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Healing in The Valley

Discover the incredible journey of healing in the valley in this captivating short documentary. Join our hero story as he shares his personal experiences with venereal disease, HIV, and the groundbreaking advancements in treatment over the years.

Healing in the Valley highlights stories of African Americans living with HIV and investigates how stigma and anti-Black racism makes African American communities more vulnerable to this disease. It also draws upon the expertise of doctors, researchers, faith leaders, outreach workers, and activists to explore solutions to addressing the HIV epidemic.

  • Miguel S Hampton
    Director
  • Jelani Kerr
    Director
  • Miguel S Hampton
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    29 minutes 21 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    November 30, 2021
  • Production Budget:
    50,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Canon C100 II: HD 1920 x 1080
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Black August Film Festival
    San Francisco
    United States
  • Louisville International Film Festival
    Louisville
    United States
  • The Oklahoma Black Film Festival
    Oklahoma
    United States
    Semi-Finalist
  • Urban Dreams Mental Health Film Festival
    New York, NY
    May 2, 2024
  • Afrikana Independent Film Festival
    Richmond Virgina
    United States
Director Biography - Miguel S Hampton, Jelani Kerr

Miguel is the founder and driving force behind F5 Enterprises, LLC and Photography By Miguel H. His primary goal is to create compelling and impactful art that authentically represents the narratives of his clients. With over 15 years of experience as a professional portrait and event photographer, complemented by a decade-long career in filmmaking, Miguel specializes in capturing stories of social equity and producing podcasts tailored for non-profits and small businesses.

In addition to his artistic talents, Miguel possesses a solid foundation in Business Management, Marketing & Branding, Event Development, and Business Coaching, enriching his creative endeavors with strategic insight and professionalism. Situated in New Albany, Indiana, Miguel's studio serves as the hub for his creative endeavors.

Listeners can access Miguel's podcast on leading platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Amazon Music, where his expertise and engaging storytelling captivate audiences.

Miguel also has a background in Business Management, Marketing & Branding, Event Development and Business Coaching. His studio is based in New Albany, Indiana.

Miguel’s Podcast: Common Conversations with That Guy Miguel H.
Spotify | Apple Podcast | Google Podcast | Amazon Music

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