Documentary
“For Peanut” by Matthew Palmer
Daryl has known nothing but adversity. Homelessness, violence, and loss have plagued his life in East Baltimore. Nonetheless, thanks to a kind mentor and a recreational ice hockey team, he's persevered.
“DIAMOND IN THE DIRT” By Hussain M Hassan & Sean Kardar
A portrait piece into the mind of Robbie 'The Camden Caretaker' Chapman - a journeyman boxer and his battle between desire and duty.
“Sofia Mamani | Corriendo Conmigo” By Alex Fischman Cardenas
Director Alex Fischman Cardenas traveled to Puno, Peru to shoot this short documentary alongside Director of Photography Jesse Bronstein and the taxi driver they hired at the airport. Alex tells the story of long-distance runner Sofia Mamani and her family and captures the meditative qualities of running and training in the mountains.
“Dream Tricks: Over A Six Stair” By Adam Seward
A short documentary portrait of Annie, a Trans femme skateboarder, as she attempts a trick she's never done before: a Varial Heelflip over a six stair. While prepping for the landing and heading out on tour with her band, Dilly Dally, Annie navigates her identity and the dysphoria that comes along with transitioning.
“The Texan Spirit” By Olexiy Kryvych
Tony Nunez balances his life between pedicabbing, leather-working, being a husband, and a father to 3 children. The film takes a quick glimpse into his life in the warm atmosphere of Austin, TX.
“BAAR” By Dev Walker
After battling a life-threatening disease, a young man with down syndrome proves that challenges are meant to be overcome and that there's no obstacle big enough to steal his joy. His determination is inspirational. His kindness is golden. His name is Joey Baar.
“Last Halloween” By Gerard Zarra
After the post pandemic return of New York’s fabled Halloween parade, the store’s faithful staff reunited to open its doors for one last hurrah.
“A Crack in the Universe” By Brandon Bloom
For the last several decades, Hope Center for the Arts has been cultivating a niche corner of Anaheim's musical and visual arts scene by giving the city's intellectually disabled community a place to express themselves through the arts.
“Yoga Rider” By Marco Espirito Santo
In the high-speed sport of Downhill Skateboarding, Alexandre Moreno finds an unlikely edge in Yoga. Part of Betclic Portugal's "Defy the Odds" campaign, this short documentary tells the story of Downhill Skateboarder Alexandre Moreno as he recalls his journey into the sport and reveals how his Yoga practice has been decisive in his performance.
“Kasama” By Nick Cavalier
Kasama is a tagolog word for together, companion, company. A documentary character portrait of husband and wife culinary duo, Genie Kwon and Tim Flores as they open their first Chicago restaurant Kasama during a global pandemic.
“Never Ran” By Stephen Stinson
Never Ran follows Michael McGaha, aka Mike Floss, as he ruminates on his purpose and work following the racial injustice of 2020.
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