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Charleen Swansea (1932–2018) was a North Carolina-based poet, teacher, and artist who served as a significant muse and mentor to filmmaker Ross McElwee. She appeared as a central subject in several of McElwee's acclaimed documentary films, including 'Charleen or How Long Has This Been Going On?' and 'Sherman's March', offering candid insights on art and life.
She was a North Carolina-based poet and educator who served as the long-time muse and mentor for filmmaker Ross McElwee.
She is known for appearing in several of Ross McElwee's acclaimed documentary films, including the portrait film Charleen or How Long Has This Been Going On? and Sherman's March.
She appeared primarily in observational, first-person documentaries that explored Southern life, art, and personal relationships.