Alliance of Women Directors (AWD) celebrates the impact of Black women shaping the action genre. This dynamic panel of experts—Christine Swanson (Chicago PD), LaFaye Baker (Westworld), and Tiffany Abney (Obi-Wan Kenobi), moderated by Sandrene Mathews (AWD’s Black Directors Advancement Initiative representative)—explores the powerful collaboration between directors and stunt performers and how trust, creativity, and precision bring unforgettable sequences to life. Filmmakers pushing boundaries, navigating challenges, and redefining what action can look like share firsthand insight. Intro provided by Melissa Balint (AWD board representative).
