Keith McQuirter

Nick Stuart

 chronicles the harsh reality of those living in the zip code that incarcerates the highest proportion of African American men, up to 62%. Through the intimate stories of three 53206 residents, we witness the high toll that excessive sentencing and mass incarceration takes on individuals and families. Beverly Walker, a mother of five, tirelessly works to raise her children and free her husband Baron from an excessive prison sentence. Chad Wilson, a newly released citizen, confronts the uphill battle of finding viable employment with the help of Dennis Walton who works with fathers re-entering society from prison.

53206: a Milwaukee zip code where 62% of the adult male residents have spent time behind bars. A character-driven, immersive ensemble helps tell the stories behind the statistic.

Best Documentary

American Black Film Festival

AIFVF

Atlanta Film Festival

Brooklyn Film Festival

FREEP Film Festival

Valley Film Festival

MKE Film Festival

Blackstar Film Festival

Wisconsin Film Festival

Urbanworld Film Festival

Social Justice Film Festival

NYC Film Festival

St Louis International Film Festival

Milwaukee 53206