Studio D at the National Film Board, created in 1974, focused on producing films by, for, and about women. Initially funded with a budget of $100,000, it became an instrumental part of Canadian film history, eventually leading to the Academy Award-winning short documentary, I'll Find a Way, directed by Beverly Shaffer. The studio provided support and training to emerging filmmakers until its closure in 1997. It represented a unique, publicly-funded initiative in feminist cinema and revealed a significant audience interest in the issues presented by these films.
The National Film Board's Studio D was created in 1974 to make films by, for, and about women, initially supported by a budget of $100,000.
Beverly Shaffer noted that without the film board's policy, she would never have had the opportunity to become a film director.
Anne-Claire Lefaivre pointed out that the National Film Board offers quality Canadian film options, contrasting with the prevalence of American streaming services.
Kathleen Shannon pushed for and founded Studio D, which provided training and support to emerging filmmakers, highlighting feminism in film.
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