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Key Chapters 00:00 Growing Up Together: A Family Legacy 02:58 The Birth of a Documentary Idea 06:02 Navigating the Journey: Challenges and Growth 09:02 The Lens of Community: A New Perspective 12:01 Conflict and Collaboration: The Art of Working Together 14:54 The Long Haul: Commitment and Transformation 22:15 The Transformative Power of Art 24:13 Inner Growth Through Creative Confidence 26:32 Finding Hope in Community Engagement 29:56 The Long-Term Commitment to Projects 31:20 Community Screenings as a Tool for Connection 34:10 The Role of Community in Film Distribution 36:20 Best Practices for Effective Gatherings 45:34 Identifying Barriers to Community Engagement 48:15 Building Community Through Shared Activities 49:26 The Importance of Civic Engagement 54:52 Convenience vs. Community 01:00:22 Bridging Political Divides 01:05:38 Lessons from the Past for a Hopeful Future