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Muneeza in the Middle is the story of a 2ND generation Muslim at odds with her religion that urges followers to be modest in all facets of life. She's a beautiful, confident, outspoken lawyer who dresses well and turns heads. But don't be fooled. Muneeza is a devout worshiper, bound to challenge common stereotypes about Muslims. But her modern interpretation of the faith is catching up with her. Is her fight to maintain a unique identity justified? Does religion create a double standard for women? These are some of the questions that torment Muneeza once she has her first child. She wants to change for her daughter, but doesn't want to lose herself. Muneeza's story resonates with every women who has become a mother.

This is a behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of the feature film Time Changer (2002).

The photography of Oleg Videnin.

The true story of Music Executive Tom Sturges and 38 members of the Foshay Learning Center Choir in South Los Angeles he mentored from the 7th grade in 1997 to their eventual graduation from college in 2007.

This project was born out of my experiences of having my first child, and how much it made me question myself and everything i thought was normal.