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Arts Engine supports, produces and distributes independent media of consequence and promotes the use of independent media by advocates, educators and the general public. By fostering the production and use of independent film, video and new media, Arts Engine connects media makers and active audiences in order to spur critical consideration of pressing social issues.
The Media That Matters Film Festival is the premiere showcase for short films on the most important topics of the day. Local and global, online and in communities around the world, Media That Matters engages diverse audiences and inspires them to take action.
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The Next Wave
The Carteret islanders struggle to relocate as some of the world's first climate change refugees. ...
Regions: Global, Oceania, Papua New Guinea
Issues: Environment, Indigenous peoples, Refugees
Bits and Pieces - A Short from Jordan
Traditional mosaics illustrate a collage of contemporary Jordanian sentiments, challenging common misconceptions of the Middle East.
...Regions: Jordan, Middle East and Caucasus
Issues: Freedom of religion & belief, Religion, Terrorism
Why Do White People Have Black Spots?
Youth in Ghana pose questions to people outside of their borders and spark an ongoing dialogue through film.
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Regions: Global, Africa, Ghana
Issues: Education, Freedom of opinion & expression, Immigration
The Secret Life of Paper
Why does the United States consume far more paper than any other country on the globe?
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Regions: United States
Issues: Environment
Looking Back
Homeless Veteran Albert Lewis photographs his life and sheds light on the support of his community.
...Regions: United States
Issues: Housing, Poverty, Shelter
Knock Knock, Who's There?
What would you do to stop domestic abuse in your neighborhood?
...Regions: India, United States
Issues: Marriage, Violence against women
Exiled in America
Five siblings struggle to support their American livelihoods after their mother is deported to Mexico.
...Regions: Mexico, United States
Issues: Detention, Immigration
Will I Be Next?
Chicago youth explore the effects of gun violence in their neighborhoods and demand change for the future.
...Regions: United States
Issues: Children's rights, Poverty, Violence
La Hoja
The United States' war on drugs challenges Bolivian traditions with broad and damaging results.
...Regions: Bolivia
Issues: Drugs & human rights, Indigenous peoples
Locusts
Hip Hop artists join Detroit citizens to speak up about the effects of ill-planned urban developments. ...