Becoming is an intimate look into the life of former First Lady Michelle Obama during a moment of profound change, not only for her personally but for the country she and her husband served over eight impactful years in the White House. The film offers a rare and up-close look at her life, taking viewers behind the scenes as she embarks on a 34-city tour that highlights the power of community to bridge our divides and the spirit of connection that comes when we openly and honestly share our stories.
Don't miss the digital conversation with Director Nadia Hallgren and journalist Tre'vell Anderson on capturing the former First Lady with unprecedented access.
Nadia Hallgren, Director
Nadia Hallgren is an award-winning filmmaker and cinematographer from The Bronx, New York. In 2019, her documentary short, After Maria, was shortlisted for an Academy Award. Nadia won the Special Jury prize at SXSW in 2018 for her independent episodic series and a Webby Award for the documentary Gavin Grimm vs. Her work in cinematography includes the Sundance award-winner Motherland (2017), Academy Award-nominated and Sundance Grand Jury Prize-winner Trouble the Water (2008), and Sundance award-winner Trapped (2016).