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We are a female-run documentary production company focused on stories from underrepresented voices.

23/01/2025

Congratulations to "I Am Ready, Warden" for its Documentary Short Film Oscar nomination! ✨🎥

Directed by and streaming on , this film focuses on the days leading up to and following the ex*****on of John Henry Ramirez. We're so excited for our very own , who edited the film alongside , and for the rest of this film's incredible team! 🏆

Image 1 description: A screenshot of a Deadline article titled "'No Other Land,' Set in Occupied West Bank, Earns Oscar Documentary Feature Nomination; International Stories Dominate Category" in front of a blurred purple background.

Image 2 description: A quote from the article in front of a blurred purple background.

11/12/2024

We couldn't be more thrilled to announce that SPEAK. will be premiering at the Film Festival 2025!

Directed by Lady & Bird co-founder Jennifer Tiexiera and co-director Guy Mossman, SPEAK. follows five extraordinary young orators as they harness the power of their words to challenge perspectives and inspire change as they compete in one of the world's largest and most intense public speaking competitions.

This year's festival will take place in Parce City and Salt Lake City, UT from January 23 to February 2, 2025. For tix and more info, go to www.festival.sundance.org. Passes and packages are on sale right now; single film tickets go on sale January 16th.

Thank you to the students who trusted us with their story; our executive producer/NSDA alum Josh Gad; the to the National Speech & Debate Association who dove into the deep end with us; and the incredible film team for their dedication to this journey.

https://linktr.ee/speak.documentary

For festival info and tickets: festival.sundance.org

Student Orators:
Esther Oyetunji
Mfaz Mohamed Ali
Noah Chao-Detiveaux
Sam Schaefer
Noor Garoui

Directed by: Jennifer Tiexiera

Co-Director & DP: Guy Mossman

Produced by: Pamela Griner, Jennifer Tiexiera, Guy Mossman

Editors: Jen Tiexiera, Delaney Lynch

Composer: Osei Essed

Executive Producers: Christoph Baaden, Abby Ellin, Lisa Hepner, Simon Kilmurry, Lauren Lexton, Josh Gad, Michael Sugar, Hallee Adelman, Joe & Polly Wolfe, DeNovo, Marci Wiseman, Daniel J. Chalfen, Dawn Bonder, Susan Potter, Schultz Family Foundation, Truant Pictures, Toby Nalbandian, Greg Schmidt, Sean Bradley

Participant Advocate: Dr. Kam

Co-EP: Nathalie Seaver, Jamie Wolfe

Colorist: Beau Leon

AC & Operator: Jose Element

Production Sound: Dwight Williams, Jennilee Park

Casting Producer: Liz Kineke

Sound Design: Margarita Mix

Lenses Provided by Atlas Lens Co

Camera Systems: Sony Cine

Fiscal Sponsor: Tenth Muse Films

Sales: WME, Maggie Pisacane, Haley Hashemi,

PR: Frank PR, Clare Anne

Film Distribution: Film Collab, Jeffrey Winter, Kathy Susca

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Image 1: Upon a purple gradient background, a still from SPEAK. shows Esther Oyetunji stands in front of red theatre curtains on a stage, smiling and looking upwards. A yellow title above her head reads "SPEAK." and above it laurel text that reads "Official Selection 2025 Sundance Film Festival." In the bottom left of the image sits the Lady & Bird logo, a bird resting on a sitting dog's snout.

