Part quest for justice – part journey towards healing. Decorated Nashville cop Mark Wynn wrestles with his own violent childhood while working to reform decades of domestic violence mishandling, cover-ups, and abuse from deep within law enforcement.
“I lived with a monster. I know how this works....

In the mountains of Bolivia, a collective of Indigenous women challenge gender stereotypes through skateboarding.

Director(s): Rebecca Basaure & Mariano Carranza
Bolivia | 15 minutes
Language(s): Spanish
Subtitles: English

UHURU is an intimate and emotive portrayal of life with Parkinson's disease in Tanzania. In a country with limited healthcare resources we follow the complex journeys of three people with Parkinson's. From the devastating impact of their symptoms to the struggles of obtaining an accurate diagnosi...

Bridging the worlds between VRChat and reality, this unique documentary follows a friendship founded in VR that blossoms into an act of life changing generosity.

Hiyu, a Stockholm-based VR creator is battling imminent kidney failure. His online friend from New York, Photographotter, hears the...

In the remote Nuba Mountains of Sudan, decades of war have uprooted the lives of millions, and vestiges of conflict riddle the landscapes of daily life. Yet as a new war reverberates outward from the nation's capital, this quiet region that was once a target area is now becoming a safe haven. In ...

A 22-year-old Black American woman speaks about her life as a filmmaker, model, athlete, activist and survivor after being sexually assaulted at age 15.

Director(s): Sterling Hampton IV
United States | 12 minutes
Language(s): English
Subtitles: English

Periods can be hard, and being able to access the right products can be even harder. When financial situations get tough, menstruators often have to “put a sock in it”.

Many struggle with period poverty and it affects them in a way where it is detrimental to both their physical and mental health...

Christine, 17-years-old, got married when she was 15, lost her first child when she was 16, and she is now seven months pregnant. Rose, 16-years-old, is currently breastfeeding first child of five months. Christine dropped out of school in secondary two and Rose dropped out at the end of primary ...

Mujeres Fuertes (Strong Women) is a micro-budget, mission-driven, women-led production.

"Mujeres Fuertes" (Strong Women) is a story of self-defense, personal power, and freedom. It is our intention that our documentary educate audiences about violence prevention tools and inspire people to live ...

What if our way of life could connect with a thriving nature, rather than destroying its richness and diversity? This is what socio-bioeconomy proposes and is turning into a reality on the ground. This model connects the traditional knowledge of communities about the best ways to use, restore, an...

The media often portrays unrealistic standards that damage the self-esteem and confidence of those who do not meet “ideal” beauty standards. This film focuses on Onyi, who, despite the pressures of society, is unapologetically herself.

Director(s): Tamara Sims, Elissa Fong & Brigette Barrales
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In a world where family values often face adversity, this inspiring documentary follows the extraordinary journey of Mama Mary Yakubu. The intimate film captures her unwavering dedication as a devoted wife and mother who defies the odds, taking on physically demanding jobs to secure a better futu...

This documentary tells the story of India’s only all-dwarf theater group. Many of them once worked as clowns in circuses, but through theater, they have found respect, dignity, and love. They are now building their own village, with homes made to fit their needs. It’s where they live, practice, a...

In the city of Qom, the most restricted city in Iran, there are many restrictions on human rights such as mandatory hijab to assure sexual safety; Hossein (M, 30) grew up in this environment and experienced multiple sexual assaults by men, despite these measures. Due to stereotypes around masculi...

THE HAPPINESS SHOP is more than just a retail shop in the streets of Vietnam - it’s a beacon of empowerment and inclusivity. Founded with a unique mission to provide meaningful employment opportunities for women with disabilities. Through their work crafting souvenirs from recycled materials, the...

While navigating a myriad of life challenges, Anjelica turned to the outdoors to improve her mental health only to discover a noticeable lack of other plus-size women of color on trail. By posting a simple flyer looking for more women to hike with, Anjelica created a community she never could hav...

In the heart of Los Angeles, two members of an innovative Street Medicine team devote their livelihood to helping their unhoused patients receive care, hope, and connection.

Director(s): Reed Martin
2023 | 22 minutes
United States |
Language(s): English
Subtitles: English

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Garment worker Veasna bets big on her husband’s barber shop, providing her family’s land title as collateral to obtain a microfinance loan and finance his business. Soon after opening, the business goes bust and her husband runs off with his mistress, leaving her alone to face credit officers. Ph...

In their new album, the Catalan group Xiula delves into death and mourning. As both musicians and therapists and educators, they decide to spend a weekend in the countryside with families who have lost loved ones and are willing to share their experiences to collectively create a song. This poign...

26 years older than his wife, Nasar has started a family late in life. Afraid that he won't be around to see his children grow up, he decides to be cryogenically frozen upon death in the hope of coming back to life. As his family grapples with what it means for their lives, and whether they shoul...

Since 1988, Ocean’s Harbor House in New Jersey has offered refuge, aid, and intervention for vulnerable youth and families. Through their transitional living program, one determined young woman found solace, leading to a transformative journey from hardship to newfound strength. Her experience ig...

Set in the Kono district of Sierra Leone, this documentary film captures the beauty of blackness through the lens of the youth coming of age amid a skin-bleaching epidemic.

Director: Adisa Septuri, Ebony Gilbert
Producer: Adisa Septuri, Ebony Gilbert

2022 | 30 min

Sierra Leone

Languages: Sier...

The life of legendary AIDS activist Ruth Brinker and her legacy of healing people through meals with love in San Francisco.

Director: Apo Bazidi
Producer: Burn A Light Productions

2022 | 23 min

USA

Languages: English

Subtitles: English, Spanish

Paperboy Love Prince is a far cry from your typical New York City mayoral candidate. They can often be found in Washington Square Park standing on top of a bedazzled school bus rapping about social issues. When they announced their run for mayor, many laughed them off as a joke candidate.

Howeve...