68. Lex Lowry | Cinepoetry: Bringing Poetry to Life with Visual Story Telling

Support Cine Poetry Here: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/cine-poetry#/ Follow Lex @lexindieflix and Cine Poetry @thecinepoetry In this episode of the Smokey Mirror Podcast, we sit down with Lex Lowry, an accomplished filmmaker who's here to bridge the worlds of poetry and cinematic storytelling. Lex's brainchild, "Cine Poetry," is a groundbreaking proof-of-concept project that's shaking up the literary and cinematic landscapes. Each episode revolves around a central theme, with poets reciting their work off-book, diving deep into the heart of the topic. The journey began with the creation of the Pilot Episode, an ambitious endeavor that has already garnered significant recognition. It was featured at the prestigious Urban Film Festival of 2022 and received a nomination for "Best Short Documentary." But Lex's mission doesn't stop there. In this episode, Lex opens up about his aspirations for Cine Poetry. His crowdfunding campaign aims to raise funds for the production of a second episode and lay the foundation for an entire episodic mini-series. He envisions Cine Poetry as a powerful amplifier for the spoken word, breathing new life into the underground art form of poetry. Already, the project has started to make waves. The first episode's Pilot has earned two nominations at the Orlando Urban Film Festival 2023, including "Best Web Series" and "Best Social Impact." Furthermore, it's been recognized with a nomination for "Best Local Web Series" at the Urban Film Festival in Miami. Join us for a captivating conversation with Lex Lowry, as we delve into the world of Cine Poetry, explore the intersection of poetry and cinema, and learn how you can be a part of this exciting journey to reshape the spoken word scene.