This seems to be a promising but challenging period for women filmmakers. Throughout the award season, we got to see an array of women-driven projects, each remarkable in their own right. Yet, there is very little recognition for them, as has been observed by critics and the audiences alike.
Amidst such struggles, there are filmmakers like Charlie Buhler, who continue to aim higher and make their presence felt. She is an independent filmmaker and photographer and has also worked as an actor in some projects.
Born in an interracial family, Buhler brings her multicultural background to the table. Her work, as she describes, is majorly inspired by nature and the people around her. Buhler takes pride in being influenced by the experiences of women, people of color and little nuances of life that do not often make it to the screen. She is all set to showcase her latest project ‘Before the Fire’, which is also her first feature film.
This movie is special to Buhler, who teamed up with…