If you love photography and a good, impactful documentary, add SHOOT THE PEOPLE to your watchlist immediately. But don’t wait too long, as it’s only showing for a short time in selected cinemas.
The film follows celebrated photographer and activist Misan Harriman, one of the most prominent photographers of the Black Lives Matter movement. He was also the first Black male photographer to shoot a cover for British Vogue in its 104-year history (Nadine Ijewere had shot one a year before). He captures the raw energy of modern civil rights protests. The movie takes a look at how digital activism and collective action are rewriting history in real-time.
Directed by BAFTA-winner Andy Mundy-Castle (known for his incredible work with Doc Hearts), the film is already getting massive praise. Even Guy Pearce called it “extraordinarily moving” and “emboldening.” This is a photographer who uses his photography as a powerful vehicle to tell the stories that matter, with an eye to inspire and provoke thought – and you can find out all about his life and work in this fascinating documentary.
Films and documentaries about photographers are few and far between, but getting to go behind-the-scenes and catch a glimpse of any creator’s work is always such a massive privilege. This isn’t a film with a huge release, but if you can see it in the cinema then you’ll get the benefit of the fantastic photography being shown on the big screen.
How to watch: If you’re in the UK or Ireland, you can catch it on the big screen in select cinemas, it’s on this weekend in a number of locations, with some further showings throughout the summer. Those fortunate enough to be in the US or Canada can stream it on Apple TV, Watermelon+, or Fandango at Home. Check out shootthepeople.com for local showtimes and streaming links.
To whet your appetite, watch the official trailer below.
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