Last June, at the Walter Reade Theater in New York, family, friends and colleagues of Joan Micklin Silver got together to pay tribute to the inspirational and ceiling-smashing legacy of one of independent film’s true heroes. Somewhat belatedly, here is the memorial in its entirely for those of you who couldn’t be there.
Please comment after the break…
Thank you Ira. I only meant to watch a few minutes of the tribute to Joan Micklin Silver and I could not turn away. I watched the entire memorial and I was riveted. I thought I knew her work, but I realize how much more there was to know. The tributes from her collaborators, friends, and families were so meaningful, I am in awe of this amazing filmmaker and director. I wish I had known her.
I am extremely grateful to have been included in this testimony to a wonderful woman, a brilliant artist, a grand mother, and a true friend. I will always be grateful for Joan.