Who helps bring the stories we watch to the screen?
On this episode of Janette’s TV Podcast, Janette Burke welcomes film producer Crystine Zhang, recipient of the Vaughan International Film Festival’s 2026 Indie Leader Award.
Meet a woman working behind the scenes of independent cinema, and join us in celebrating the creative leadership behind the films audiences discover.
For SAVVY women over 40 who love entertainment, compelling stories, and seeing women recognized for their work, this episode puts a filmmaker in the spotlight.
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ABOUT OUR GUEST
Crystine Zhang is a film producer whose credits include Lee, Glenrothan, and Josephine. She is VFF’s 2026 Indie Leader Award recipient.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystinezhang
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6289585/
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https://www.vaughanfilmfestival.com/
https://www.vaughanfilmfestival.com/indieleaders
ABOUT JANETTE
Janette Burke is a media personality, interviewer, red-carpet correspondent, host, moderator, MC, speaker, and founder of Janette’s TV Podcast. With more than 700 interviews, she connects audiences with celebrities, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, authors, experts, and changemakers.
Created for SAVVY women over 40, her entertainment and lifestyle platform includes Janette Behind-the-Scenes, Cookin’ With Janette, Janette’s Tips ’N’ Sips, Janette’s Take On…, and the free monthly SAVVY by Janette’s TV Podcast e-publication.
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