The Accidental Film School Graduate: Beth de Araújo on AFI and Her Award-Winning ‘Josephine’
TheWrap magazine: Araújo's journey as a filmmaker began with a passion for poetry. It reaches new heights with her second feature, a timely drama about sexual assault The post The Accidental Film School Graduate: Beth de Araújo on AFI and Her Award-Winning ‘Josephine’ appeared first on TheWrap .
Beth de Araújo, a sociology graduate, discovered her passion for filmmaking at the AFI Conservatory. She began her higher education journey as a sociology student at the University of California, Berkeley, where she found her true calling through a Native American portrayal in cinema class. The turning point came when she applied to AFI's graduate program, finding a sense of belonging that she couldn't have anticipated.
After graduating, she went on to make her debut at the Sundance Film Festival with her feature "Josephine," which earned her the U.S. Dramatic Competition Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award. Set in Golden Gate Park, "Josephine" follows an 8-year-old girl witnessing a rape and grappling with the subsequent trauma. The film stars Gemma Chan and Channing Tatum, with first-time actor Mason Reeves portraying the young protagonist.
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