Image 2: Atop a purple gradient background, a graphic news clipping from a Deadline article reads "Deadline" "Sundance 2025: JLo, Sly Stone, Putin, Ayo Edebiri, André Holland, & Ex-NZ PM Jacinda Ardern Films Among Park City Festival Offerings" "By Anthony D'Alessandro, Dominic Patten" "December 11, 2024 9:00am." Below the article title is an edited photo of many celebrities faces and a sign that reads "Sundance Film Festival 2025." Below the photo reads "(clockwise) Jennifer Lopez, Syl Stone, Ayo Edebiri, Vladimir Putin, Jacinda Ardern & Andre Holland. Getty Images"

Image 3: "Purple background graphic featuring the title "DEADLINE" at the top in bold, white uppercase letters. Below, in smaller bold text, it reads: "U.S. DOCUMENTARY COMPETITION." The text continues:

"Speak. / U.S.A. (Directors and Producers: Jennifer Tiexiera, Guy Mossman, Producer: Pamela Griner) — Five top-ranked high school oratory students spend a year crafting spellbinding spoken word performances with the dream of winning one of the world’s largest and most intense public speaking competitions."

At the bottom, in smaller text, it states: "World Premiere. Available online for Public."

02/12/2024

We are proud to announce that Rita Baghdadi and her film "STALLIONS" have been chosen for Film Independent's 22nd edition of its Fast Track Film Finance Market! The program helps filmmakers make critical connections in the industry to help further their projects.

"STALLIONS" follows a crew of stallion riders on the coast of Morocco as they make their dreams come true. We are beyond excited to see these dreams come true on the big screen soon enough!

Congratulations !

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Slide 1: A still from the Stallions film: a blurry silhouette of a man riding horseback on the beach. At the top, purple text reads "STALLIONS SELECTED". Underneath that text, in smaller font, the image reads "For Film Independent Fast Track Film Finance Market". At the bottom right corner, the Stallions logo is seen in white and reads "STALLIONS" in both English and Arabic. Underneath this logo we see the white Lady & Bird Films logo of a dog with a bird on it's snout. To the right is the black and orange logo of Film Independent that reads "FiLM iNDEPENDENT".

Slide 2: A screenshot from an article naming the 15 projects selected for Film Independent's 22nd Fast Track Film Finance Market. The screenshot shows multiple photos of the selected filmmakers.

24/10/2024

Since we started our fundraiser, the situation on the ground in Lebanon has worsened, and we are now making a final push to go beyond our initial goal in order to reach our full team on the ground who are currently living under dire conditions.

Bombings on Beirut and its surroundings are unpredictable and happening in densely populated areas. Opportunities to work or earn money are impossible, so there is no way to cover the cost of day-to-day goods.

Please consider donating to support our musician and filmmaker friends on the ground. Link in bio.
If you cannot donate, please consider any remote opportunities for French or Arabic translation or subtitling, sound, or music work that could support our team through this impossible time.

Image description: A split image: on the left, Lilas, a member of the band Slave to Sirens, stands in a field of tall grass playing an electric guitar. She has long, dark curly hair and looks off-camera with a focused expression. On the right, a large cloud of smoke rises over Beirut, showing the aftermath of a recent bombing. At the top of the image is a link: https://bit.ly/SirensFund. The bottom of the image features bold text that reads 'HELP NEEDED for our friends in Lebanon,' with the word 'Lebanon' highlighted in red. The 'Sirens' logo is positioned in the top left corner.

12/09/2024

✨ Exciting News! ✨ Episodes 2 and 3 of Kingdom of Dreams, the docuseries that dives deep into the world of high fashion and luxury superbrands, were directed by our very own co-founder Camilla Hall ! 🎥💫

Watch as this gripping series explores the rise of iconic designers like Galliano, McQueen, and Tom Ford, and the fierce battles that reshaped the industry.

Streaming on The Network starting Sept. 15!

Image Descriptions:
Image 1: A snapshot of a Variety article titled "The Network Acquires Docuseries ‘Kingdom of Dreams,’ Which Takes On the High Fashion Industry (EXCLUSIVE)" by Michael Schneider. The image includes a still from the series, showing a man in sunglasses talking to two people in an outdoor setting, framed with a vintage film strip effect.

