This duo of documentary films made in Michigan have a focus on social justice.
CITIZEN: THE JILMAR RAMOS STORY tells the story of following the near-deportation of U.S. citizen and Marine Jilmar Ramos-Gomez, despite the fact he had his passport in his pocket. Directed by Jose Guadalupe Jimenez Jr. (Runtime: 30 min)
WRONGED: Maurice Carter is wrongfully convicted of a crime he did not commit in Benton Harbor, Michigan, and finds himself ensnared in a unjust legal system. As he spends years behind bars, his hope dwindles, until his case catches the attention of Doug Tjapkes, a former radio newsman who believes he can help. Doug, along with a dedicated group of supporters, embarks on a relentless fight to prove Maurice's innocence, uncovering buried evidence and exposing the deep flaws within the justice system. Their battle against the odds reveals not only the systemic racism and corruption that led to Maurice's conviction but also the power of determination, faith, and the human spirit in the quest for justice. Directed by: Nate Roels (Runtime 43 minutes)