all of us who call ourselves Afro Latino activists are really unified in our ideology, or plans of action. As it is, I have my own issues with some of those who claim/call themselves Afro Latino activists/advocates.
This is also something that would take me back to my video/film production roots. There are actually more funding choices out there, and/or ways to raise those funds (Kickstarter, IndieGogo, for instance). Plus, I have equipment of my own that I can use, and just get my hands on the additional equipment that I need to complete the project.
So I will keep you all updated on this particular idea. I need to flesh out the treatment, and then consider my plan of action from there. I also need to consider if I'm going to use any outside partners in this production. There is a lot that I have to think about, and consider.
Stay tuned.....!
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