My Block My Hero
Jahmal Cole is the founder of My Block My Hood My City, a Chicago-based non-profit with a mission to inspire youth and empower local communities. He has been shot twice in his day-to-day life, an unfortunate reality that the teenagers and communities he has dedicated the organization to uplifting face on a daily basis in the murder capital of the United States. By leading community-driven efforts, Cole has made it his goal to build a better world one block at a time, while positively impacting the lives of the teens who grow up there. Through the Explorers program, My Block My Hood My City enables youth from Chicago’s divested neighborhoods to discover the world beyond their blocks, by taking them on enriching experiences across the city and the country that open the doors to new possibilities. In their latest adventure, the Explorers went behind the scenes at the Shedd Aquarium to learn how researchers are working to preserve the world's endangered coral reefs.
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Albert Crane IVExecutive ProducerYour Everyday Heroes
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Gina D'OnofrioDirectorYour Everyday Heroes
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Jahmal ColeKey Cast
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Gina D'OnofrioProducerYour Everyday Heroes
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Project Type:Documentary, Short
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Runtime:25 minutes
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Completion Date:January 3, 2025
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Production Budget:4,500 USD
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Country of Origin:United States, United States
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Country of Filming:United States, United States
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:UHD
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
Gina D'Onofrio is a writer and documentary filmmaker who graduated from Columbia College Chicago.
Jahmal Cole has dedicated his life to uplifting the youth and communities of Chicago. He is hands down one of the most genuine people I've ever met, and is certainly the most compelling speaker I have ever listened to. As for the Explorers, they were so engaged and interested when we were allowed to go behind the scenes at the Shedd Aquarium. I could see that the experience really opened their eyes to a career path they never knew existed. It is my great hope that this film will draw attention to the incredible work being done by My Block My Hood My City, and inspire viewers to get involved with the organization.