What happens when the subject of your art is also an artist? In this layered episode of Creativity: Uncovered, Abi Gatling speaks with filmmakers Jason and Blue Gerber about their new feature-length documentary, Dawn Dusk. The film follows designer Chellie Look as she navigates grief, creativity, and the tension between artistic integrity and running a business. But this conversation isn’t just about the story they captured – it’s also about their own creative journey bringing it to life.
Please note: This episode includes discussion of a film that contains themes of domestic violence. While these are not explored in depth, listener discretion is advised.
Tune into this episode of Creativity: Uncovered to hear about:
- The origin story of Dawn Dusk and how it evolved from a short into a feature
- How Jason and Blue discovered Chellie Look and why her story resonated
- The emotional and creative themes at the heart of the film
- What it’s like to make your first feature-length documentary
- How filmmakers stay creatively energised during a long production process
- The parallels between Chellie’s creative struggle and the filmmakers’ own process
- Crafting narrative in documentary form: the challenges and breakthroughs
- Navigating working with your partner (and others) to fulfill a creative vision
Dawn Dusk is streaming now – find out where to watch here: https://www.dawnduskfilm.com/where-to-watch
Happy listening!
xo Abi
