Doc Talk Podcast Records From Berlin’s EFM DocSalon With Filmmakers Anna Fitch, Banker White And Mark Cousins

Filmmakers Anna Fitch and Banker White joined Mark Cousins for a new episode of Deadline's Doc Talk podcast, recorded live at Berlin's EFM DocSalon during the recent Berlin Film Festival, to discuss their documentary 'Yo (Love Is a Rebellious Bird)' which won a Silver Bear for Outstanding Artistic Contribution at the festival. The directors spent an extraordinary 16 years working on their deeply personal project, a portrait of Fitch's unforgettable friend Yolando Shea – the 'Yo' of the title – showcasing remarkable patience and dedication to their craft. Their patient approach, combined with exceptional skill and creativity, ultimately earned them one of the most prestigious honors at the 76th Berlinale, which concluded on a politically charged note with several films addressing contemporary global issues. The EFM DocSalon session provided a platform for the filmmakers to share insights about their long-form documentary process, the challenges of maintaining a project over nearly two decades, and the emotional journey of capturing their subject's life story on film.