Image 2: A quote on a purple background that reads: "'Kingdom of Dreams is about the upstart designers who disrupted fashion and the ruthless tycoons who disrupted the concept of ‘haute couture,’ turning the Fashion Houses into the world’s greatest luxury superbrands,'" attributed to Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui.

04/09/2024

Eager to bring attention to Brown Girls Doc Mafia - Public's upcoming "Pause & Play" session on Participant Care in the indie film world! 🎥 Join Jennifer Tiexiera on September 12th as she, along with other industry leaders, explores how we can center rest, care, and joy in the filmmaking process. This session isn’t just about talking—it’s about action. Expect to walk away with practical tools to nurture wellness in every aspect of your creative work.

🔗 RSVP through the link in Brown Girls Doc Mafia - Public’s bio.

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Image 1: A graphic for the "Pause & Play" event series by Brown Girls Doc Mafia (BGDM). The background features a gradient of soft pastel colors, transitioning from green at the bottom left to purple and blue at the top right. At the top left, text reads "Session #2 Participant Care." In the center, large symbols for pause and play are depicted in blue, with the words "Pause & Play" between them in black. Below, white text says "Unpacking Wellness in Independent Film." The BGDM logo appears at the top center, with colorful letters in red, yellow, green, and blue. The Open Television (OTV) logo is at the bottom center with the text "In community with OTV." The event details are in black text on the bottom right: "Sept 12, Noon ET, On Zoom."
Image 2: A graphic featuring the panelists for the "Pause & Play" session on Participant Care. The background has a similar pastel gradient from green to blue. The top left has the text "Session #2 Participant Care." The right side of the graphic has four photos of the panelists, each with their names and roles in black text on different colored rectangles:
- At the very bottom left, the moderator is featured: Elijah McKinnon
- Bottom left: Pedro Navarro Aguilar, Protagonist & Co-Writer of "Unseen"
- Center: Jennifer Tiexiera, Director, Subject, and Co-creator of the Consent Calendar
- Middle right: Set Hernandez, Director of "Unseen"
- Top right: Kiam Marcelo Junio, Wellness Facilitator
The event details are repeated in black text on the bottom right: "Sept 12, Noon ET, On Zoom."

21/08/2024

Exciting news! We've been awarded a grant from the BERTHA Film Fund to support our documentary about LES HIJABEUSES! 🎥⚽️

This funding will help us tell the powerful story of French Muslim women fighting for their right to play football in France, while wearing their sports hijabs. LES HIJABEUSES are changemakers, challenging injustice and redefining inclusivity in sports.

We're honored to have been chosen by the BERTHA Film Fund, which supports films that mobilize audiences and challenge power dynamics. Stay tuned for updates as we continue to document this important movement!

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The photo shows 4 female football players wearing hijabs, looking into a fenced sports area. In the middle in white text reads “LES HIJABEUSES,” the bottom left corner shows the Bertha Foundation logo, and in the bottom left corner sits Lady & Bird’s logo.

06/08/2024

🎥 "Ethics take time and they're expensive." Lady & Bird co-founder Jennifer Tiexiera prioritizes the wellbeing of participants, even if it takes more time, money and effort. "I believe in making sure that my participants don't suffer at all in participating in this with me." Jen discusses in-depth about the ethics of documentary filmmaking in this thought-provoking Rough Cut Film interview about 'Subject' (Subject documentary) and Jen's approach to ethics, consent, and responsibility in nonfiction storytelling.

Through the experiences of participants in acclaimed documentaries like 'The Staircase' and 'Hoop Dreams,' 'Subject' explores the profound impact of sharing one's life on screen.

The participants' wellbeing is at the heart of our mission at Lady & Bird Films as we navigate this explosive and volatile era of documentaries.

https://roughcutfilm.com/2024/06/06/the-ethics-of-exposure-an-interview-with-subject-co-director-jennifer-tiexiera/

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Image 1: Over a purple gradient background is screenshot of Rough Cut Film article titled "The Ethics of Exposure: An Interview with 'Subject' Co-director Jennifer Tiexiera". The screenshot features a promotional image from 'Subject' and text below that reads, "Thomas Phillips talks to the documentarian about the filmmaker-subject relationship in an increasingly corporate industry."

