docutribe films
docutribe serves as an educational and entertaining catalyst to the trending paradigm shift where interactive new media campaigns, storytelling and filmmaking are being used to activate live civic engagement.
What will become docutribe’s online media ecosystem–an interactive and curated archive of projects—will support face-to-face introduction in similar and from different communities thereby strengthening the resiliency, collective intelligence, and innovation within those communities. By sharing new perspectives, individuals and communities alike can reclaim a lost or never-yet–discovered empowered sense of identity.
Story of Igiugig: Native Sovereignty in Alaska
This short film, co-directed by Alaskan Native filmmaker Erica Wood and Harvard Kennedy School graduate and filmmaker Patrick J. Lynch, looks at how a sovereign Native people are planning for the future, as told through three short chapters: Nunaput (Our Homelands); Capricaraq (Persistence), Pinarqut (Possibility).
05:38 minutes
Yia Yia and Papou: A Story of Perseverance
Through three short films, filmmaker, Alexandra Siambekos reflects on the events of 2020 and captures the ethnic history of her grandparents, Theodore and Dorothy Siambekos, through multiple perspectives.
26:34 minutes
One Day On Earth: How DMH and Fuller Help Tell the World's Story
Learn about the Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller Mental Health Center, and the work its professionals are committed to in order to address mental illness and healing. Produced in partnership with Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller Mental Health Center, docutribe® and One Day on Earth.
13:52 minutes
Bob Wahlberg: This is my Dorchester
What does community mean to the people living in Dorchester, Boston? Bob Wahlberg speaks with the Dorchester community to learn how they define community and to hear about what organizations help bring people together. Produced in partnership with the Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester, City Year, Leahy Holloran Community Center, One Day on Earth, Comcast Video Production and Services, Above Summit, Bob Wahlberg, and Gratitude Sound.
6:01 minutes
Cody - A Portrait
Cody Flynn is a high school student who struggled on the streets. Coming to the Leahy Holloran Community Center to teach basketball to kids has changed his outlook on life. Learn his story. Produced in partnership with Cody Flynn, Leahy Holloran Community Center and One Day on Earth.
4:26 minutes
The Skin I’m In
Rajaiah Jones’ award winning youth film features three different African American women and the struggles that they face from dealing with hair, to labels, to role models and self confidence. Produced by Rajaiah Jones in partnership with Raw Art Works.
5:58 minutes
Second Chances
This is a documentary about volunteers at the New England Wildlife Center, providing veterinary care of animals in rehabilitation. There’s just one twist: these volunteers are all inmates at the Norfolk County Correction Center. Produced in partnership with New England Wildlife Center, Norfolk County Correction Center, Laura Nespola, and One Day on Earth.
5:28 minutes
One Day in Boston - Project Right
Living in the impoverished areas of Boston comes with many challenges. These two individuals grew up witnessing murder and violence, addicted to drugs and alcohol. That’s why they became involved with Project Right: to give children and even adults the resources to have a better future. Produced in partnership with Macomber Productions, Project Right, and One Day on Earth.
7:41 minutes
INTEGRO - One Day On Earth
A military soldier was caught in a horrible bomb explosion. He was fortunate to have his family help him through some of his darkest times through the Fisher House organization. Now, he makes art, in the hopes of inspiring people to have hope no matter what. Produced in partnership with Fisher House, Eric Gulliver, and One Day on Earth.
8:16 minutes
Chinatown: Immigration and Housing
Mr. Huang came to the United States seeking political asylum after the Chinese government forced his wife to abort their second baby. Since coming to America, however, he has struggled to find shelter and housing, even in Chinatown. Produced in partnership with Mr. Huang, Chinese Progressive Association 華人前進會, Dan Isola, and One Day on Earth.
6:40 minutes
One Day in Boston: Sarah’s Story
Sarah Flynn lost her son Jimmy after he got into a fight with an older teenager and was stabbed to death. Now, she’s involved with Mothers for Justice, a platform for mothers with similar experiences to come together. Produced in partnership with Mothers for Justice, Sarah Flint, Beyza Boyacioglu, and One Day on Earth.
5:36 minutes
One Day in Boston: Dana Farber Nurse
Dana Farber nurse, Colleen Chin speaks about the joy and challenges found in her work at Dana Farber Institute. Produced in partnership with the Dana Farber Institute, Valerie Lyman, and One Day on Earth.
3:25 minutes
One Day on Earth: MIT CityFarm
As part of the City Science Initiative at the MIT Media Lab, we explore the technological, environmental, social and economic design of scalable systems capable of producing affordable and high quality food in the heart of our future cities. Produced in partnership with the MIT Media Lab, Stebs Shinnerer, and One Day on Earth.
2:22 minutes