Dawn Dusk

Directed By Blue Gerber and Jason Gerber

Chelli Look, an artist specializing in leather handbags, experiences overwhelming grief after the murder of her sister by her brother-in-law. In the years that follow, Chelli's journey towards healing forces her to rediscover who she is as an artist, leading to an unexpected revelation that takes her in a new direction.

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DAWN DUSK is an intimate, personal and therapeutic witness to a leather bag designer’s process of grief after the murder of her sister. It’s been 10 years since Chelli Look’s sister Megan was murdered by Megan’s husband. Chelli’s brand, CHC, is about to launch its latest collection called Dawn Dusk. Through it all, Chelli wrestles with how to honor Megan’s legacy, and the weight of running a business, while remaining an artist at heart. Eventually, Chelli must reconcile these things with the future of her brand. Chelli’s search for healing and her creative voice is poignant and relevant for anyone who's experienced loss. Woven with painterly visuals of the sun rising and setting, DAWN DUSK intimately captures an artist’s journey through grief and search for purpose.

Blue is a commercial and independent film director based in Los Angeles. She has directed commercials for major brands such as Walgreens, 7UP, Scotch-Brite, Meiomi Wine, Chipotle, Intelligentsia, LOEWE and more. Her talent shines in the work she’s done with organizations such as The Boys & Girls Clubs, GE Girls, Athletes Unlimited, XQ Institute, and a piece for Chicago Connected which was shared by President Barack Obama. Her short film Otis’ Dream, about voter suppression, was shared by Oprah as part of her Super Soul Sunday programming and gained attention from major media outlets. Her first feature film, an artist documentary called Dawn Dusk premiered at the American Documentary Film Festival and will be distributed publicly later this year. Blue was part of WIF’s mentorship program as a director’s circle mentee. She was also a finalist in the She Directed Female Filmmaker competition. Her work for Lincoln Park Community Services and XQ Institute have won Silver Tellys, and her film Otis’ Dream found success in the festival circuit, winning awards for best film at the I Will Tell Film Festival, the Los Angeles Movie Awards, and the March on Washington Film Festival. She has a knack for sensing motivations, drawing out real stories and emotions, making characters come to life. Off set, you can find her writing new stories, dabbling on guitar, in nature surfing or rock climbing, drinking a cocktail at Capri Club, and playing Dungeons & Dragons.

American Documentary and Animation Film Festival - March 2024

Lake County Film Festival - November 2024

Blue Whiskey Independent Film Festival - May 2025

Blue Whiskey Independent Film Festival - Best of Illinois

"A more fully rounded, three-dimensional study of the messiness of the mourning process - it refuses to conform to standard ‘inspirational’ narratives."
Zita Short, InSession Film
"It prepares you for a patient viewing experience, one focused on the quiet, meticulous work of making something beautiful in the wake of something terrible, exploring how loss can fundamentally reshape a person’s art and identity."
Zhi Ho, Gazettely
"A story that pulls together the fragments of loss, creativity, and the journey toward forgiveness, making for an unforgettable viewing experience that hits close to home."
Chris Jones, Overly Honest Reviews

Director / Producer - Sarah Blue Winslow

Director / Producer / DP - Jason Gerber

Subject - Chelli Look

Editor / Co-Producer - Meredith Mantik

Composer - Silas Hite