Shoot the People is a documentary capturing photographer and activist Misan Harriman’s journey documenting global protest movements that drive social change. Following Harriman as he highlights the resilience of grassroots activists fighting for equality, civil rights, and social justice, the film showcases the intersectionality of these movements and their collective power. With historical context, interviews with activists, and explorations of digital activism, the documentary reveals how Harriman's lens brings the world's activism to light, inspiring viewers to recognize their own power in shaping a more just society.
The Garden Cinema View:
An inspiring portrayal of activist Misan Harriman's literal and metaphorical journey, capturing the people behind the Black Lives Matter, Palestinian resistance, and post-apartheid movements. Despite covering well-trod ground, both Misan and director Andy Mundy-Castle approach the subject with such emotional authenticity and care that it feels fresh. Whether he's interviewing Martin Luther King's son or congresswoman Ilhan Omar, all of Misan's interactions carry genuine weight.
Part of the allure is that Misan is unafraid to self-reflect and pose difficult questions: does going to marches actually change anything? How complicit are we all in allowing the world's tragedies to continue? And in his own case, how does he reconcile his sleek work for Vogue - as photographer to celebrities like Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Rihanna, Stormzy, and Tom Cruise - with his activism? It's a cognitive dissonance he faces head on.
