The Cure For Depression with Elijah Crawford

In this episode, we learn about the life and career of Elijah Crawford, a young black filmmaker on the cusp of great work. Elijah speaks about his newest project that debuted in 2024, The Cure for Depression, and how he employed experiential design to make it more than it might have been. Elijah discusses his evolution as an artist and what it takes to succeed in today’s cinematic universe. Elijah’s energy and vitality are on clear display throughout our conversation.

 

Elijah Crawford

Elijah Crawford is the co-founder and Director of Ugly Art. His career has taken him from modeling on billboards to being featured in multiple magazines, including Essence, The Cut, and Insider, for his creative direction and fashion. However, his true passion has always been behind the camera. Although he never attended film school, his vision is shaped by a deep study of movies, television shows, and art exhibitions over the years. With a flair for creativity and a strong focus on color, style, and composition, he has cultivated an aesthetic that draws you into a fascinating world of his own creation. His style can best be described as evoking nostalgia for a moment you’ve never experienced.

Elijah most recently debuted his cinematic work, The Cure for Depression, in May 2024.