About
Los Angeles-based filmmaker James Kicklighter spent the first 18 years of his life in Bellville, GA, population 123. After the unexpected death of his father at age 12, James has spent his career telling stories about loss and identity, directing and producing films since 2006. Recent work includes two documentary features, The American Question, rated 100% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, exploring the erosion of trust in America over 8 years, and The Sound of Identity, rated 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, following Lucia Lucas, following the first Trans opera singer to have a leading role on the American stage.
Filmography
The American Question2024 · Director, Editor, Executive Producer
A Dark Foe2021 · Production Coordinator
The Sound of Identity2020 · Editor, Director
Every 9 Hours2019 · Producer, Editor, Writer
Angel of Anywhere2018 · Editor, Director
Six L.A. Love Stories2016 · Associate Producer
Digital Edition2016 · Director
Desires of the Heart2015 · Director
Followed2011 · Director, Producer
The Car Wash2010 · Director, Writer