Image 2: The image contains a quote from Jennifer Tiexiera on a gradient purple background. The white text reads: "I BELIEVE IN MAKING SURE THAT MY PARTICIPANTS DON'T SUFFER AT ALL IN PARTICIPATING IN THIS WITH ME." The attribution "- Jennifer Tiexiera" is included below the quote in the same white font.

02/08/2024

We're proud to share that "Holding Ourselves Accountable: A Consent Calendar Resource," a collaboration between our co-founder Jennifer Tiexiera and Peace is Loud, is now available as a free download! This resource details a model for establishing informed, active consent throughout the filmmaking process.

It’s part of a suite of resources developed by Peace is Loud to help and others in the field prioritize the health and well-being of film participants. Download for yourself, share them widely, and consider how you can implement these practices in your own work for more ethical !

Link in bio, or visit peaceisloud.org/participant-care

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1. A promotional graphic titled "PARTICIPANT CARE RESOURCES" with the subtitle "NOW AVAILABLE FOR FREE DOWNLOAD!" by the organization Peace is Loud. It features headshots of 4 women who collaborated on the resources: Margie Ratliff, Jennifer Tiexiera, Rebecca Day, and Malikkah Rollins.

2. An infographic by Peace is Loud titled "PARTICIPANT CARE RESOURCES NOW AVAILABLE FOR FREE DOWNLOAD!" It features 5 document covers: "REAL PEOPLE, REAL STORIES: Ensuring the Well-Being of Documentary Participants", "Beyond the Lens: The State of Participant Care in Documentary Film", "In the Spotlight: Crucial Questions for Documentary Participants", a case study titled "FIRE THROUGH DRY GRASS", and "Holding Ourselves Accountable: A Consent Calendar Resource".

01/08/2024

We're thrilled to share that our new documentary STALLIONS, directed by Rita Baghdadi , has been selected for a Sundance Institute Documentary Fund grant! 🎉

Produced by Sahar Yousefi and shot by Alex Nour, the film follows a crew of stallion riders on the coast of Morocco.

Stay tuned for more details!

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Promotional still from STALLIONS documentary, shows the silhouette of a man on horseback on the beach at sunset. In the foreground are two figures blurred in motion. The bottom of the image reads "Stallions" "a film by Rita Baghdadi." In the lower right corner of the still sits Lady & Bird's logo, a dog with a bird perched on its snout. In the upper left corner sits the Sundance Institute logo.

26/07/2024

Lady & Bird Films is producing a feature documentary about the amazing young women behind Les Hijabeuses, a female football collective in Paris. Their mission is to fight for the right to play while wearing their hijabs, since the French Football Federation has banned them.

Since 2004, there has been a ban in France on religious symbols, including hijabs, in public schools and certain workplaces.

Now, in 2024, French athletes wearing hijabs are banned from competing at the Paris Olympics, while players from all other countries are allowed.

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1. A still from the feature showing two women from Les Hijabeuses in the backseat of a car, laughing together. The woman on the left wearing a white hijab, and one the right is wearing a black hijab. Overlaid is the title of the documentary "LES HIJABEUSES" with Lady and Bird's logo positioned below at the bottom of the picture.
2. A still shows two women from Les Hijabeuses greeting each other with fist bumps in a green doorway.
3. A still shows 4 women wearing black hijabs and light blue uniforms looking through a fence in a sports facility.
4. A screenshot of a news article from NPR with the headline "French Olympians can't wear hijabs. Human rights group says it's discrimination". The image accompanying the article shows a row of international flags in front of a large banner or building facade displaying "PARIS 2024", referring to the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, France.

