‘SHOOT THE PEOPLE’ on Misan Harriman and the Fight for Justice in UK/Irish Cinemas
Watermelon Pictures is thrilled to announce that it will release documentary SHOOT THE PEOPLE by BAFTA-winning director Andy Mundy-Castle (White Nanny Black Child), featuring photographer, filmmaker and activist Misan Harriman, in US and UK cinemas this summer. The US will launch the film on 19th June in New York City at the Angelika Film Center, marking Juneteenth National Independence Day to commemorate the end of slavery in the US and will be released in UK and Irish cinemas from 10th July ahead of Emancipation Day on 1st August.
SHOOT THE PEOPLE is a documentary capturing photographer and activist Misan Harriman’s journey documenting global protest movements that drive social change. Following Harriman as he highlights the resilience of grassroots activists fighting for equality, civil rights, and social justice, the film showcases the intersectionality of these movements and their collective power. With historical context, interviews with activists, and explorations of digital activism, the documentary reveals how Harriman’s lens brings the world’s activism to light, inspiring viewers to recognize their own power in shaping a more just society.
Misan Harriman, renowned photographer, filmmaker and social activist celebrated for his powerful imagery that captures pivotal moments in contemporary history, became the first Black photographer to shoot the cover of British Vogue in the magazine’s 104-year history. Misan has gained international acclaim for his work documenting social justice movements, including the Black Lives Matter protests, as well as his striking portraits of influential figures such as Rhianna, Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts and Cate Blanchett. Misan’s 2023 short film THE AFTER, produced by Nicky Bentham (Neon Films), was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film. His work has featured in Vogue, TIME, and The Guardian, solidifying his place as a leading voice in visual storytelling.
SHOOT THE PEOPLE was officially selected for SXSW And DOC NYC and won a BIFA for Breakthrough Producer (Wyn Baptiste).
Misan Harriman said: “Throughout history, protest has been the central pillar of social change; we need to remember this now more than ever.”
Director Andy Mundy-Castle said: “Making Shoot The People with Misan Harriman has been a deeply personal and urgent journey. This isn’t just a film about protest, it’s about perspective, power, and a collective sense of humanity. Misan challenges the world to see differently. As a director, my job was to honour that gaze and create a film that doesn’t just observe injustice, but confronts it head on.”
Executive Vice President of Watermelon Pictures, Justin DiPietro said: “Shoot The People is a special film which lives at the heart of Watermelon Pictures’ mission to amplify underrepresented voices and champion culturally urgent and visionary storytelling. At a time of unprecedented global civil unrest, this film offers a critically important and timely reminder – that we have a collective power in numbers. We hope audiences will seek the film out in cinemas in support of its urgent message.”
SHOOT THE PEOPLE is released in US Theaters from June 19 and UK & Irish cinemas from July 10
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