Atta Squirrel Films

Experience the powerful journey of ‘WE RISE,’ a documentary showcasing the inspiring stories of high school mock trial team members, Sofia, Jessica, Sammi, Angela, Celia, and Lucas, as they defy all odds and push past their limits.

We are thrilled to be nominated for the Waco Independent Film Festival film festival and look forward to connecting with the Waco community at the Q&A following the film’s screening. Learn more and get your tickets for WE RISE July 19th at the Texas Music Cafe at 8PM now:

https://wacoindie24.eventive.org/schedule/666e2b8205f21a006cf079fe

Join us at the Waco Independent Film Festival for an in-depth conversation with the filmmakers! Stay after the screening to hear Michael Afendakis and Jonathan Leveck talk about the making of the film and the inspiring journeys of Sofia, Jessica, Sammi, Angela, Celia, and Lucas.

‘WE RISE’ plays at the Waco Independent Film Festival on July 19th. Get your tickets today.

We are deeply honored to have received the audience award for Best Feature Documentary, and the jury award for the best director for feature documentary at the Seattle Film Festival. Thank you to our amazing online and in person audiences, and the festival organizers for recognizing ‘WE RISE.’

We can’t wait to share what we have in store for the film!