2025 Feature FILMS

A MAN WITH SOLE celebrates the 40-year legacy of fashion icon and activist Kenneth Cole, who has consistently placed ‘cause’ before commerce. Through his work on AIDS awareness, LGBTQIA+ rights, homelessness, mental health, and social justice, Cole has sparked vital conversations, broken stigmas, and empowered change. The film honors his unyielding commitment to giving a voice to the voiceless and inspiring action for good.

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INHERITANCE chronicles 11 years in the life of Curtis, a hopeful 12-year-old growing up in a family plagued by addiction across five generations. Set against the backdrop of America’s opioid epidemic, the film reveals the deep ties between substance use, poverty, and a fading sense of community. Through Curtis’s journey, it paints a poignant portrait of love, resilience, and struggle in the face of generational challenges.

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SUGARCANE, the award-winning debut feature documentary from Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie, is a groundbreaking investigation into an Indian residential school, shedding light on years of forced separation, assimilation and abuse that Indigenous children experienced at the hands of Church and government. This urgent and timely film brings the hidden story of cultural genocide to audiences worldwide while celebrating the resilience of Native people as they work to overcome cycles of intergenerational trauma.

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Set in the heart of America’s Deep South, PLAINSPOKEN delves into the rich history and dual legacy of Plains, Georgia. The film examines its significance as the hometown of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter—America’s longest-living President and First Lady—while also exploring the region’s ongoing conversations about race and class.

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LET THEM BE NAKED follows designer and activist Jeff Garner as he confronts the hidden dangers of toxic chemicals in everyday clothing. Sparked by his mother’s death from breast cancer, Garner partners with global innovators to expose these risks and champion ethical fashion. Through his journey, the film envisions a healthier, more sustainable future for the industry and the planet.

BLACK GIRLS is a powerful documentary celebrating the resilience and advocacy of Black women who transform adversity into community impact. Featuring stories from Olympic icon Allyson Felix, food justice pioneer Olympia Auset, and literacy advocate Marley Dias, among others, the film highlights their diverse efforts to inspire change. Through intergenerational healing and activism, BLACK GIRLS showcases the unyielding spirit of women dedicated to uplifting their communities and creating lasting legacies.