How They Built a Movement
Documentary Short Film, 8 minutes 36 seconds, Rio Grande Valley Premiere
Synopsis:
Civil rights attorney Jim Harrington reflects on how a grassroots movement in Texas challenged injustice, transformed communities, and proved lasting social change begins with people willing to organize, persist, and lead.
Oddett Garza
Bio:
Oddett Garza is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and educator based in Austin, Texas. Her films explore Tejano history, community, and social justice through intimate, character-driven storytelling. Her debut documentary, Lessons Learned in Cotulla, premiered at CineFestival where it received the Mesquite Award for Best Short Documentary and has screened at festivals across the US. How They Built a Movement continues her commitment to preserving overlooked stories that inspire dialogue, reflection, and collective action.