Short Films
An audio-visual portrait of what it's like to walk this land in the shoes of an immigrant under 30. A moment of reflection, that reminds us of the people that immigrated to this country when they were children.
Anastasia Ebel, owner of the Babybangz hair salon in Mid-City, New Orleans, reflects on her continuing desire to cultivate spaces of intentional reflection for both herself and her local New Orleans community.
JP Avila’s Prison Pies food cart showcases the tamales he learned how to make while incarcerated. As a communal and cultural ritual that started in childhood with his grandmother, JP’s concept of sharing his story through his business offers a glimpse of what ingenuity and conviviality taste like in prison.
The Sentence of Michael Thompson
Michael Thompson is the longest serving nonviolent offender in the history of Michigan. After 25 years, three appeals and two denied applications for clemency, it seems that Michael may finally have a chance at freedom.
An aspiring photojournalist discovers the power of her own voice while struggling to survive homelessness.
Freedom Dabka Group, a collective of Palestinian-American dancers living in Bay Ridge, use Dabka as a way to connect to their community and homeland.