Loyola Marymount University’s School of Film and Television has announced the inaugural cohort of its LMU Sony Social Impact Lab, selecting five films and their filmmakers to receive funding and support in partnership with Sony Electronics.

The program selects project ideas that showcase the cinematic medium as a tool for social change. The inaugural cohort’s titles are “Keeper,” directed by Sujin Jung, “The Throw,” directed by Matthew Cheung, “Open Gate” directed by Adam Goldstick, “Car Thieves,” directed by Reed Barcellos and “Kon,” directed by Qin Qin. They address diverse, socially conscious themes such as incarceration, immigration, systemic violence, disability and grief.

All films will be produced in Los Angeles County as part of the school’s commitment to the “Stay in LA” filmmak

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