Every week since 2006 a small group gathers on the campus of Emory University to STAND and read the names of the U.S. Military killed in Iraq and Afghanistan during the preceding week(s). STAND is a single-issue campus group focused on protesting and reporting on the war in Iraq and keeping vigil in memory of the dead killed in the war. http://www.learnlink.emory.edu/~standwithme/
documentary short by carlton mackey for vision philms
17 DEGREES AIN'T NOTHING by local artist Dane Jefferson and me. This film brings to the forefront issues surrounding homelessness in Atlanta. It places the story of 5 local individuals in the context of a global conversation about the economy, the recession, and the real life impact of it. It is a glimpse into their lives and a peering into our own.
1 FAMILY. 5 PEOPLE. 17 DEGREES.
*This film was formerly titled Living Just Enough for the City from the classic Stevie Wonder song. After an epiphany and some extremely good fortune, I was able to partner with some extremely talented artists who were willing to freely give of their time and talent toward this project. As a result, not only was the title of this film changed, but a completely original soundtrack was developed.
None of the artists were paid for their contributions. They saw their work as a form of advocacy and act of solidarity with those who the film portrays.
BE AN ADVOCATE & SUPPORT LOCAL ARTISTS You too can be an advocate. 50% of the Proceeds from the Sale of this album will go to the OPEN DOOR COMMUNITY -proclaiming the Beloved Community through loving relationships with some of the most neglected and outcast of God’s children: the homeless and our sisters and brothers who are in prison. www.opendoorcommunity.org
Between 2.3 and 3.5 million Americans experience homelessness. This number is expected to increase by 12% as a result of the economic recession.
LIVING JUST ENOUGH FOR THE CITY is the story of five such individuals. Filmed in Atlanta Georgia, this documentary film is an account of friendship in the midst of hardship and compassion in the presence of oppression. It is an unflinching glimpse into the lives of five fellow human beings...and a peering into our own.
-A documentary film by Carlton Mackey and Dane Jefferson. Coming Summer 2010 www.visionphilms.com
I have such a flooded mixture of emotions this morning. I got an email from Dan Keplinger. It was great to hear from him. I called him and we talked for a long time about how much it killed me not to be able to make it to witness this magical moment.
Once you watch these videos, you'll see what I mean. Shouts out to this videographer and photographer as well. The job you both did is as artistic, fresh, and inspiring as the couple themselves.
