BEARING WITNESS

Bearing Witness: A Name & A Voice offers an intimate exploration of the lives and convictions of four extraordinary newspaper reporters. Through their distinct life journeys and personal narratives, the film illuminates the profound motivations that fuel their work, as well as the indelible stories that continue to resonate within them. These intricately woven character studies compel viewers to look beyond the superficial label of “the media” and instead embrace a deeper appreciation for the inspiring and dedicated individuals who propel it forward.

The featured journalists have distinct life experiences and points of view, but their motivations overlap in their shared calling to bear witness—to unseen traumas, senseless violence, systemic injustice, and institutional moral decay. We learn about the stories they carry, why their witness matters to the lives they’ve touched, and, by extension, to all of us.