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Breakthrough Health Film Festival at Tulane

The Breakthrough Health Film Festival at Tulane University is an inspiring showcase of storytelling through film that promotes health and wellness, aiming to spark conversations, foster understanding, and inspire action towards a healthier society for all. Films and post-screening conversations will shine a light on human stories from community builders, advocates, filmmakers, producers, and artists to broaden our perspective on the challenges and triumphs shaping our understanding of health and well-being today. These voices offer fresh insights into the social and systemic issues impacting our communities.

Each day of the festival will highlight a specific theme: "Movement Makers," "The Power of Choice," and "The Power of Storytelling." Films and shorts that resonate with these powerful themes will be showcased, creating a meaningful experience for all attendees.

Sunday, April 6, 2025 Movement Makers
1:00 - 6:00 PM CST

The opening day sets the stage for three days of powerful storytelling that honors resilience, activism, and the unbreakable spirit of communities fighting for justice. The featured films showcase how movements—whether cultural, social, or political—emerge from lived experiences and collective determination. From reclaiming identity to confronting systemic injustice, these stories remind us that change is not just necessary—it is inevitable.

Monday, April 7, 2025 The Power of Choice
4:00 - 9:00 PM CST

Day two shifts the focus to the power of individual and collective decision-making in the face of systemic constraints. The films invite audiences to consider the ways access, policy, and social norms shape health, identity, and justice—and how people push back against these structures to carve out their own paths.

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 The Power of Storytelling
4:00-9:00 PM CST

The closing night highlights storytelling as a tool for transformation, healing, and social change. The selected films amplify voices that are often overlooked, offering deeply personal and visually stunning narratives that challenge perceptions and inspire action.

Free to attend
In-person event