Pamela PerryGoulardt, Award-Winning, Produced Screenwriter Releases New Book, The Girl Made of Earth and Water
Pamela PerryGoulart is a graduate from Cranbrook Academy of Art with a Master’s in Design, employs a mix of photography, hand painting, silk screening, and digital techniques in her work. With significant experiences, such as internships with visionary architect Paolo Soleri and color therapist Faber Birren, Pamela has seamlessly transitioned into film, where she utilizes her unique aesthetic to produce visually compelling and emotionally engaging narratives.
Her debut into the film industry was marked by the production of “Dark Realities,” a screenplay that demonstrates her flair for combining psychological insights with compelling storytelling. This film, like many of her projects, received international acclaim, showcasing her ability to engage audiences with experimental and thought provoking content. Her films, characterized by innovative narratives and a unique aesthetic, have been celebrated across the global festival circuit, winning awards for best experimental film and screenplay. These accolades underscore her successful adaptation of artistic principles to narrative filmmaking, where her visual and thematic choices continue to challenge and redefine the boundaries of traditional cinema. Each project underlines her commitment to creating films that are both visually arresting and rich in content, proving that film can be a powerful medium for psychological exploration and artistic expression.
The breadth of Pamela PerryGoulardt’s impact in the film industry is illuminated by her continuous recognition at film festivals worldwide. Her dedication to experimental filmmaking has led to numerous awards, such as Best Experimental Film at the Cine Sepia Reels Carnival and the Crown International Film Festival in 2023. These awards are a testament to her innovative approach to film and art, highlighting her skill in merging complex narratives with experimental techniques to create films that are not only visually stunning but also deeply reflective of human conditions. Pamela’s work is distinguished by her ability to tell stories that are both personal and universal, resonating with a wide audience while pushing the envelope in terms of cinematic expression. Her films often explore intricate psychological themes, which are brought to life through her sophisticated use of color, texture, and light, engaging the viewer on multiple sensory levels.
The success of her short film, The Girl Made of Earth and Water inspired her to take the story further and led to the release of her new book, The Girl Made of Earth and Water.
The short film “The Girl Made of Earth and Water” has received numerous accolades from the WILD FILMMAKER PLATFORM including: “The Best of Independent CInema from the World – Indie Hall of Fame Awards, 2025. Best Arthouse Short Film – Hollywood Film Critics Awards-2024. The Siena International Film Showcase 2025, and Tope alternative Screens – SPOTLIGHT ARTIST.
You have deep artistic roots. How did you transition from art to filmmaking?
I never truly “transitioned”—I evolved. My journey began as a photographer, crafting ‘stories without words’ through multi exposed images that conveyed layered narratives. As technology shifted from film to digital, I embraced new creative tools like Photoshop, Blend Editor, Photo Leap, and Photo Mirror, using them to reimagine my photographs into surreal compositions. More recently, I’ve begun incorporating AI-generated imagery alongside my own.
My book, The Girl Made of Earth and Water, is a picture book where photography plays a vital role. One of the main characters is a Blue Heron, inspired by the ones that nest each spring near the Forest Park where it lives in Connecticut. Many images in the book are actual photographs of these majestic birds, further bridging my artistic and cinematic worlds.
What is your philosophy in life, and how does it influence your creative work?
Philosophy is the backbone of all my writing. I’ve always been guided by the principles of George Bernard Shaw, who was influenced by Friedrich Nietzsche. “Prove all things” and “It is better to be cheated than not to trust” are words I live by, without regret.
I draw wisdom from thinkers like Michael Meade, Dr. Theresa Bullard, Don Jose Ruiz, Matías Gustavo DeStefano, and literary voices such as Gabriel García Márquez, Ernest Hemingway, and Clarissa Pinkola Estés. Each of them fuels my belief in hope, transformation, and the pursuit of new beginnings.
At the heart of it all, meditation is key—it deepens our consciousness, a view echoed by Freud, Jung, and others. To find your unique voice, you must first journey inward. My ultimate goal? To empower women and contribute to the healing of our planet.
Your short film, The Girl Made of Earth and Water, captivated the jury of the Gabriel García Márquez Prize 2024. What was your inspiration?
I wanted to craft a fairy tale that functions as a Mythical Hero’s Journey. Myths offer a way of revealing truth, allowing individuals to draw their own conclusions. The fundamental elements of existence—earth and water—shape us all, and I wanted a female protagonist because women are heroes but have historically been barred from embarking on these journeys.
My short film is a teaser for a larger fairy tale narrative. I created it to test the waters, to gauge whether there was an audience for this kind of storytelling. At its core, the film is about empowerment: encouraging women to take chances, cultivate confidence, embrace life fully, and monitor their inner dialogue. It teaches that mistakes are stepping stones to growth and that self-awareness leads to transformation.
I employed a poetic style to convey these themes. In the story, the girl becomes the new Mother Earth, and the boy becomes the new Father Time. The Blue Heron serves as her guide, representing intuition and higher consciousness.
“Take time to listen to your voice alone. Ask the trees, for they have not forgotten how to love.” Explain
This speaks to the essence of meditation. When you silence the external noise—the distractions, constant self-talk, and the relentless pace of modern life—you gain access to the deeper, wiser part of yourself, the eternal essence that defines you.
Nature is a bridge to this wisdom. When you immerse yourself in its presence, you reconnect with the innate magic that has never ceased to exist.
What was the catalyst for your children’s book?
The success of the short film inspired me to take the story further. As mentioned, I set out to write a Fairy Tale Hero’s Journey for girls, and the book became an extension of that vision—a way to refine the concept and build an audience.
Although the book is a picture book, it also serves as a Pitch Deck, outlining the scenes for a feature-length adaptation. I’m deeply grateful to the WILD FILMMAKER platform for supporting my vision. Much like novels that later become films, this book lays the foundation for a cinematic experience.
The story is mythological, carrying the theme that anything is possible. Walk us through the book—what makes it magical, and who is it for?
In a world of shifting landscapes, The Girl Made of Earth and Water embarks on a journey of transformation, guided by the wisdom of a Blue Heron. Along the way, she confronts challenges, defies expectations, and discovers the alchemy of resilience.
She meets an Old Crone—Mother Nature in disguise—and vows to restore balance by obtaining the tears of the Phoenix, the only force capable of purifying the Earth. But the journey is perilous, and time is running out. Will she succeed in her quest, or will fear and doubt close the portal forever?
This is a tale for dreamers, seekers, and those ready to embrace the unknown. Designed for children ages 3-15, the book invites readers into a mythical world where intuition, courage, and imagination create limitless possibilities.
Director and screenwriter Pamela PerryGoulardt, by adopting a classic animation style, takes us into what seems to be a fairy tale. The world, at this historical moment, needs fairy tales, and we always appreciate authors who choose this archaic yet effective narrative style. Federico Fellini considered “Pinocchio” one of the greatest novels of all time, and we agree, because fairy tales always carry great wisdom, essential for any artist who wishes to communicate something important to their readers or viewers.
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