Projects

SEARCHING FOR THE TRUTH: My True Story
19 minutes, 2006

Co-producers, Final cut editors

A powerfully moving, personal investigation, Searching For The Truth: My True Story chronicles a survivor’s journey to understand the deaths of over two million Cambodians killed by the Khmer Rouge regime. Will the truth ever be known? Dara Duong travels back to Cambodia to find out why the Khmer Rouge tortured and killed their own people, including five members of his family. In English and Cambodian with English subtitles. Visit Dara Duong's Site

VISIONS FROM CAMBODIA
18 minutes, 2005

Producer, Writer, Camera and Film editors

When twin Thai-American filmmakers join an eight-day volunteer trip in Cambodia, they take their cameras with them. This inspirational film touches upon the lasting effects of genocide while highlighting a Canadian woman's vision that is changing the economical landscape for thousands of families. Exceptional location photography by Holly M. Nelson sets the backdrop of life in present time Cambodia.

“It’s often hard to imagine how one person can make any difference. We were inspired by the people we've met and wanted to use our experience to bring awareness to social issues in Cambodia and understanding to what many Cambodians went through. We also want to inspire people to get involved in making a difference in the world.”
-- Ganjana+Nuansi       
Read the article that inspired the film

WHY STUDY ABROAD IN AFRICA?
7 minutes, 2006

Film editors

A promotional video for the African Studies Summer Institute at the
JFK Center in Senegal. This program for American high school students combines French learning, community service, and excursions while living with a host family.

SEEKING SERENITY IN THAILAND
2005

In development

In 2005, a research and filming trip to Thailand was made to develop the story, interview experts, location scout, estimate costs, and working conditions. Certain major elements of the film were shot including production photos. Read more.

ART OF THE ASIAN SQUAT TOILET
20 seconds, 2006

Vodcast

After many inquiries about how to use the squat toilet properly, this brief how-to guide explains it all.

CHAIRS FOR THE PEOPLE
2006

In post-production

In response to the City of Seattle removing sitting benches at many bus stops and parks to reduce loitering, Shellie Gravitt designed and performed this public performance piece. She wanted to bring awareness about public spaces and the value they serve the community.