SEE US. KNOW US.
ANCHORAGE MUSEUM | SHORT DOCUMENTARY
See Us. Know Us. | Anchorage Museum | 2022
When archivists at the Anchorage Museum began collecting photos from prominent Black Alaskans, they unlocked a treasure trove of untold history. This revealing short documentary provides a glimpse into a one-of-a-kind collection at the Anchorage Museum, one rooted in shining a light on diverse voices and perspectives.
CREDITS:
Producers (Anchorage Museum): Janet Asaro, Hank Davis
Director: Brad Hillwig
Featuring: Eleanor Andrews, Amiyah Horton, Heather McClain, Aaliyah Pepper, Neo Ricks, Abigail Savage Gay, Jeremiah Savage Gay, Julie Varee, Cal Williams.
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ABOUT THE DIRECTOR:
Brad Hillwig is an award-winning filmmaker driven by the art of innovative storytelling. During a career in Alaska media that spans more than two decades, Brad has developed and produced television shows for U.S. cable networks, created brand-defining commercial campaigns, and directed documentaries in some of Alaska’s most remote places.
In 2021, Brad launched Greatland Studios, a startup production company built around authentic, community-based documentary storytelling. Using an immersive, cinematic style, Brad’s films range from independent documentaries to brand-funded content that defies traditional marketing in favor of authentic, people-focused storytelling. At the core of his work is a simple mission: to tell purpose-driven stories that capture unique aspects of the human experience.
