DOCUMENTARIES
Critical incidents are often remembered through headlines, timelines, and statistics. What is less often preserved are the experiences of the people who lived them.
These films bring together the people whose lives were forever changed by these events to tell their stories in their own words. Through personal testimony, they explore the decisions made under pressure, the human impact of tragedy, and the lasting effects that remain long after the incident itself has ended.
At their core, these films are about understanding — preserving experiences, honoring those affected, and providing a deeper look at the people behind some of the most challenging moments of their lives.
Priority of Life
When innocent lives were at risk inside the Tree of Life Synagogue, first responders moved toward the danger. Priority of Life explores the courage, sacrifice, and enduring commitment behind that decision, revealing the human cost of answering the call when others need help most.
Confronting Hate
Featuring firsthand accounts from survivors, SWAT officers, and first responders, Confronting Hate examines the response to the 2018 Tree of Life Synagogue attack, revealing the decisions, challenges, and lessons learned in the aftermath of the deadliest antisemitic attack in American history.