Between Frames

Life in the spaces between stories.

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I’m Elaine. I make documentary films and tell stories. I live in Appalachia. I am a mom of two and work with my husband and cinematographer, Curren.

My Substack explores the connections between storytelling, cinema, philosophy, ethics, and place. For me, storytelling isn’t just a form of art - it's a reflection of our relationship with one another and the places we inhabit.

Between Frames offers a space to contemplate the stories that lie beyond the screen—those that grapple with ethical questions, examine our relationships, and help us navigate the complexities of places and people. Through the lens of cinema and personal storytelling, I try to find wisdom in the pauses, the silences, and the in-between moments that define how we live, work, and connect with one another.

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