S1.E1 ∙ Episode #1.1

A twelve-minute experimental-documentary, explores the themes of inner-strength and step-by- stepping fear and wonder through the eyes of children. The film contemplates Hebrew language and Talmudic parables as a foundation. The project was filmed at the Smith and Bybee wetlands in Portland, Oregon.

Of Kith and Kin: The Trials and Triumphs of African American family life focuses on Paris, whose stories help students understand the family life of African American slaves during the eighteenth century. We watch a group of slave children learn the songs and rhythms of Africa that relate to the work of the plantation. We are guests at a traditional jumpin' the broom wedding ceremony and learn the sense of hope and fear that accompanies these unofficial marriages. Of Kith and Kin approaches slavery from the slaves' perspective and illustrates the role individuals and families played in a society that recognized the rights of neither.

This personal story of the narrator's brother discovering a unique culture and sect of Islam in Africa covers many relevant issues in our modern world with a mostly objective and engaging sense of wonder and harmony.

Jennifer is an average high school teen. There's just one thing: She's just finished her last round of chemo. From trying out for the swim team to volunteering for local blood drives, see how Jennifer's enthusiasm for life keeps her going through tough times.

"Ich, Birgit Schrowange!" is a personality documentary on SAT.1 (DE, AT, CH).