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612

'612' offers a poignant exploration of America's tumultuous lead-up to the 2024 presidential election, delving into the collision of ideals, shifting demographics, and societal evolution through th

Who Do You Protect?

Families of the victims of police violence seek justice and discover the layers of corruption behind the Los Angeles Police Department.

Deconstruction

After battling cancer for over thirteen years, Joyce Mallonee has decided to channel her experiences into an art show called Deconstruction.

Into the Storm formerly Recovering Irma

"Into the Storm" is a raw and introspective film that delves into Sandy's tumultuous journey, from childhood struggles to overcoming personal demons.

Habbal et al.

Synopsis: Dr. Shadia Habbal leads an international team of cloud-fearing astronomers as they prepare for the 2024 eclipse.

Ai Weiwei's Turandot

AI WEIWEI’S TURANDOT follows Chinese revolutionary artist, Ai Weiwei, as he brings his artistic vision and iconoclastic activism to Puccini’s Turandot at the Rome Opera House during his directorial operatic debut.

Pack is Here

With the increased visibility of transgender people in the United States, we are seeing a backlash that results in efforts to block trans people from participation in some of the most basic parts o

A Better Way: James Lawson, Architect of Nonviolence

This authorized documentary feature will provide a fresh lens on the inner workings of the Nonviolence Movement of America through the untold story of Rev. James Lawson

The Oakland Promise

THE OAKLAND PROMISE (working title)

NORMAN / NORMAN

After witnessing the brutal murder of his mother 30 years ago, Norman travels to Jamaica to piece together what happened and where he came from by confronting the murderer: his father.

Silent Thunder

There had always been a small number of black auto racers in the twentieth century who drove mostly for themselves. In 1972, Leonard W.

On These Grounds

An explosive video goes viral, showing a white school resource officer in South Carolina throw a Black teenager from her school desk.

The Dells: Next Generation

This is an educational documentary film that features interviews, images, archival footage, and music by The Dells and other popular artists from every era since 1877.

Invisible Legend

Bruce Langhorne was a child prodigy studying violin at Juilliard when an accident with a homemade rocket claimed three of his fingers.

Three Brothers in Shanghai

Escaping the Nazis in Austria, a Jewish family flees to Shanghai, one of the only places in the world willing to accept persecuted and impoverished refugees.

Untitled Shakespeare Documentary

A tenacious fashion photographer turned literary sleuth unravels the hidden web of influences behind Shakespeare's genius.

Sapiro: The Jew Who Sued Henry Ford

Sapiro: The Jew Who Sued Henry Ford

The Cheran Way

“The Cherán Way" captures the compelling story of Cherán, a P'urhépecha indigenous town in Mexico, rising against illegal logging to achieve self-determination and environmental revival.

Boxed Out: The Untold Story of the Eastern Professional Basketball League

The Eastern Professional Basketball League was the second-best pro basketball league in the country during the 1950s and early '60s when the NBA had 10 or fewer teams and only 100 players, an unwri

500 Miles Away From Home

Jiuying, a printmaker with Bi-Polar Disorder and in financial crisis, returns to her hometown to spend the holidays with her mother.

The Phosphate Trail

From opposite sides of the world, farmers, journalists and activists fight Morocco's occupation of Western Sahara. Together, they expose a human cost behind feeding Canadians.

Belva Davis, Reporting

This is the untold story of TV pioneer, Belva Davis, who broke color and gender barriers to become the first Black on-air newswoman west of the Mississippi.

Inquiry of Shadows

"Inquiry of Shadows" explores the psychological frameworks behind the Uyghur genocide in China.

The Sharp Edge of Peace

After decades of violence, the stakes at the Afghanistan peace talks are high for everyone. For women, they are immeasurable.

MISIMA

After a Canadian gold mine operation overtook her island for fifteen years, an indigenous landowner is left with struggles to defend her land tenure rights at a land court.

The Stolen

In March of 1976, General Jorge Videla toppled Argentina’s democracy and embarked on a brutal campaign of repression.

Los Cautivos: The First Battle Over Native American Education

As the Western frontier closed, America sought to forcibly re-educate Native Americans at Indian Boarding Schools.  Their motto was “Kill The Indian To Save The Man.”  In 1892, the Pueblo

Exodus Stories: Voices from the Caravan

With intimate access, Exodus Stories follows the high-stakes journeys of Central American immigrants Daisy, Dennis, and Cindy who escape violence and persecution and join the 2018-19 migrant carava

Joyva

In 1907, Sam’s great grandfather, a Jewish immigrant named Nathan Radutzky, started Joyva, a Jewish candy company that became ubiquitous in Jewish Americana and touched the lives of millions.

Monk in Pieces

Meredith Monk — composer, performer, and multimedia artist — overcame a hostile critical establishment to become one of the great artistic pioneers of her generation.

Come Dance With Me

COME DANCE WITH ME is a feature documentary film about the life of JACQUES D’AMBOISE, legendary ballet dancer and founder of National Dance Institute, and how he impacted millions of children’s liv

The Salesman of Science

One of the greatest discoveries of the 20th century is making a comeback, and a familiar name is helping lead the charge.

Weed & Wine (Part II)

The 2020 feature WEED & WINE followed a year in the life of two farming families: one growing biodynamic grapes in France; the other growing organic cannabis in California.

Let Us Read

'Let Us Read' explores various personal stories of living in a world full of misconceptions and systemic barriers toward dyslexia and other learning differences. However, thanks to decades of research, today, there is an effective teaching approach that empowers students with dyslexia and benefits all other students as well. This documentary pushes the conversation to the next step. How can we bring this solution to where the problem is and allow a fair education opportunity for everyone?

Transcendent (w/t)

In the heart of San Francisco, TRANSCENDENT follows a community of trans Latinas as they compete in the inaugural El/La Para TransLatinas business pitch showcase, Miss El/La Emprendedora, to win fu