Exploring how documentary filmmakers thrive, grow, and create meaningful work.
Produced by Barang Films
STORIES THAT CARRY CULTURE
Filmmaker and educator Dandan Liu joins Chris G. Parkhurst to explore the realities of working as a one-person documentary crew. A one-person crew won’t be right for every documentary—but when the story allows it, working smaller can sometimes help us get closer to our subjects, the unexpected moments unfolding around us, and the story itself.
The Documentary Life is a long-running podcast exploring the realities of documentary filmmaking—not just how films are made, but how filmmakers sustain meaningful creative lives while making them.
Through conversations with directors, editors, cinematographers, producers, and storytellers from across the documentary world, the show examines the craft, ethics, challenges, and emotional realities of nonfiction storytelling.
A feature documentary exploring memory, music, and Cambodia’s enduring cultural spirit through the legacy of its most beloved singer.
Barang Films is an independent documentary production company creating human-centered documentaries that explore culture, memory, and identity through the lives of the people who carry them.
Chris G. Parkhurst is a filmmaker, director, producer, and editor with more than 25 years of experience creating documentary, commercial, and corporate video content. Available for freelance engagements and full-service productions through Barang Films, Chris partners with filmmakers, brands, organizations, and agencies to create authentic stories that connect with audiences and deliver results.