Jewelle: A Just Vision

This documentary traces the connections between significant social movements, including Civil Rights and Marriage Equality. It highlights the radical networks and ideas of Black and Indigenous feminists that have shaped contemporary activism and community resilience.

Jewelle Gomez, a prominent figure in the film, is an Ioway & African American, Wampanoag, and Cape Verdean lesbian elder whose legacy is rooted in fierce hope and transformative power. The film delves into her personal history, including her ancestral ties and the influence of her great-grandmother’s buckskin dress. It also connects the past with the future, incorporating themes of queer Black ancestry and the imaginative realms of slavery-era vampires.

As a documentary, Jewelle: A Just Vision serves as both a tribute and a call to action, emphasizing the importance of understanding history to envision a regenerative future.