30/06/2024

🏳️‍🌈 James "Terry Howe" Bidgood (1933-2022) was a trailblazing gay artist who transformed q***r photography and filmmaking in the 1960s and '70s. Initially a drag performer in New York's East Village, Bidgood later created elaborately staged, fantastical photographs that brought new levels of artistry and camp to gay imagery. He also directed the cult classic film "Pink Narcissus" (1971), released anonymously at the time. Bidgood's work, which often featured attractive men in mythological and dreamy settings, helped pave the way for greater LGBTQ+ representation in visual arts. Though his contributions were initially overlooked, Bidgood's unique vision was rediscovered and celebrated later in life, cementing his legacy as a pioneer of unapologetically q***r art.

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Image 1: A photograph of an elderly man, James "Terry Howe" Bidgood, sitting in a room with various art supplies and materials in the background. He is wearing a purple shirt and has a slight smile on his face. In the foreground, there is a black-and-white photograph of a younger James in drag, wearing a sparkly dress and holding a fur stole, with a curtain in the background. The text at the bottom of the image reads: "James 'Terry Howe' Bidgood 1933-2022."
Image 2: A photograph of an elderly man, James "Terry Howe" Bidgood, laughing heartily while sitting in a room filled with art supplies and materials. He is wearing a purple shirt and appears animated and joyful. In the background, there is a book or box with the text "Bidgood" visible. At the bottom of the image is a quote attributed to Terry Howe: "Pl***oy had girls in furs, feathers and lights. They had faces like beautiful angels. I didn't understand why boy pictures weren't like that."

29/06/2024

🏳️‍🌈 Michael "Daphne" Alogna was a pioneering drag queen in New York City during the 1950s and 60s, a time when cross-dressing in public was both dangerous and illegal. As part of a group known as the Boomatzas, Daphne performed in underground clubs like the 82 Club and the Cork Club. She faced significant challenges, including police brutality and societal discrimination. In one memorable incident, Daphne was arrested and her Italian father had to collect her from the police station, berating her when he realized she was a "Suzie" (slang for a drag queen). Despite these hardships, Daphne and her sisters in drag persevered, helping to pave the way for future generations of LGBTQ+ performers and activists. Her story, preserved through letters to friend Ed Limato, offers a vivid glimpse into the pre-Stonewall era of drag culture in New York City.

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Image 1: Close-up portrait of an older Michael Alogna with short white hair, smiling. They are wearing a gray checked jacket and white shirt. Text below reads "Michael 'Daphne' Alogna".
Image 2: Two black and white photos. Left: Drag queen in a glamorous stage outfit walking the runway. Right: Close-up of Daphne in a blonde wig and makeup. Quote below about romantic feelings. "To put it mildly, he's demented for me. Much kisses and claiming he can't sleep or eat ever since we met. And Mary, I love it. I never felt so cunty.' -Daphne"

29/06/2024

🏳️‍🌈 Joseph "Tish" Touchette (1924-2021) was a pioneering female impersonator who graced the stages of New York City and the East Coast for over 40 years. Born in Connecticut, Tish's journey into drag began with a playful wedding ceremony in the 1940s. He moved to New York in 1956, becoming a fixture in the city's vibrant underground club scene. Tish performed in Mafia-owned venues, honing his craft as a singer and dancer. He lived in the same Greenwich Village apartment for over 60 years, witnessing the evolution of drag culture and LGBTQ+ rights. Though he never marched in a Pride parade, Tish's long career as a female impersonator helped pave the way for future generations of drag performers. He passed away at the age of 93, leaving behind a legacy as one of New York's oldest drag queens and a living link to a bygone era of q***r entertainment.

