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A Round of Applause for Impact Kickstart Alumni!
Since Impact Kickstart‘s creation six years ago, we have had the privilege of supporting underrepresented filmmakers in developing impact campaigns that address some of the most critical issues of our time. We’re thrilled by what’s recently unfolded for some of our past grantees! Following a BlackStar Film Festival win for…
READ MORE »An Ear to the Wall; a Hand on the Heart: The Importance of Putting Incarcerated Stories Back in the Hands of Incarcerated People
Imani Russell writes about the intersection of social life and social issues, and works to reimagine new avenues towards social justice. This work can be done in many ways, but they’d like to start with a story. ~~~ Being in control of your own life is a human right. However,…
READ MORE »2023 Works-in-Progress Lab Recipients
The Cucalorus Works-in-Progress (WiP) Lab supports social justice documentaries with a focus on Black storytelling. Co-designed and coordinated by Working Films, participating artists will receive feedback on their work-in-progress and explore audience engagement strategies through workshops, consultations, and community screenings during a residency at Cucalorus’ campus from September 24th through October 1st, 2023.…
READ MORE »Beyond Walls Breaks Down Barriers
Beyond Walls breaks down barriers in its most recent screening event at the Mayday Space in New York City This summer, Working Films is launching our organizing initiative Beyond Walls. In partnership with the Center for Political Education, Critical Resistance, MPD150 and Survived + Punished, this project helps us reimagine…
READ MORE »Announcing Impact Kickstart 2023
For a documentary film to make a difference, a solid strategy for audience engagement and strong partnerships are key. Filmmakers often lack time to do this work themselves or the expertise and the funds to pay for it. Emerging filmmakers, creators of color, and underrepresented artists can face the biggest…
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