Congress Film Showcase

Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story

Kevin Matthews is a Chicago radio legend whose impersonations, pranks, and comedy brought entertainment to millions. When his health crumbles and his fame begins to fade, Matthews discovers redemption next to a dirty dumpster. Broken Mary is Matthews’ story of his early years in radio and stand-up comedy, his successful career, his struggle with MS, and, most importantly, his divine encounter with a broken statue of Mary that changed his life—and countless others. 

Documentary Feature, 2025
Produced by Eric Groth, Megan Harrington, Kevin Matthews, Julia Palermo, Katie Reidy; directed by Jonathan Cipiti; written by Jonathan Cipiti, Katie Reidy
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Fiat Lux: Where Hope Meets the Sublime

Fiat Lux is a transformative multimedia immersive experience projected onto the historic walls of a chapel. This ambitious production turns the chapel into a living architectural canvas, blending large-scale projection mapping with the visceral power of live musical choirs to explore themes of healing, memory, and transformation. Deeply personal and culturally resonant, the film serves as a communal vessel for processing shared trauma—from environmental wildfires to personal stories—offering a visually stunning path toward collective renewal.

Immersive Feature, 2026
Written and directed by José García Moreno; produced by John Sebastian, Alexander Thurnher, José García Moreno; animated by Andy Cepollina, Shane Acker, Sheldon Williams, Christian Trujillo, José García Moreno
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That They May Be One

That They May Be One is a docudrama on Christian unity that blends documentary interviews with dramatic reenactments. It invites viewers to pursue unity in Christ through prayer and action, trusting the Holy Spirit to heal division and strengthen witness to the Gospel. The film includes reenactment footage of Saint Elena Guerra and Pope Leo XIII’s communication by letter, the early baptisms of the Holy Spirit in Stone’s Folly and Azusa Street, and even scenes from the Bible, such as Jesus’ High Priestly Prayer in John 17 and Pentecost.

Documentary Feature, 2026
Written and directed by Dan Johnson; produced by John Sebastian, Alexander Thurnher, José García Moreno; starring Michael Girgenti, Eugene Brezany, Derrick D. Edmon
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Faith Lived: Inculturation in Ghana

Faith Lived, a student documentary project, is an exploration of comparative religion, examining the intersection of indigenous Akan spirituality in Ghana and Catholicism. Embedded in the film is a parallel journey that traces the filmmaker’s familial adoption of Catholicism (which took place nearly a century ago) and the history of Catholicism’s development in Ghana. With expert analysis by Dr. George Hagan, the filmmaker’s grandfather, and Archbishop Peter Sarpong, a hugely influential figure who Africanized the Catholic mass in Ghana, the film invites a conversation. How did an indigenous African spirituality exist before the arrival of Catholicism? How did Ghanaians respond to Catholicism? 

Student Documentary Short, 2026
Produced and director Francis Abradu-Otoo
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Hazel's Heart

Hazel's Heart is a feature-length film that tells the true story of Hazel Miner, a 16-year-old girl from North Dakota. The film is set during a brutal blizzard in March 1920, where Hazel and her two younger siblings, Emmet and Myrdith, become stranded. Over the course of 25 hours, Hazel fights to keep her siblings alive in freezing temperatures while their father searches for them.

Narrative Feature, 2025
Directed and written by Daniel Bielinski; Produced by Kayli Schadler; starring Madelyn Dundon, Stelia Savante, Timothy E. Goodwin
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October 8

October 8 is a documentary that offers a look at the explosion of antisemitism on college campuses, social media, and in the streets of America beginning the day after the October 7th attack on Israel by Hamas. The film examines the tsunami of antisemitism, propaganda, and disinformation unleashed online through social media.

Documentary Feature, 2025
Directed by Wendy Sachs; written by Nimrod Erez, Inbal B. Lessner, Wendy Sachs
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In Our Island, Sa Among Isla

In Our Island documents the impact of climate change on daily life for the island residents in the Philippines.

Documentary Feature, 2025
Produced and directed by Ditsi Carolino
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Guillermo & Will

Guillermo & Will are two little boy worms, and they are the best-est of buddies. Created by Emmy-nominated puppeteer Donna Kimball and co-written by Dan Garza, Guillermo & Will introduces two lovable puppet friends whose adventures reflect the joy and beauty of cross-cultural friendship. The series combines creative storytelling, a biblical world view, and developmental expertise to help kids see themselves reflected on screen—while learning about God in a personal and relatable way.

Educational Series, 2025
Series created and directed by Donna Kimball, written by Donna Kimball and Dan Garza; produced by Anne Yancy
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American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story

American Martyr is a feature-length documentary narrated by Martin Sheen that tells the true story of Father Stanley Rother, the first American-born martyr of the Catholic Church. Raised on a wheat farm in Oklahoma, Father Stan answers a missionary call to serve the indigenous Tz’utujil people of Santiago Atitlán, Guatemala, where he becomes their pastor, advocate, and friend—building schools and clinics, translating Scripture, and standing with them amid poverty and violence during the Guatemalan Civil War. When his defense of his people places him on a death list, Father Stan knowingly returns to Guatemala, where he is murdered for his faith. Decades later, his witness is honored by Pope Francis through his recognition as a martyr and his beatification as Blessed Stanley Rother.

Documentary Feature, 2026
Directed by Derek Watson; produced by Christi McGahan and Michael Scaperlanda; narrated by Martin Sheen
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