Cynthia Scott: podcast appearances and interviews

Cynthia Scott, born on January 1, 1939, is a Canadian filmmaker recognized for her work with the National Film Board of Canada. She has produced, directed, written, and edited numerous films, primarily focusing on documentary filmmaking. Her notable works include Flamenco at 5:15, which received the Academy Award for Best Documentary (Short Subject) at the 56th Academy Awards in 1984, and other projects that explore themes related to dancing and the dance world. Scott's contributions to the film industry have earned her both an Oscar and a Canadian Film Award, and she is a member of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts. She is also known for her personal life, being married to filmmaker John N. Smith, and is the mother of actor Dylan Smith.