Congress Film Showcase

Trapped in Paradise

In the fall of 1940, four nuns of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange embarked on a long voyage to the missions of the South Pacific. The focus of this missionary work for Sisters Celestine, Isabelle, Irene, and Hedda was to heal the sick and provide education to the Indigenous peoples of the Solomon Islands. North Dakota-born Sister Hedda was charged with keeping written records and reports of their work. Following the events of Pearl Harbor, her journals transformed from logging daily life as missionaries to keeping one step ahead of the Japanese, who have begun to establish dominance in the South Pacific. This act of power by the Japanese naval forces pushed the sisters to take refuge in the deep jungles of the islands.

Documentary Feature, 2024
Produced by Andy Garske, Barbara Gravel, John E. Harris III, Dan McCue
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Nothing Wasted: A Community Experiment in Gratitude

Nothing Wasted: A Community Experiment in Gratitude is a documentary that delves into the determination of institutions and volunteers wanting to provide food for the people in need in Venice, California.

Documentary Short, 2025
Produced by Luis Proença, Charlie Echeverry, Albert von der Woerd

Triumph of the Heart

St. Maximilian Kolbe was a Renaissance man—a friar, a founder, a creator. He built a thriving friary, launched a magazine that reached millions, pioneered advancements in modern press technology, and even organized the first public fire station run by a religious order. But when faced with a truly apocalyptic war, Kolbe showed us something even greater: that Christian love can conquer the deepest horrors of the human condition. In the face of unimaginable suffering, Kolbe didn’t retreat—he stepped forward, offering his life to save another.

Narrative Feature, 2025
Written and directed by Anthony D’Ambrosio
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Facing the Storm: The Indigenous Response to Climate Change

Facing the Storm is an episodic series highlighting Climate Justice leaders in the Indigenous community who have been fighting to protect Mother Earth since time immemorial. This series takes a look at climate change and climate justice from the Native lens by focusing on the cultural, ancestral and communal impact climate change has on Indigenous Peoples.

Documentary Series, 2025
Produced by Makayla Gingrey

All God's Children

In an unprecedented attempt to heal centuries of racism and antisemitism, and combat the rising racial and ethnic tension in their Brooklyn communities, the largest reform synagogue and the oldest black Baptist Church attempt to unite their congregations and bring about peace, by becoming family. All God's Chrildren follows her sister, activist Rabbi Rachel Timoner, and her Congregation Beth Elohim's partnership with Reverend Dr Robert Waterman of Antioch Baptist Church as their faith is put to the test, and both congregations struggle not to let their differences drive them apart. Though it's a fraught partnership, they refuse to walk away, no matter how hard it gets, and ultimately emerge with an inspiring model for how other communities might build bridges across religious, economic and class divides to foster enduring, powerful partnerships.

Documentary Episodic, 2024
Produced by Ondi Timoner, David Turner, Anthony Ervolino
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Chime Travelers

When bells chime, twins Patrick and Katie are whisked away to exciting times and places where they meet real-life heroes who shaped history – the saints! Packed with adventure, fun, and heart, Chime Travelers will inspire and entertain the whole family.

Narrative Series, 2025
Family Theater Productions
Produced by Anne Yancey, based on the books series by Lisa Hendey
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St. Declan's and The Magic Chair

Struggle. Passion. Hope. And a little magic. St. Declan’s and The Magic Chair takes you inside an innovative school in Dublin, Ireland where children who have been failed by mainstream education discover self-confidence and their own unique abilities. Meeting each student as their needs require, inspired teachers unlock the children’s trust and passion for learning with empathy and kindness. Chronicling a year at the school and weaving together documentary footage and animated shorts made by the children themselves, the film is a moving portrait of education’s highest values: passion, trust, and above all, hope.

Documentary Feature, 2025
Produced by Gregory Ruzzin and Victoria Graf
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The Last Supper

As twelve disciples gather for their last meal with their beloved teacher, hidden tensions simmer beneath the surface, and secrets threaten to unravel their bond. Whispers of betrayal linger in the air as each man grapples with his own doubts and fears. Amidst the uncertainty and rising intrigue, the night becomes a test of faith, where loyalty is questioned, and trust is on the edge. Yet, through the darkness, a message of hope and redemption emerges, transforming a moment of despair into an inspiring legacy that will echo through the ages.

Narrative Feature, 2025
Directed by Mauro Borrelli, Written by Mauro Borrelli and John Collins, Produced by Shawn Boskie, Ivan Cohen, Manu Gargi, Ken Halsband, Michael Scott
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Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist

Deep within each human soul, there exists an intense craving for connection, purpose, and love — a thirst that only God can satisfy. Yet, the question remains: How does one fulfill this yearning? The Catholic Church teaches that the Eucharist is the most profound means by which God shares Himself with humanity. However, a 2019 Pew Research Study unveiled a concerning reality: only one-third of practicing U.S. Catholics believe in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. In Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist, we embark on a global journey to rediscover and revive the transformative power of the Eucharist. Engaging in dialogue with notable Catholic figures, the film explores the biblical origins of the Eucharist and shares personal stories of individuals whose lives have been transformed by the Blessed Sacrament. This exploration makes it unmistakably clear that the Eucharist is not merely a symbol, but is indeed Jesus Christ Himself — fervently desiring to quench our spiritual thirst with His boundless love.

Documentary Feature, 2024
Produced by Steve Greco, James M. Wahlberg, Tim Moriarty, Stefan Slovak
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