Hopewell

About This Movie

Hopewell is a raw and unflinching look at the undercurrents of race and politics in America, captured just days before the 2016 election. The film centers on the tragic destruction of Hopewell Baptist Church, burned to the ground with that chilling 'Vote Trump' graffiti splashed across its walls. The pacing is deliberately slow, allowing the weight of the moment to settle in, while the somber atmosphere envelops you. It doesn’t shy away from the complexities of community response and resilience. The lack of a known director adds an eerie anonymity, which somehow amplifies the film’s impact. Practical effects are minimal—it's all about the realness of the aftermath and the raw emotion from the locals reflecting on their loss and hope for the future.

Documentary on race relationsExamines community resilienceCaptures the climate before the 2016 election