In The Making – Season Two

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March 14, 2023

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This documentary series from Firelight Media and American Masters follows emerging cultural icons on their journeys to becoming masters of their artistic disciplines.

Firelight Media and American Masters present the second season of the documentary series In the Making. What happens when an artist holds up a mirror to the world? This documentary shorts series follows emerging cultural icons on their journeys to becoming masters of their artistic disciplines. Across nine episodes, meet creatives who are making work that explores and influences American culture today.

Episodes

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Lily Gladstone: Far Out There
Directed by 
Brooke Pepion Swaney

Follow Native American actress Lily Gladstone as she prepares for the release of her highest-profile Hollywood film to date.

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Sydney G. James: How We See Us
Directed by 
Juanita Anderson

Follow artist Sydney G. James, whose bold murals amplify the presence of Black women and families in her hometown of Detroit.

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J’Nai Bridges Unamplified
Directed by 
Christine Turner

Follow opera singer J’Nai Bridges as she prepares for “A Knee on the Neck,” a choral tribute to George Floyd.

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Rissi Palmer: Still Here
Directed by 
Dilsey Davis

Grammy–nominated country artist Rissi Palmer redefines success as she works on her latest album while uplifting other artists of color in the Americana genres.

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Jonathan Thunder: Good Mythology
Directed by 
Sergio Rapu

Ojibwe artist Jonathan Thunder explores the mythic inspirations of his surrealist work.

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Alejandro Jimenez: The Ground I Stand On
Directed by 
Raúl O. Paz-Pastana & Alan Domínguez

A lyrical exploration of the life and work of Mexican-American poet Alejandro Jimenez.

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Walshy Fire: Pull Up
Directed by 
Alicia G. Edwards

Caribbean-American D.J. Walshy Fire electrifies audiences with dancehall-inspired beats.

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Senghor Reid: Make Way For Tomorrow
Directed by 
Desmond Love & Eden Sabolboro

Artist Senghor Reid draws inspiration from current events and his hometown of Detroit.

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Ethan Lim: Cambodian Futures
Directed by 
Dustin Nakao-Haider

Chef Ethan Lim creates vibrant dishes inspired by the rich, complex history of Cambodia.