Vivian Hua is the director of the Northwest Film Forum (NWFF) , a non-profit film and arts center dedicated to public dialogue and creative action through collective cinematic experiences. Prior to NWFF, Vivian was Communications Manager for ICANNWiki, a collaborative resource dedicated to simplifying the complex issues, policies, and players in the sphere of internet governance. Vivian was also editor in chief of REDEFINE Magazine, a print and web magazine focused on music and the arts.
Vivian got a BA in sociology focused on Law, Society & Justice. Social justice has been a central theme in Vivian's life and is reflected in the work she pursues. In 2017, Vivian released Searching Skies, a narrative short film about a Syrian refugee family. The film was screened in 50 venues across the US and accompanied by a discussion series where people could meet a Muslim person, sometimes for the first time, and ask questions.
In today's episode, we talk about Vivian's vision for the NWFF, Vivian's sudden decision to pursue film upon turning 30, and exploring social justice with film.
Quote
When I turned 30, I had a personal revelation. I spent my entire 20's supporting other peoples art … So how do I work on my own now and had a calling to do film
– Vivian Hua
Notes
- what is NWFF
- getting started in film
- divination and following signs
- typical day
- hosting film discussions
- searching skies
- current projects
- routines to recharge
- vr and film
- community and diversity at NWFF
- marketing art
Closing
- inspiration
- being inspired by the person that you're with
- surprising fact
- used to be a huge raver and gamer
- principles
- be authentic to who you are
- closing
- anyone who has a cool idea, reach out to Vivian and the NWFF
- open to random emails
Links
- NWFF
- REDEFINE
- Searching Skies
- Tessa Hulls
- Vivian's Website
- The Seventh Art Stand
- Katamari Damacy
- Searching
- Bandersnatch
Contact
- Email: hellomynameisvee@gmail.com