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Acclaimed photographer Misan Harriman, celebrated for his striking portraits of celebrities and royalty, turns his lens toward protest movements across the world. As he journeys from London to Los Angeles, South Africa, and Minneapolis, he confronts a pressing question: can activism truly spark social change? Through powerful encounters and moments of reflection with global figures and his own self-reflection, Misan explores the power and limitations of art, protest, and hope in an increasingly divided world.
Acclaimed photographer Misan Harriman, celebrated for his striking portraits of celebrities and royalty, turns his lens toward protest movements across the world. As he journeys from London to Los Angeles, South Africa, and Minneapolis, he confronts a pressing question: can activism truly spark social change? Through powerful encounters and moments of reflection with global figures and his own self-reflection, Misan explores the power and limitations of art, protest, and hope in an increasingly divided world.
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‘Shoot the People’ follows acclaimed photographer Misan Harriman as he embarks on a global journey to examine the relationship between protest, photography, and social change. Renowned for his portraits of public figures and royalty, Harriman’s camera becomes a tool for activism as he travels across three continents to document movements for justice and equality.
From the streets of London to the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder in Minneapolis, and from the legacy of Apartheid in South Africa to the red carpets of Los Angeles and the global calls for reform, Misan questions whether images and activism can truly transform societies, or if they merely bear witness to cycles of pain and resistance.
Along the way, he meets icons such as Martin Luther King III and Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, whose insights deepen his understanding of modern protest’s purpose and reach. Through these conversations and moments of introspection, Harriman’s personal and artistic evolution unfolds on screen. Directed by Andy Mundy-Castle, the film is a powerful meditation on empathy, courage, and the role of the artist in times of division. With its striking cinematography and emotional honesty, ‘Shoot the People’ stands as both a portrait of a man redefining his purpose and a testament to the power of collective action.
‘Shoot the People’ follows acclaimed photographer Misan Harriman as he embarks on a global journey to examine the relationship between protest, photography, and social change. Renowned for his portraits of public figures and royalty, Harriman’s camera becomes a tool for activism as he travels across three continents to document movements for justice and equality.
From the streets of London to the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder in Minneapolis, and from the legacy of Apartheid in South Africa to the red carpets of Los Angeles and the global calls for reform, Misan questions whether images and activism can truly transform societies, or if they merely bear witness to cycles of pain and resistance.
Along the way, he meets icons such as Martin Luther King III and Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, whose insights deepen his understanding of modern protest’s purpose and reach. Through these conversations and moments of introspection, Harriman’s personal and artistic evolution unfolds on screen. Directed by Andy Mundy-Castle, the film is a powerful meditation on empathy, courage, and the role of the artist in times of division. With its striking cinematography and emotional honesty, ‘Shoot the People’ stands as both a portrait of a man redefining his purpose and a testament to the power of collective action.
