2024 PROGRAM
FROM HERE/FROM THERE (DE AQUÍ/DE ALLÁ)
GRADES 7-12
SUGGESTED SUBJECT AREAS: History, Social Studies, Latinx Culture, History, Government, Political Science, Activism
IN THEATER: Thursday, May 2 • 11:00am – 12:30pm | Smith Rafael Film Center
ONLINE: April 29–May 3 | Available to schools anywhere in the U.S.
When ICE threatens 700,000 fellow Dreamers, Luis Cortes Romero fights back — and becomes the first undocumented attorney to argue a case at the U.S. Supreme Court. A charismatic immigration attorney and DACA recipient, Luis risks his own safety to join a powerful and highly visible legal team. Their stunning Supreme Court win fortifies a growing, vigorous and urgent campaign for compassionate immigration reform with a pathway to citizenship.
Director Marlene Gale Morris (US 2024) 66 min
*This film contains mild profanity*
This film is part of our year-round ¡Viva el cine! + Education Program
DOC SHORTS
TOTAL PROGRAM 76 MIN | GRADES 8-12
SUGGESTED SUBJECT AREAS: Asian American Culture, LGBTQIA+, Social Studies, Latinx Culture, Activism, Black Culture, Visual Arts, Social Justice, Black Studies
IN THEATER: Friday, May 3 • 11:00am – 12:30pm | Smith Rafael Film Center
ONLINE: April 29–May 3 | Available to schools anywhere in the U.S.
From a backyard in San Francisco to a drag queen’s memorial celebration, this DocLands Education documentary shorts program encompasses complex and joyful portraits of community leaders, family dynamics, and an iconic family-owned business.
Featuring mainly Bay Area filmmakers and offering distinct styles with unflinching directorial voices, these short films allow us to step into other realities and appreciate the singular genre of documentary filmmaking.
SMALL STEPS, BIG FUTURE
Delving into the dynamic environment of a bilingual preschool in San Francisco, Corrie runs her own preschool called La Bamba. This space driven by community-building and inclusivity highlights the transformative power of education on both individuals and the community.
Luca Capponi (US 2023) 17 min
*This film contains references to domestic violence*
I WOULD’VE BEEN HAPPY
A filmmaker reconstructs memories of his family’s domestic spaces in the hope to uncover logic or reason to a broken home.
Jordan Wong (US 2023) 9 min
BENKYODO: THE LAST MANJU SHOP IN J-TOWN
Ricky and Bobby Okamura wrestle with closing their beloved family-owned manju shop after serving the San Francisco Japantown community for 115 years.
Tadashi Nakamura, Akira Boch (US 2023) 16 min
DON’T CRY FOR ME ALL YOU DRAG QUEENS
A striking portrait of belonging and memory, Joseph “Josie” Cavallucci (aka Mother Cavallucci) was a legendary New Hope drag queen in the 70s and 80s that left a lasting impact on today’s LGBTQIA+ community.
Kristal Sotomayor (US 2024) 9 min
TO BE INVISIBLE
Every week for the past three years, Alexis and Kellie have stood outside Durham County’s child welfare agency, demanding the return of their children. Together, they embark on a journey to bring their children home.
Myah Overstreet (US 2023) 25 min
DOCLANDS EDUCATION IS MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM
NANCY P. AND RICHARD K. ROBBINS FAMILY FOUNDATION
