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BADASSERY

BADASSERY looks at the rise of the female DJ, and how their presence is unapologetically disrupting the Toronto hip-hop scene. The film covers the journey of some amazing women pursuing their passions in the male-dominated hip-hop arena. In doing so, it examines the social, political and cultural factors that enabled and empowered their success such as the growing economization of social media, the rise of independent artists, beauty as capital and other topics.

  • Sarafina McIntosh
    Director
  • Sunita Miya Muganza
    Director
  • Sarafina McIntosh
    Writer
  • Sunita Miya Muganza
    Writer
  • Demi Valentine
    Producer
  • Gabrielle Zilkha
    Producer
  • Ebony “WondaGurl” Oshunrinde
    Key Cast
  • Sajae Elder
    Key Cast
  • Michelle “Cookie Doh” Asare
    Key Cast
  • Lissa Monet
    Key Cast
  • Cleo Ellis
    Key Cast
  • Kelsey “Killa Kels” Williams
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    21 minutes 50 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 18, 2017
  • Country of Origin:
    Canada
  • Country of Filming:
    Canada
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    HD Video
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9r
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes
Director Biography - Sarafina McIntosh, Sunita Miya Muganza

Sarafina McIntosh is a director, creative producer and music lover based in Toronto. McIntosh has been exposed to music her entire life from the smooth melodies of Hall & Oates to the hard-hitting lyricism of Nipsey Hussle. Growing up, she didn’t see much representation in the hip-hop scenes. As the tides turn and creative industries started to break barriers now is the time to amplify their stories. With an ear to the ground and a knack for crafting empowering stories. McIntosh is the perfect storm; her extensive network with female music creatives and creative vision marks the emerging filmmaker as a shoe-in storyteller. McIntosh’s mission is to demonstrate to hopeful young women who want a career within the music industry that it’s not only possible, but you can create space and redefine an industry on your own terms.

Sunita Miya-Muganza is a director and writer. A POV 3rd Street alumni, Sunita is passionate about telling beautiful and complex stories of the UNHEARD. Her experience as a storyteller spans over a decade. She started as Artistic Director for a local community theatre company in the GTA. She has now transitioned into film and television. Badassery is a short documentary and Sunita’s directorial debut. The film chronicles the journey of women of colour who are pursuing their passions and crafting their careers in a male-dominated industry. To date, Badassery has premiered at the following festivals: Visuelles Film Festival, Reelout Queer Film Festival, Massimadi Film Festival, Fairy Tales Queer Film Festival.

Her contribution as an Associate Producer to the 2019 CBC doc-series, Devout + Out has earned her first Baniff International World, Roockie Award nomination. Devout + Out is a documentary series about openly LGBTQ individuals who have chosen to become or remain leaders in the church. Each episode follows one person, documenting their journey as they navigate their sexuality, identity and faith, as well as their relationship with their churches and with God.

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