In this episode of Tash Talks Film, I got the chance to talk to filmmaker Shahd Shahroor. We discuss overcoming networking anxiety, trusting your voice as a young, female director, and rewriting cultural narratives in Western media.

Shahd shares insights into her filmmaking journey, the significance of accurate Muslim and Arab representation in media, and the story behind starting her production company, Honey Blackbird Films.

We learn more about Shahd's upcoming projects, her inspirations, and the need for balanced gender representation in cinema.

Timestamps:

00:34 Nostalgia and Local Theaters

02:49 Cinema Culture and Streaming

13:05 Rapid Fire Q&A

40:21 Networking and Building Connections in the Film Industry

43:28 Empowerment and Trusting Your Vision as a Filmmaker

47:04 The Story Behind Honey Blackbird Films

51:28 Challenging Stereotypes and Authentic Storytelling