There were two lines that stood out to me when reading Kirsten Johnson’s Director’s Statement. “I can and will leave a place I film (a war, a refugee camp) when the people I film cannot”. “I follow stories the director I work for does not need and/or want me to follow”. These two lies spoke to me because I could relate strongly. I enjoy traveling and learning about different cultures though, in most cases, I know I have a lot of privilege. I often take those experiences and all that I have for granted. Additionally, Kirsten has a sense of ambition. She takes initiative with her work in order to produce excellent pieces. She had a drive to fund what is important and document.
