MEET NEW DAY: Liane Brandon
I'm Liane Brandon, a founding member of New Day Films. I’m also a filmmaker, photographer, and professor emerita at the University of Massachusetts/Amherst. Before diving into academia, my eclectic journey included stints as a waitress, file clerk, stunt person, and ski instructor. I'm proud to be one of the earliest contributors to the Women's Movement with my groundbreaking films, and in 2022, my work reached new heights as Betty Tells Her Story was inducted into the prestigious National Film Registry.
One of my seminal films, Sometimes I Wonder Who I Am, filmed in 1969, resonates as a poignant portrait of a young mother during a transformative era. It gave voice to countless American women whose dreams were stifled by limited opportunities. The film, a pioneer of the fledgling Women's Movement, remains relevant today, highlighting challenges still faced by women. In the absence of internet and social media, the film's impact spread through word of mouth, newsletters, and grassroots efforts. The restoration and re-release in 2023 by New Day Films marks the film's enduring significance, shedding light on the enduring struggles of mothers even after 52 years.
As a co-founder of New Day Films since 1971, my commitment to amplifying women's voices continues. I invite you to join me on a journey through time and social change, exploring the roots of the Women's Movement and the power of independent film, and to learn more about my films:
