“Indian Magna Carta”: The Proclamation of 1763 and the Indigenous People’s Rights Frontier examines the Royal Proclamation of 1763, also known as the Indian Magna Carta, and explores its profound implications on Indigenous rights in North America. The film uncovers King George III's motive behind the Proclamation, which shaped treaties and legal understanding and
Wade in the Water: How African Americans Got Back Into the Pool by Abigail Giroux spotlights Baltimore City's history of racial segregation, particularly in swimming, and shows how African Americans were systematically barred from pools and beaches from the 1920s onward. The film sheds light on an often overlooked aspect of the Civil Rights
Glen Canyon: Frontiers Opened, Paradise Flooded delves into the intricate history of the Colorado River, specifically focusing on Glen Canyon’s profound impact on the American Southwest's environment and water resources. The film investigates the environmental movement, the legacy of the Glen Canyon Dam, and the contemporary challenges of drought and climate change.
Listen, World: How Elsie Robinson Changed American Newspapers showcases an unsung pioneer in women's history and journalism. As the most-read woman in America during the early 20th century, Robinson's work not only challenged norms but pushed frontiers for women in the workplace while advocating for equal rights for all Americans.
Pearl Kendrick, The Pioneering Researcher Who Ended a Deadly Plague explores the life and groundbreaking achievements of Pearl Kendrick, a visionary scientist whose work revolutionized disease prevention. The film highlights Kendrick's tenacity in pushing the boundaries of bacteriology by creating the first successful pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine. Her transformative work not only saved lives
The Papunya Tula Art Movement: Crossing the Frontier from Ephemeral Indigenous Australian Art to Cultural Preservation by Maia Lim Laurie from Singapore American School explores the journey of Indigenous Australian art, highlighting the shift from ephemeral expressions to cultural preservation. The film emphasizes the transformative impact of the Papunya Tula Art Movement in the
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