The film ‘Daughters’ premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it received critical acclaim and won two awards
The documentary “Daughters“ offers a powerful and intimate look into the lives of young girls whose fathers are incarcerated, focusing on a unique father-daughter dance held in a prison.
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Directed by Angela Patton and Natalie Rae, the film explores the emotional journey of four girls—Aubrey, Santana, Raziah, and Ja’Ana—as they prepare for the dance, revealing their hopes, dreams, and struggles.
The documentary highlights the impact of mass incarceration on families and the deep bond between fathers and daughters, even within the confines of a prison.
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The film premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it received critical acclaim and won two awards. It also serves as a call to action, showcasing programs like “Date with Dad,” which aim to foster connections between incarcerated fathers and their children.
The documentary has resonated widely, sparking conversations about the broader effects of incarceration on families and communities.