The UWHFF screens dynamic cutting edge short films that amplify marginalized voices, raises awareness, delivers authentic storytelling all while maintaining optimal audience entertainment.
The UWHFF is a social justice film festival. Born from a short film with the same namesake, the United We Heal film was a tribute to the Black community's ever evolving healing process within an ever present white supremacists system of oppression. From that the UWH team wanted to provide a platform for other filmmakers with like minds. This includes filmmakers who also have works about a social justice cause, community issue, or problem they are fighting to bring attention to.
We've chosen short-form film out of the appreciation we have an appreciation for filmmakers that deliver strong storytelling in a bite sized packages. We wanted to provide a platform to filmmakers delivering quality content that are often overlooked in the cinematic space. Short Film requires an incredible amount of creativity and it's our pleasure to host these inventive pieces.
Introducing into the 2024 season, the music video category! The United We Heal team feels strongly that music is the backbone for any social change initiatives. We welcome all music with visuals that have a theme tied to social change or community excellence.
We award 2 prizes at the end of the festival. Both are decided at the end of the program.
1. Jury Award - Chosen by a jury of 3 industry professionals.
2. Audience Award - Chosen by ballot through audience vote.
Each winner receives a trophy & prize pack.
