In a world that often seems too divided, the Watts community chose another path and achieved what no one thought possible.
Dr. Bernice A. King — Executive Producer · CEO, The King Center
The Story
What would happen if the people living the story told it themselves?
After a late-night police ride-along in Watts, an outsider witnesses a version of the neighborhood that never makes the news — and asks a simple question.
The Outcome — in the 12 months following the cease fire:
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gang-related homicides
90%
reduction in homicides overall
>50%
reduction in all forms of violent crime
Filmmakers
Those who told their story.
Two hundred residents were asked. Twenty said yes. In time, more than 300 members of the community contributed to the making of the film. At the community-wide screening, 4,000 people came.
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One night only experiences.
Sep 12 '26
Statesville, NC
Full Bloom Film Festival · Sat 2:15 PM — Shearer Hall, Mitchell College
Sep 24 '26
Worthing, UK
Between the Blue and Green Film Festival · Thu 7:00 PM — AudioActive · UK Premiere
Press
What the press is saying.
TIME
“A playbook for how communities can reclaim their streets by telling their own stories.”
Forbes
“Unlikely collaborators documented their daily lives, and, in the process, reduced homicides by 90%.”
DEADLINE
“One of the most remarkable documentaries of the year… bold, unapologetically real, and socially impactful.”
Awards
Globally recognized.
150+
Award wins
75+
Festival selections
15+
Countries
A film made by Watts, not about it.