Take the Hill tells the story of Dick Grace, a legendary winery owner who forged a singular life in Napa Valley. A man of intriguing contradictions, Grace served in the U.S. Marines and later in life, became friends with the Dalai Lama. He made a lot of money in finance but gave much of it away. And while he is a recovering alcoholic that doesn't drink, Dick and Ann founded Grace Family Vinyards which makes one of the top-rated cabernets in the country.

Directed by David Holbrooke

Run time: 24 min

Sentenced to life in prison for a minor drug offence, Fulton Leroy Washington turned to painting as a means of expressing himself during his 21 years behind bars. His circumstances are ordinary, but his talent is not. Thanks to Barack Obama, he was freed. Gabrielle Bruney tells the incredible story of Mr. Wash and the filmmakers who brought it to life. 

Mr. Washington will join us via Zoom.

Directed by Sean Mattison

Run time: 17 min

Designer Lee Kim found herself riding the subway while wearing a small hat she created out of pipe cleaners. Overwhelmed by the number of grins, inquisitive comments, and human connections she observed in the space of an hour, she began a 365-day project to create and wear a new hat each day. Lee's experiments continue to evolve, asking how we can form connections and share bright moments of joy together in isolation.

Lee Kim will join us for this film.

Directed by Emily McAllister

Run time: 12 min

Marcel Narucki presides over his final service, but the story doesn't end with the last prayer. Narucki and his stepdaughter, Amanda Blaurock, saw an opportunity to remake the church into a community center and multi-faith worship space for immigrants and refugees. Today it is the Village Exchange Center and describes itself as a one-stop-shop supporting integration, engagement and empowerment of newly arrived residents. 

Marcel and Amanda will join us for this film.

Directed by Rob Shearer

Run time: 22 min

After surviving an electrical fire that results in the amputation of his arms, a young actor named Prince must come to terms with being "differently-abled." Through his powerful and honest performances, he is able to find healing in his art, allowing him to form deep connections with his audience and the world around him.

Prince will join us via Zoom.

Directed by Jamie Miller

Run time: 16 min

A man finds his stolen bicycle, which now belongs to a stranger. While attempting to retrieve it, he struggles to remain human.

Directed by Tomar Shushan

Run time: 20 min

Earthrise tells the story of the first image captured of the Earth from space in 1968. 

This iconic image had a powerful impact on the astronauts and the world, offering a perspective that transcended national, political, and religious boundaries. Told 50 years later by the Apollo 8 astronauts, Earthrise compels us to remember this shift and to reflect on the Earth as a shared home.

Apollo 8 Commander Jim Lovell will join us via Zoom.

Directed by Emmanuel Vaughan-Lee

Run time 30 min

We Have Reached the Moment follows Vic Barret's journey as he shares the impacts of the climate crisis with his climate-denying father. Adding to this deeply-emotional challenge is Vic's concurrent gender transition, which simultaneously shifts their relationship from father-daughter to father-son.

Vic, like any one of us, desires acceptance, love, and support from his parent, but how do you connect with loved ones when their belief systems undermine your very identity and right to a safe future?

Special guest: Mo Fathelbab will lead us in a forum discussion.

Directed by Christi Cooper, Liz Smith

Run time: 34 min