"REDRESS" (2017) - Written/Directed by Jayson Johnson
Starring: Jason Kyle, Grace Ingland, Mick Hodder
Director's Statement: "Redress" marked a significant milestone in my filmmaking journey. Unlike my previous projects, which were self-financed with limited resources, this time I had access to broadcast equipment, a full crew, and a budget of $22K that I successfully crowdfunded. With these resources at my disposal, I set out to tackle a challenging and controversial subject: humanizing a Nazi terrorist.
As a Black man, this was far from a popular idea, but I was driven by the desire to explore what could lead someone down such a dark path—something I felt other films often overlooked. It was a risky venture, but the film became a great success, with the trailer garnering over 100K views and the project being selected for over 25 film festivals, winning three awards.
For me, "Redress" was a powerful reminder that as a filmmaker, it's paramount to be fearless in choosing your subject matter. At the same time, it's your duty as a director to tell the story in a way that is both engaging and respectful. This project taught me the importance of balancing bold ideas with thoughtful execution, and it remains a highlight of my career
Starring: Jason Kyle, Grace Ingland, Mick Hodder
Director's Statement: "Redress" marked a significant milestone in my filmmaking journey. Unlike my previous projects, which were self-financed with limited resources, this time I had access to broadcast equipment, a full crew, and a budget of $22K that I successfully crowdfunded. With these resources at my disposal, I set out to tackle a challenging and controversial subject: humanizing a Nazi terrorist.
As a Black man, this was far from a popular idea, but I was driven by the desire to explore what could lead someone down such a dark path—something I felt other films often overlooked. It was a risky venture, but the film became a great success, with the trailer garnering over 100K views and the project being selected for over 25 film festivals, winning three awards.
For me, "Redress" was a powerful reminder that as a filmmaker, it's paramount to be fearless in choosing your subject matter. At the same time, it's your duty as a director to tell the story in a way that is both engaging and respectful. This project taught me the importance of balancing bold ideas with thoughtful execution, and it remains a highlight of my career