“Shoot The People”, A Documentary On Photographer And Activist Misan Harriman, To Be Released In UK And US Cinemas This Summer

Documentary Chronicles Misan Harriman’s Activism Through the Lens of Global Protest Movements

Shoot The People, a documentary from director Andy Mundy-Castle featuring photographer, filmmaker and activist Misan Harriman, will be released in UK and US cinemas this summer through Watermelon Pictures.

The film will launch in the US on 19th June at New York City’s Angelika Film Center, marking Juneteenth National Independence Day, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It will then arrive in UK and Irish cinemas from 10th July ahead of Emancipation Day on 1st August.

Shoot The People documents Harriman’s journey capturing global protest movements driving social change. Following Harriman as he highlights the resilience of grassroots activists fighting for equality, civil rights, and social justice, the film showcases the intersectionality of these movements and their collective power.

Blending historical context, activist interviews and examinations of digital activism, the documentary reveals how Harriman’s lens brings global activism into focus while encouraging audiences to recognise their own power in shaping a more just society.

The documentary was officially selected for SXSW and DOC NYC, and won the BIFA for Breakthrough Producer for Wyn Baptiste.

“Making Shoot The People with Misan Harriman has been a deeply personal and urgent journey. This isn’t just a film about protest, it’s about perspective, power, and a collective sense of humanity. Misan challenges the world to see differently. As a director, my job was to honour that gaze and create a film that doesn’t just observe injustice, but confronts it head on”, said director Mundy-Castle.

Watermelon Pictures Executive Vice President Justin DiPietro added: “Shoot The People is a special film which lives at the heart of Watermelon Pictures’ mission to amplify underrepresented voices and champion culturally urgent and visionary storytelling. At a time of unprecedented global civil unrest, this film offers a critically important and timely reminder – that we have a collective power in numbers. We hope audiences will seek the film out in cinemas in support of its urgent message.”

Misan Harriman, renowned photographer, filmmaker and social activist celebrated for his powerful imagery that captures pivotal moments in contemporary history, became the first Black photographer to shoot the cover of British Vogue in the magazine’s 104-year history. Misan has gained international acclaim for his work documenting social justice movements, including the Black Lives Matter protests, as well as his striking portraits of influential figures such as Rhianna, Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts and Cate Blanchett. Misan’s 2023 short film The After, produced by Nicky Bentham (Neon Films), was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film. His work has featured in Vogue, TIME, and The Guardian, solidifying his place as a leading voice in visual storytelling.

Misan Harriman, the renowned photographer, filmmaker and social activist celebrated for capturing pivotal moments in contemporary history, became the first Black photographer to shoot the cover of British Vogue in the magazine’s 104-year history.

He has gained international acclaim for documenting social justice movements, including the Black Lives Matter protests, alongside his striking portraits of influential figures such as Rihanna, Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts and Cate Blanchett.

Harriman’s 2023 short film The After, produced by Nicky Bentham for Neon Films, received an Academy Award nomination for Best Live Action Short Film.

His work has appeared in Vogue, TIME and The Guardian, solidifying his place as one of the leading voices in contemporary visual storytelling.

Beyond his photography, Misan is a passionate advocate for change, using his platform to spotlight issues of inequality and human rights. With a keen eye for emotional depth and cultural significance, he approaches each project with a mission to inspire and provoke thought, creating images that resonate deeply with audiences around the world.