"What a week. We began with the celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. King in Atlanta, where we screened the film at the King Center with the film's stars, Kimberly and Scott Roberts. Then, the Obamas moved into the White House. Now this. Wow!
"We were at Sundance, one year after the film premiered here, when we got the news that Trouble the Water was nominated in the Best Documentary Feature category. Kimberly and Scott were in New Orleans and we were all on the phone together when the announcement hit the internet.
"In a year with so many amazing films, from filmmakers we so admire, we are thrilled and honored by this recognition and hope it will translate into desperately needed attention for the gulf coast and communities throughout the country that are fighting for their survival."
Congratulations to all of the nominess. Celebrate all of this year's great films at the IDA's 27th Annual Nominees Reception, Wednesday, February 18, hosted by Lily Tomlin. Get program and ticketing info here!