The Morehouse College Human Rights Film Festival has announced its first round of Early Selections for the festival’s eighth annual convening, taking place September 22–26, 2026.
Selected from a competitive pool of submissions, the 11 films represent a diverse range of voices, perspectives, and storytelling approaches that explore issues of identity, justice, community, resilience, and the human experience. Through documentary and narrative filmmaking, these works reflect the festival’s ongoing commitment to advancing human rights through the power of storytelling.
The 2026 Early Selections include:
• Capriccio | Directed by Kiah Clingman
• Cereal | Directed by Avyance Ervin
• Chicken Ghetto | Directed by Sangsun Choi
• Free Joan Little | Directed by Yoruba Richen
• HIM+ | Directed by Creed Smith
• She Dared to Dream: Ayanna Pressley | Directed by Abby Ginzberg
• Sister Salad Days | Directed by Adesola Thomas
• The Dads | Directed by Luchina Fisher
• The Making of Taylor S...
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