Lucas Guilkey & JoeBill Muñoz | EP 370

In this powerful episode of Reza Rifts, host Keith Reza sits down with filmmakers Lucas Guilkey and JoeBill Muñoz to discuss their gripping documentary ‘The Strike’ which sheds light on the harrowing hunger strikes at Pelican Bay Prison.  

This conversation is a must-watch/listen for anyone passionate about documentary filmmaking, criminal justice reform, and human rights.  

 

Website: https://www.thestrikefilm.com/

 

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Takeaways

📍The hunger strikes at Pelican Bay are a crucial part of modern California history.

📍The documentary aims to highlight the agency of individuals in creating social change.

📍Building relationships with families of inmates was essential for the documentary's success.

📍The film's editing process involved difficult decisions about what to include.

📍The filmmakers are committed to making the film accessible to prison audiences.

📍Mental health issues related to solitary confinement are profound and long-lasting.

📍The documentary showcases the power of nonviolent direct action.

📍Community screenings are a vital part of the film's outreach efforts.

📍The filmmakers hope to inspire further discussions about prison reform.

📍Compassion for oneself is an important lesson learned through the filmmaking process.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to The Strike Documentary

03:09 The Inspiration Behind The Strike

06:03 Building Relationships for the Documentary

08:48 The Impact of Interviews with Inmates

12:05 Screenings and Accessibility of The Strike

15:12 Editing Challenges and Creative Process

18:11 Future Aspirations and Next Steps

20:55 Mental Health and Solitary Confinement

23:50 Reflections and Lessons Learned

27:10 Closing Thoughts and Community Engagement

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