Kelly Fyffe-Marshall is a highly accomplished director, screenwriter, and social activist who has made a significant impact in the film industry and beyond. With a diverse range of experience in directing music videos, documentaries, narratives, and branded content, she has also been recognized as a juror for the Canadian Academy of Film and Television and several film festivals.
Kelly's impressive body of work includes the award-winning short film Haven (2018),which premiered at SXSW and won the Audience Choice award at BAFTA, as well as her two-part short film Black Bodies (2020) and Marathon (2020). The latter was a response to a viral racial incident that occurred in California and was birthed from a collective of artists who align with social advocacy. The film was officially selected for TIFF 20 and nominated for Best Canadian Short.
Kelly's passion for humanitarianism and her love for film led her to speak at TEDx Youth Toronto 2018 about making change in the world. Her speech, "Make Ripples Where You Are," encourages youth to become global citizens and make a positive impact.
As a self-titled afro diasporic impact filmmaker, Kelly uses her platform to change perspectives, create healing, and share powerful stories. Her work has a lasting impact, and she strives to make a difference in the world, no matter how small.
Currently, Kelly is in development for her debut feature film When Morning Comes and is also working with her non-profit organization, We Have The Right To Be Right (RTBR),to restore life in the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian.
