Directing Life: How Motherhood Shaped The Career Reboot Of Christine Swanson
Release Date: 12/16/2024
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info_outlineIn this episode of Mom to MORE®, host Sharon Macey is joined by visionary storyteller and mom, Christine Swanson, a multiple award-winning director recognized for her powerful and heartfelt filmmaking.
Christine Swanson, a Detroit native, earned a BA from Notre Dame and an MFA in film from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, where she was recognized as one of its most promising filmmakers. Her career includes developing and directing projects for major studios such as HBO, Lionsgate, BET Films, and Warner Bros.
Tune in as Sharon and Christine delve into the challenges of balancing motherhood with creative ambitions. Christine shares how she took a 15-year “timeout” to focus on raising her four children and the profound lessons she gained from that season of life.
This episode also explores Christine’s return to filmmaking, her journey through significant family challenges, and her latest project, the award-winning film Albany Road.
This inspiring dialogue celebrates resilience, creativity, and faith, reminding moms everywhere to embrace every chapter of their journey with joy and purpose.
[00:00] Introduction
[02:38] Christine’s story, raising four children in Los Angeles and Charlotte
[04:07] Why Christine paused her career for a 15-year “timeout”
[06:02] Lessons learned as a stay-at-home mom
[10:06] How motherhood shaped Christine’s directing style
[18:04] Overcoming financial and personal challenges
[22:06] Returning to filmmaking and Christine’s journey to success
[23:00] Discussing her new feature film, Albany Road
[27:01] The strength of women in Christine’s stories
[30:28] Finding joy in less
[31:07] Where to Find Christine Online
Meet My Guest Christine Swanson:
Website: FaithFilmWorks.com
Albany Road Instagram: @albanyroadmovie
Instagram: @Cswanson44
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