The 8th Principle |
The 8th Principle |
A Unitarian Universalist congregation in Southern California is thrown into disarray as they vote to ratify the 8th Principle, a first-of-its kind anti-racist pillar of belief. After the principle is adopted the idealistic Racial Justice Committee faces the greater challenge of engaging a mostly white congregation that struggles to see how such a principle applies to them.
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DIRECTOR STATEMENT |
DIRECTOR STATEMENT |
Sophia Uehara is a second-generation Japanese-American documentary director and production designer. With a career rooted in visual storytelling, Sophia brings a unique perspective to her work, drawing on her background in art direction to craft compelling narratives that explore identity, representation, and social change.
Raised by two classically trained visual artists, Sophia developed a fascination with the intersection of art, media, and education. As a production designer, she has designed award-winning features, commercials, and music videos including Our Son (dir. Bill Oliver), which premiered at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival, and If I Die in America (dir. Ward Kamel), which debuted at SXSW 2024. Commercial clients like Google, Lexus, Starbucks, and AT&T have also entrusted her with visually shaping their campaigns. She completed her education at Tisch School of the Arts.
Sophia's transition into documentary filmmaking builds on her extensive experience in visual storytelling, combining her keen eye for detail with her passion for amplifying underrepresented voices. Her work as a director is guided by a deep commitment to portraying marginalized communities with dignity and nuance, challenging stereotypes, and fostering deeper understanding. She believes in the transformative power of media to inspire empathy, shift cultural narratives, and spark meaningful dialogue.