Donari Braxton facts for kids
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| Birth name | Donari Najaro Braxton |
| Born | November 11, 1982 |
| Occupations | Writer / director |
| Years active | 2000–present |
Donari Braxton (born November 11, 1982) is an American filmmaker and writer. He creates unique and experimental films. His movies have been shown at film festivals and art shows worldwide. He is also known for making special art pieces and videos for galleries. In 2013, he started sharing his photo and video art online for free through a series called "how-to-be-alone.com."
Many important groups have supported his work. These include NPR, the San Francisco Film Society, and the Independent Filmmaker Project. He has also received support from famous film events like Sundance and Berlinale Talents.
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Donari Braxton's Creative Journey
Early Writing and Film Work
In 2006, Donari Braxton published his first book. It was a collection of short stories called I. This book was praised by critics. It became known as part of a new, exciting style of modern writing.
In 2010, he started a production company with Takeshi Fukunaga. It was first called "FX-S" and later became "TELEVISION." This company creates video content for big brands. Some of their clients include HBO, Puma, and Marc Jacobs.
Major Film Achievements
In 2015, their first full-length movie, Out of My Hand, was released. It premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival. The film was later shown in theaters by Ava DuVernay's ARRAY pictures.
Donari Braxton was nominated for a special award for this movie. He received a nomination for the John Cassavetes Film Independent Spirit Award. This award recognized his work as a writer and producer on the project.
In 2016, the San Francisco Film Society announced a new project by Braxton. His developing film, Above, was described as a science-fiction drama. He received the KRF Screenwriting Grant & Fellowship for this movie. This grant helps writers develop their film scripts.
Donari Braxton's Personal Life
Donari Braxton was born in New York City. His father is Anthony Braxton, a famous experimental music composer. Like his father, Donari Braxton enjoys playing chess. He is known for being a very skilled chess player.
Select Filmography
- The Inevitable Me (2009)
- Oh, The Predictable Beasts (2011)
- hItec! (2010)
- Themes from a Rosary (2010)
- The Future of All Fragile Things (2015 ET)
- Out of My Hand (2015)
