EMMY WINNER FOR EXCEPTIONAL MERIT IN DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING
Out Now On Demand and Digital HD
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A PBS DOCUMENTARY
When claude got shot
THE IMPACT OF GUN VIOLENCE NEVER BEGINS OR ENDS WITH A BULLET
While visiting his hometown of Milwaukee, father of three and aspiring attorney, Claude Motley, is shot in the face by 15-year-old Nathan, during a carjacking gone wrong. Two nights later, Nathan attempts to rob Victoria, who fires her gun in self-defense, partially paralyzing Nathan from the waist down. Directed by award-winning filmmaker, Brad Lichtenstein, When Claude Got Shot follows three strangers tragically bound together by a weekend of gun violence, and a five-year journey to navigate recovery and forgiveness.
ADDITIONAL CLIPS
Despite making up only 7% of the United States population,
Black men are 52% of all gun homicide victims in the UNITED STATES
OUR IMPACT
Headline after headline has highlighted that gun violence is on the rise. Beyond the headlines, there is a real lack of introspection into the root issues such as generational trauma, poverty, lack of community resources and access to mental health support.
The documentary, When Claude Got Shot, humanizes the realities of gun violence and creates the space for real and authentic conversations within communities and young people who need it most. This moment calls for unpacking these complexities in order to develop innovative and compassionate solutions that lead to community healing and opportunities for restorative justice. As we discover the broken pieces, we aim to put them together, again.
PAST events
Our events are a space for conversations about community, safety and change.
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Sept 15 + 16 - Cultures & Communities Festival Screening
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Oct 1 - Embassy Center MKE Screening and Panel Discussion
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Oct 11 - Fireside Chat with Santana Coleman + Victoria Davidson-Adams
Host an Event
Invite your friends, family and local community to host your very own gathering such as a screening, panel discussion or director Q&A.
NORTH AVE. MURAL
The When Claude Got Shot social impact campaign has partnered with TRUE Skool, to develop a large-scale public mural at 1026 W. North Ave, right in the center of the city. Located in the 53205 area, this vibrant mural, designed by local youth, encourages peace, love and community.
COURTSIDE CONVERSATIONS
The When Claude Got Shot social impact campaign partnered with the San Antonio Spurs to create a community activation for local young men. The youth engaged in conversation with Claude Motley, Stand UP SA, The Spurs Foundation, My Brother’s Keeper SA and more about how decision-making impacts their lives, all while building a positive plan for their futures.
Community resources
Restoring our communities means empowering you to create space for access, accountability, justice and healing. Gain the tools to build change on the ground. From wellness professionals to local organizations, we’ve got you covered.
Milwaukee, WI
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Scaling Wellness in Milwaukee
S.W.I.M. was formed to increase strategic partnership between community based organizations addressing generational trauma in Milwaukee
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TRUE Skool
Works with artists, youth, community based/youth organizations, and more to empower youth and young adults through unique pipeline services.
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The Office of Violence Prevention, MKE
Reducing illegal guns through supporting gun violence prevention programming, outreach and action plans in Milwaukee, WI.
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Job Corps Milwaukee
A career training program that helps young people ages 16-24 complete their education, trains them for careers, and assists them with employment.
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Diverse and Resilient
With a focus on the LGBTQ community, Diverse and Resilient supports survivors of violence with supportive services and resource gathering.
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ArtWorks for Milkwaukee
Preparing youth for tomorrow by providing transferable career skills through art internships today. Job training through art internships and employment.
National
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Black Space
Black Space is a community organization that provides free group therapeutic experiences for Black and Brown communities in an effort to de-stigmatize mental wellness.
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Black Emotional Mental Health Collective (BEAM)
A national training, movement building, and grant making institution that is dedicated to the healing, wellness, and liberation of Black and marginalized communities.
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Everytown for Gun Safety
Everytown for Gun Safety introduces evidence-based solutions in every town, we can end gun violence.
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Therapy in Color
Ensures all individuals have access to mental health therapy, and have a community where Black, Indigenous, and people of color come together to learn and heal.
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Safe & Sound
Building a future with safe kids, strong families & sound communities. A child advocacy organization that prevents child abuse and reduces its devastating impact.
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Crisis Text Line
Free, 24/7, text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need.
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Active Minds
The premier organization impacting young adults and mental health that directly reaches more than 1.9 million students each year through campus awareness campaigns, events, advocacy, outreach, and more.
EDUCATION
Discover the impact, nuance and history behind gun violence in America.
CURRICULUM guide
This is our guide for educators and communities alike, to generate conversation and utilize it as a tool for students to better understand the complex issues behind gun violence.
WHEN ___ GOT SHOT
features people who have been survivors of gun violence or are connected to people who were victims of gun violence.
WATCH THE STORIES OR SHARE YOURS
When Kirk Got Shot
When Maurice Got Shot
When Xavier Got Shot
SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE
No matter how we come to the conversation, we, likely, have a relationship with gun violence. We encourage you to share how you, or someone you know, has experienced this issue.
Choose your method: text, audio or video.
If you need further assistance to share your story, please contact whenclaudegotshot@gmail.com
Our Partners
When Claude Got Shot has partnered with organizations that prioritize community healing and advancements.
If your organization is interested in joining our partner community, please email whenclaudegotshot@gmail.com
