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It is our unwavering commitment to create films that highlight underrepresented communities. We tell stories that not only positively portray minority groups, but also shine light on issues that impact them. We strive to create films that captivate and educate a diverse audience .
With a proven track record of award-winning projects and a dedication to pushing the boundaries of storytelling, we stand as your trusted partner in making compelling films with themes that will resonate with people long after they leave the theatre.
About Clarke Phillips
Clarke Phillips founded Cinema Sense in 2023.
Clarke received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Filmmaking from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) with a concentration in Film Directing. While attending UNCSA, Clarke directed four narrative short films, Condoned Fears, You Know His Name, Suga Brown, and one documentary In Her Absence. Since graduating, Clarke has volunteered as a film judge for the 2023 and 2024 National Association of the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Image Awards. In the summer of 2023, Clarke participated in the NAACP Cinematic Shorts Competition where she co-directed the short documentary The Son That Didn't Shine.
Based in North Carolina, Clarke is currently working in partnership with Chromatic Black to finish post-production on her latest film Sweet Pea. Clarke's work is often inspired by her lived experiences as well as past and present events involving marginalized groups in America. As her career grows, she will continue to highlight underrepresented communities as she believes it's essential for Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC) to see themselves positively portrayed in the media.