Stacie Davis Discusses Her Filmmaking for Another Christmas

Stacie Davis-Hamilton is a Claflin University graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications began her career in television news before transitioning into film. She produced an award winning sports documentary More Than a Coach: The Taft Watson Story in 2017. Stacie Davis Films opened in 2019, a production company that creates scripted and unscripted material for television and film. She wrote and produced Christmas in Carolina streaming on The Roku Channel and other digital platforms. Her recent work includes a new Christmas movie coming this holiday season airing on The Roku Channel. Stacie believes all things are possible with belief and action.

indieactivity: How would you describe your work as a director?
Stacie Davis (SD): I’m still growing as a director and my work is growing too. I’m proud of the progress I’ve made.

How did you get into directing?
Stacie Davis (SD): I was given the opportunity to direct a sports documentary. After the production ended, I knew  I wanted to continue with directing, producing and writing projects for film and TV.

How do you choose a project to direct?
Stacie Davis (SD): The projects I’ve directed are what I write.

Watch Official trailer for Another Christmas directed by Stacie Davis

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Do you often take courses to increase your craft?
Stacie Davis (SD): I have not.

What books do you read?
Stacie Davis (SD): I read more articles pertaining to film and television production.

Why would you choose an actor, writer, or producer? What do you look for?
SD: An actor who’s a team player and dedicated to the project.

When you are offered a project, what things do you put in place to deliver a good job?
SD: A polished script that’s relatable and actor appealing.

Briefly explain your latest work?
SD: Another Christmas and Hanging with the Taylors sitcom were my latest project. It was an amazing experience working with a group of talented individuals.

Explain key challenges on your last film?
SD: Filming during COVID-19 was a challenge. My team and I had safety guidelines to protect our cast and crew.

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What ‘thing/situation’ helps you during production?
SD: Prayer and remaining calm helps me during any production.

Explain a creative choice you took on the set of a recent production?
SD: We didn’t have enough extras for a high school party scene, so a creative choice that I made was to figure out the party scene and make it work with only 4 people. I had to change the scene.

How do you advise directors to find projects?
SD: What’s relatable and what’s best for them.

How can filmmakers finance their projects?
SD: For independent filmmakers, find Investors, crowdfunding. Look for Grants. Use your resources.

What do you want from an actor during a production?
SD: I look for actors who are team players and willing to be part of an ensemble “no matter how huge their parts are.”

How do you prefer to work with a producer during a production?
SD: I prefer a producer to be organized and can keep production on a steady and positive beat.

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What do you think a female director can do to get into the film industry?
SD: My best advice for anyone trying to break into the industry is to create your own opportunities.

Who is your favorite director?
SD: Ava DuVernay, Lena Waithe, Regina King just to name a few.

Why?
SD: Ava is the first Black woman to direct a film with a budget over $100 million, and the first Black female director to be nominated for a Golden Globe Award. She also pays it forward: On the hit OWN drama she created, Queen Sugar, she’s exclusively hired female directors.

What advice would you give male/female directors around the world?
SD: Be humble, but take credit where credit is due. Broaden your social circles. Study your craft.

Briefly write about your career?
SD: Working with Ryan Toby has been an amazing opportunity in my film Another Christmas.

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