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Image 1: A photograph of an elderly man, Joseph "Tish" Touchette, sitting on a red-patterned couch in a room decorated with framed pictures of various subjects, including himself in drag. He is wearing a light blue shirt and looking off-camera with a thoughtful expression. In the foreground, there is a black-and-white photograph of a younger Joseph in drag, wearing a long, elegant dress with a fur stole, standing in a poised position. The text at the bottom of the image reads: ""Joseph 'Tish' Touchette 1924-2021.""
Image 2: A photograph of an elderly man, Joseph ""Tish"" Touchette, sitting on a couch in a room filled with natural light from a nearby window. He is wearing a light blue shirt and light-colored pants, looking out the window with a contemplative expression. The room is furnished with a decorative lamp, and the walls are adorned with framed photographs. At the bottom of the image is a quote attributed to Tish: "A drag queen is an amateur—a female impersonator is a professional."

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29/06/2024

🌈 As June comes to a close, we're excited to spotlight Alex Bohs! His skilled editing brings vibrant LGBTQ+ stories to life in our documentaries. From New York's drag history to global q***r narratives, Alex's dedication enriches every project. We're grateful to have his talent and perspective on our team. Happy Pride Month!🏳️‍🌈

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Image 1: A pride-themed graphic with a rainbow iridescent gradient background. It features a photo of Alex Bohs, a man with short dark hair and glasses, working on a laptop while wearing a yellow striped shirt. The text reads "PRIDE SPOTLIGHT" at the top, "Editor on P.S. Burn this Letter Please" below the photo, and "ALEX BOHS" at the bottom in yellow.

Image 2: A text image with a rainbow iridescent gradient background. The white text reads:
"Alex Bohs is a Los Angeles-based filmmaker with a significant role in editing impactful q***r narratives. Recently, he worked on the documentary 'P.S. Burn This Letter Please,' which uncovers the vibrant history of New York's drag community in the 1950s and 60s. As an editor, Alex has also been involved in the intergenerational documentary project 'Conversations with Gay Elders,' which explores historical perspectives, and the doc-series 'Thirst For Love,' which delves into the Iranian q***r community. Through his work, Alex is committed to highlighting the rich, often overlooked stories of the LGBTQ+ community."

27/06/2024

🎬 We are incredibly proud to announce that our very own Jennifer Tiexiera has been invited to join the academy as a new member for 2024!

Her award-winning documentary work, including “Subject,” “Unveiled: Surviving La Luz del Mundo,” and “P.S. Burn This Letter Please,” has made a significant impact in representing underrepresented voices and improving how we tell non-fiction stories.

Congratulations, Jennifer! 🌟

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Image 1: Dark blue graphic with radial lines and the text “2024 New Academy Members” in beige, along with the Academy logo at the bottom.
Image 2: White and gold graphic with the Academy logo at the top, a portrait of Jennifer Tiexiera, and the text “Academy Invites New Members. Jennifer Tiexiera among those selected for her impactful documentary work and ongoing commitment to representation, inclusion, and equity.”

25/06/2024

🎸🌈Join us in celebrating the power of music and the resilience of the human spirit with Sirens Documentary. This documentary captures the lives of the members of Slave to Sirens, Lebanon's first all-female metal band, as they confront societal norms and fight for their right to live authentically. Their journey through friendship, tension, and political turmoil is a testament to the strength of the LGBTQ+ community.

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🌈✨This Pride Month, dive into the hidden history of the LGBTQ+ community with P.S. Burn This Letter Please. A box of secret letters from 1950s New York reveals a world where being yourself meant breaking the law. Discover the courage of those who risked everything to live authentically. 🎥❤️ #PrideMonth #LGBTQHistory #DragQueens #LoveIsLove #Pride

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You can now stream "Finding The Light" about photographer Muhammed Muheisen and directed by our co-founder, Rita Baghdadi, as a part of National Geographic's new series Photographer on Disney Plus and Hulu. #NatGeoPhotographer Video description: Trailer for National Geographic's Photographer series, featuring photographers Campbell Addy, Cristina Mittermeier, Paul Nicklen, Muhammed Muheisen, Anand Varma, Dan Winters, and Krystle Wright.

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