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In this episode of Documentary First, host Christian Taylor engages with filmmakers Abby Ginzberg and Christy Carpenter about their documentary “Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter.” The conversation explores Liz Carpenter’s legacy as a trailblazer in journalism and politics, the personal journeys of getting into directing, and the collaborative process of producing the documentary. They discuss the importance of storytelling, the challenges of fundraising, and the impact of Liz’s life on their own careers. In this conversation, Ginzberg and Carpenter discuss the intricacies of documentary filmmaking, focusing on budgeting, the importance of archival rights, and the challenges of music licensing. They share insights on the critical roles of archival producers and the extensive research required to gather materials.
NOW available for free to watch anywhere on PBS! In the spirit of this release being the month of March and Women’s History Month, a number of public television stations will be broadcasting Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter. In-person screenings will also be held in Texas and Tennessee. Go to https://lizcarpenterfilm.com/ to find local listings and events.
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Timecodes
00:00 Introduction to Documentary Filmmaking and Liz Carpenter
03:10 The Life and Legacy of Liz Carpenter
06:04 Abby Ginsberg’s Journey into Documentary Filmmaking
09:10 The Importance of Storytelling in Documentaries
11:59 Collaboration Between Abby and Christy
15:00 Christy Carpenter’s Background and Career
17:58 The Process of Creating the Documentary
21:11 Fundraising and Support for the Film
28:12 Funding and Budgeting for Documentaries
30:31 The Cost of Archival Rights
32:46 The Role of Archival Producers
36:27 Navigating Music Rights and Licensing
39:24 Archival Sources and Research
40:29 Crafting the Narrative: Storytelling in Documentaries
41:56 Docuview Déjà Vu Segment