clifford creations & binary studio production
present a film about the longest peaceful demonstration in the history of america
About The Film
Director Julia Clifford - juliacliffordartist@hotmail.com
Assistant Director Terri Krantz gives casting crew some tips during the reenactment at Diamond Jim's Restaurant
THE DOCUMENTARY - Directed by Julia Clifford, Co-Produced by Bob Ridgley
I would like to introduce you to The Faces of Change, a documentary of an incredible tale, a tale of action that takes a journey all the way to the Supreme Court. My father told me this story of events that turn monumental, but very few people know about it.
Twelve children ages six to seventeen and their youth leader organized one of the first sit-in demonstrations in our country, a sit-in that started the Sit-In Movement that swept across the nation. It took sixteen months before the first white man joined the black community in their fight against segregation. That first white man was Bill Clifford, my father.
Their action turned into the longest peaceful demonstration in the history of America. It began on August 19, 1958 in downtown Oklahoma City Katz Drugstore lunch counter and lasted over five and a half years. These people share love and a passion for justice that is wrapped tightly in dignity. They embody clarity, strong leadership and true dedication.
The Faces of Change uses multiple voices and first hand accounts. Participants, the press, the police, business owners, religious leaders, legal counselors and participating organizations tell this story.
The Faces of Change is pure inspiration. This film shows where these people are today and how their stand for freedom 50 years ago affected their lives. It honors and celebrates the power of our youth and their mentors who take a stand to create a better world.
TARGET AUDIENCE MARKET
This documentary will be produced according to guidelines for TV stations such as PBS and the History Channel, delivered in High Definition.
The target markets are TV networks; DVD markets such as Net Flicks; educational institutions such as libraries, schools, film festivals and community events. The DVD will include short stories, educational vignettes and commentary not seen in the main documentary.
THE PRODUCTION CREW
About the Washington State Crew
Producer/Director Julia Clifford’s film credits include producing, directing, cinematography and scriptwriting. Though her resume also includes acting, she loves creating behind camera. Her film “The Script” was nominated for Best Narrative Short at the Northwest Projections Film Festival. Julia combines a Master’s in Education from Western Washington University and studies in filmmaking from Northwest Film School with over 20 years experience in managing arts organizations, educational programs and major multi-media art projects. She has received numerous artistic and high achievement awards during her career.
Producer/Cinematographer/Editor Bob Ridgley owns award winning Binary Productions. Binary has produced work for film and recording artists for over 30 years, gaining international recognition and distribution. Throughout, Binary created documentaries, projects for MTV, independent films, various corporate TV commercials and private ventures. The Binary team brings a wealth of experience in cinematorgraphy, post-production, film audio, special effects, and DVD authoring and distribution.
About the Oklahoma City Crew
Award winning reporter George Tomek has been a familiar face and voice to Oklahoma viewers as a TV anchor and reporter for nearly 30 years. During the KTVY period, he also served four years as News Director. Tomek earned the Iris Award, numerous state and local awards and has been nominated for Heartland Emmy Awards for reporting. "The Gospel According to TV", "Bitter Harvest", "Fix or Fail", "Storm Chasers", "Mission of Faith" name only a few.
Award winning cinematographer Tony Stizza is distinguished as one of the most honored and respected photojournalists in the nation with thirteen Emmy Awards to his credit. "From Red Soil to Red Square", Tony was the first photographer allowed into the "Soviet Union" as a part of the glasnost program. "Remember the Dragon", Tony again was the first photojournalist allowed inside the infamous Hanoi Hilton after unification of the Vietnams. "Stranger in their Own Land" has been internationally known for ist sensitive portrayal of Oklahoma's Indian Tribes. April 19,1995, Tony spent over a full year following the lives affected by the Murrah Building Bombing. The National Press Club honored the result, "Tapestry", as the Best Program in 1996.
About the Washington State Crew
Producer/Director Julia Clifford’s film credits include producing, directing, cinematography and scriptwriting. Though her resume also includes acting, she loves creating behind camera. Her film “The Script” was nominated for Best Narrative Short at the Northwest Projections Film Festival. Julia combines a Master’s in Education from Western Washington University and studies in filmmaking from Northwest Film School with over 20 years experience in managing arts organizations, educational programs and major multi-media art projects. She has received numerous artistic and high achievement awards during her career.
Producer/Cinematographer/Editor Bob Ridgley owns award winning Binary Productions. Binary has produced work for film and recording artists for over 30 years, gaining international recognition and distribution. Throughout, Binary created documentaries, projects for MTV, independent films, various corporate TV commercials and private ventures. The Binary team brings a wealth of experience in cinematorgraphy, post-production, film audio, special effects, and DVD authoring and distribution.
About the Oklahoma City Crew
Award winning reporter George Tomek has been a familiar face and voice to Oklahoma viewers as a TV anchor and reporter for nearly 30 years. During the KTVY period, he also served four years as News Director. Tomek earned the Iris Award, numerous state and local awards and has been nominated for Heartland Emmy Awards for reporting. "The Gospel According to TV", "Bitter Harvest", "Fix or Fail", "Storm Chasers", "Mission of Faith" name only a few.
Award winning cinematographer Tony Stizza is distinguished as one of the most honored and respected photojournalists in the nation with thirteen Emmy Awards to his credit. "From Red Soil to Red Square", Tony was the first photographer allowed into the "Soviet Union" as a part of the glasnost program. "Remember the Dragon", Tony again was the first photojournalist allowed inside the infamous Hanoi Hilton after unification of the Vietnams. "Stranger in their Own Land" has been internationally known for ist sensitive portrayal of Oklahoma's Indian Tribes. April 19,1995, Tony spent over a full year following the lives affected by the Murrah Building Bombing. The National Press Club honored the result, "Tapestry", as the Best Program in 1996.
