Today we’d like to introduce you to Christopher Everett.
Hi Christopher, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today.
I was born and raised in Laurinburg, North Carolina. Even though it’s a small town, Laurinburg has a lot of interesting and fascinating history to it. I got my start in the entertainment business by being an actor and model after I graduated from college in Charlotte, North Carolina.
After doing numerous independent and student film projects, I decided to make the move to Atlanta, Georgia in 2007 and stayed there until 2010. I decided then that I wanted to make my own film projects and tell the stories that I wanted to see. So I’ve been making films and being involved in the film community for about ten years now.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It’s been sometimes smooth and there also has been struggling. That’s how the entertainment business is sometimes, especially if you’re an independent artist. But you can’t let that get you down. You just have to roll with the punches.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m a filmmaker (director, writer, producer) and I own a film production company called Speller Street Films. I’m known for my award-winning and groundbreaking documentary WILMINGTON ON FIRE, which chronicles the 1898 Wilmington Insurrection. I’m also known for my kung fu film series, Black Kung Fu Cinema.
I have 2 documentaries coming out in 2023, WILMINGTON ON FIRE: CHAPTER II and GRANDMASTER: THE VIC MOORE STORY.
I’m most proud of being able to tell the rich and vast history and culture of African-Americans. We have a very proud and rich heritage and culture and that is what I’m most proud of. Being able to fully keep our history, our culture, and our spirit alive through media.
What sets me apart from others is that I truly embrace being an independent artist/filmmaker.
What would you say has been one of the most important lessons you’ve learned?
The most important lesson that I’ve learned along the way has been you have to be true to yourself and you have to look out for your well-being.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.spellerstreet.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/spellerstreetchris
- Facebook: Facebook.com/spellerstreetfilms
- Twitter: twitter.com/spellerstreet
Image Credits
Photography by Tory Silinski
