We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Im-Sun Song. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Im-Sun below.
Im-Sun, thank you so much for taking the time to share your lessons learned with us and we’re sure your wisdom will help many. So, one question that comes up often and that we’re hoping you can shed some light on is keeping creativity alive over long stretches – how do you keep your creativity alive?
Right now, I try to keep my creativity alive by working a lot of jobs that I can get. Experiencing different aspects of life and seeing things from a new perspective helps me better understand people. This serves as inspiration when creating stories. I try to find stories that excite me and are compelling. This allows me to push my creativity and to take risks.
Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?
Currently, I have two films in the festival circuit, “Of Silence and Song” and “Dragonfly.” “Of Silence and Song” is about an Asian American single mother who struggles to receive an abortion in Texas. Throughout her daughter’s birthday, secrets are revealed and three generations of women come together. “Dragonfly” explores themes of grief and letting go. Many people will be able to relate to these stories.
At the moment, I have a GL web series, titled “To The X Who Hated Me” out on Youtube. “Invisible OST” (previously titled “Soundtrack of My Life”), a film that explores the universal quest to find our place in the world, is in post-production.
I will be going into production on a short film titled “Maru.” The story revolves around Maru, a six-year-old girl who discovers that she has the ability to turn time forward.
As a cinematographer, my goal is to create an intimate and immersive visual experience that is both engaging and impactful. I strive to create a visual language that complements the narrative and enhances the emotional resonance of the film. For me, the magic of filmmaking is in the ability to transport the audience into the world of the characters.
There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?
When challenging opportunities are presented, it’s important to take the risk and say yes to them. Because they will help you strengthen your skills and push your career forward, even if you can’t really see it in the moment. There will be times when your job will try to break you in all sorts of ways. It is essential to identify them, take a break to take care of yourself, and believe that the hard work that you put into your job will be worth it in the end.
Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?
I actively seek challenges that not only push my creative boundaries but also serve to inspire both myself and others. I am committed to creating meaningful and impactful stories that I wholeheartedly believe in. That is what drives my creative journey. I am drawn to stories that center around women, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC communities.
I am looking for collaborators who are not afraid to take narrative risks and who are able to push boundaries. I would also love to collaborate with artists who are genuinely invested in the filmmaking process and want to tell a story that resonates deeply with the audience.
Contact Info:
- Other: DP Reel https://vimeo.com/793204574
Image Credits
“Of Silence and Song”, “To The X Who Hated Me”, “Dragonfly”, “Invisible OST”
