Film Library

After having endured an abusive relationship with a young man, Becca found her life falling apart and was hospitalized in Denver for depression and anxiety. Her film ROCK BOTTOM chronicles her journey back to life, while sharing unvarnished accounts of the abuse. Interviews with friends and family (and even her own therapist) provide a multi-dimensional account of domestic violence among teenagers.

In SHADE, filmmaker Antreise Lacey examines how representations of light and dark skin play a role in creating destructive stereotypes.

Set against the crumbling landscape of Chicago’s battered south side, IN MY FATHER’S HOUSE is a yearlong journey from homelessness and alcoholism to self-discovery and redemption as Grammy-winning rapper Che “Rhymefest” Smith reunites with his homeless father in a quest to reclaim his neighborhood and discover his true self as a father and son.

Honolulu, August 20, 1994. Tyke the circus elephant goes on a rampage in front of thousands of horrified onlookers. Her break for freedom will leave a city in shock and spark a global battle over our use of wild performing animals. (Graphic Images)

Since her husband passed away, Albertine – a 81 year-old woman – decided to isolate herself from the world. One evening, she is introduced to Mr. Dumont, whose intention is to let Albertine spend an unforgettable night…

BOTH GENDERS explores the complex and fascinating subject of gender identity and gender non-conforming identities.

A Cincinnati public school fights to break the cycle of poverty in its Urban Appalachian neighborhood, where senior Raven Gribbins aims to become the first in her troubled family to graduate and go to college. When Principal Craig Hockenberry’s job is threatened, it becomes clear it’s a make-or-break year for both of them.

First dates can be minefields of decorum and double standards in Rory Uphold’s Traction. Andy, the self-righteous single woman from Uphold’s “Safety”, goes on a perfectly okay first date that’s quickly sidelined by a racist joke.

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO focuses on a group of teenagers and young adults on the autism spectrum preparing for an iconic American rite of passage –a Spring Formal.

A brawl on Everest? Director Jennifer Peedom set out to uncover tension in the 2014 Everest climbing season from the Sherpas’ point of view, and instead captured a tragedy when an avalanche struck, killing 16 Sherpas. SHERPA, tells the story of how the Sherpas united after the tragedy in the face of fierce opposition, to reclaim the mountain they call Chomolungma.

An animated documentary telling one mans’ decision to stand by his brother, a veteran returning from war, as he faces criminal charges, racism, and the ultimate punishment.

Two strangers unexpectedly meet at an airport. He mistakenly assumes her to be his assigned driver. She, enchanted by the random encounter, does not hurry to prove him wrong.