Movies that Matter: Virtual Film Screenings for Schools

In this virtual program, available from November 2025 through January 2026, Middle and high school students stream award-winning documentaries that explore current social issues such as civil rights, representation, and identity, followed by prerecorded conversations with filmmakers. Screenings encourage curiosity about the lived experiences of others and provide opportunities for students to connect personally with stories captured in the films.

Free with registration; streaming link and classroom discussion guide provided at sign-up.

For more information, or to register, email [email protected] or call 212.423.3254.

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My Disability Roadmap (2022)
22 minutes
For grades 6-12

In this Emmy Award-winning short documentary, 21-year-old Samuel Habib dreams of a typical young adult life—dating, leaving home, and going to college. But a rare genetic disorder that causes unpredictable seizures and involuntary movements turns every milestone into a challenge. Determined to find his path forward, Samuel seeks guidance from America’s most rebellious disability activists. Will they empower him to launch the bold adult life he craves? Directed by Samuel Habib and Dan Habib.

Classroom 4 (2025)
39 minutes
For grades 8-12

Classroom 4 follows an award-winning history professor as she leads a college course on crime and punishment in the United States. Taught inside a prison, the class brings together an unusual mix of students: half are incarcerated, half are free. As they explore themes such as masculinity, prison abolition, and mercy, the group begins to question assumptions, reflect on shared experiences, and learn from one another. At its core, Classroom 4 is about seeing humanity in others and building understanding across differences. Content warning: There is very limited use of strong language in the film.

Directed by Eden Wurmfeld.