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11 films in package
WE WERE MEANT TO
In a world where Black men have wings and their first flight is a rite of passage, Akil must defy fears, insecurities, and societal barriers while discovering his perfect launch into manhood.
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Oasis
At the dawn of their teenage years, Raphaël and Rémi are twins whose close bond is tested as one of them faces growing challenges related to a disability and grapples with the constraints of childhood. During one last summer surrounded by nature, time appears to stand still.
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Rosemary A.D. (After Dad)
As he cradles his newborn, a father wonders if his daughter would be better off without him and imagines her life once he is gone. Completely hand-drawn with crayons.
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nothing, except everything.
A graduating high schooler navigates a world of seemingly inevitable chaos by finding order in the number 7.
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Ayenda
Summer 2021 – As Kabul falls to the Taliban, members of the Under-18 Afghan National Women’s Football Team attempt a daring evacuation from their homeland.
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Love, Grandma
An empty bed, a noisy vacuum, an awkward family dinner.
The Barber of Little Rock
"The Barber of Little Rock" explores the racial wealth gap in America through the story of People Trust, a homegrown community bank in Little Rock, Arkansas, working to uplift a community that has been largely excluded from the financial engines that create wealth.
Deciding Vote
Over 50 years ago, a now-forgotten New York assemblyman cast a single tie-breaking vote that legalized abortion in New York and laid the groundwork for Roe v Wade, but destroyed his political career in the process.
Sleep Study
A restless new mother confronts a dangerous terror whenever she tries to sleep.
They Grow Up So Fast
When Brian meets Amy after a night out on the town, things move a lot faster than he'd anticipated.
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Shadow Brother Sunday
A down-on-his-luck musician returns home on the day of his younger brother’s movie premiere to steal his computer and sell it to the paparazzi.
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"The Barber of Little Rock" explores the racial wealth gap in America through the story of People Trust, a homegrown community bank in Little Rock, Arkansas, working to uplift a community that has been largely excluded from the financial engines that create wealth.


Film Contact:

John Hoffman

jhoffman@storysyndicate.com

  • Year
    2023
  • Runtime
    35 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Premiere
    World Premiere
  • Genre
    African/African American, Current Events/History, Race
  • Content Warning
    Suitable for All Ages
  • Director
    John Hoffman, Christine Turner
  • Producer
    Christina Avalos
  • Executive Producer
    Dwyane Wade, Liz Garbus, Dan Cogan, Jon Bardin
  • Cast
    Featuring Arlo Washington
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