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Explore the complexities, challenges, and human stories behind the criminal justice system at the Metamora Film Festival, a powerful and thought-provoking film festival dedicated to sparking conversation and inspiring change. Through a carefully curated selection of documentaries, feature films, and shorts, this festival shines a light on issues such as incarceration, policing, wrongful convictions, racial disparities, rehabilitation, and reform.
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Festival Mission
The Metamora Film Festival is committed to using the power of cinema to illuminate the realities of the criminal justice system, elevate the voices of those impacted by it, and inspire dialogue and action toward meaningful reform. Through storytelling, education, and community engagement, we aim to challenge injustice, promote accountability, and foster a deeper understanding of the human consequences of law and policy.
About Metamora Films
Metamora Films is an independent documentary film distributor dedicated to sharing powerful, thought-provoking stories that inspire change. We focus on the criminal justice space, partnering with filmmakers to bring authentic voices to schools, communities, and global audiences through screenings, digital platforms, and educational outreach.
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About Our Team
At the heart of the Metamora Film Festival is a passionate, purpose-driven team committed to amplifying stories that challenge, provoke, and inspire change within the criminal justice system. Our diverse collective of filmmakers, curators, activists, and organizers brings a shared dedication to justice, equity, and powerful storytelling.
Matt Duhamel
Matt Duhamel is an independent documentary filmmaker and founder of Metamora Films, based in Southern Colorado. A former TV news and radio personality, Duhamel transitioned into filmmaking to explore themes of forgiveness, social justice, and second chances. He's the producer of four documentary films, including Not For Rent!, a documentary that examines the barriers ex-felons face in renting housing as they attempt to rebuild their lives in our communities.
Kayla Victor
Kayla is a high-energy business leader with over 25 years of experience. She works with companies ranging from small business to Fortune 50. Kayla is also the director of the Connecting 4 Justice International Conference. It plays a pivotal role as a forum to bring together families of prisoners, educators, employers, individuals with past incarceration experiences, law enforcement and professionals connected to the carceral system.
Richard Keilholtz, J.D.
Richard is an attorney and educator with over 22 years of teaching experience at the college level. He has taught criminal justice and paralegal students at the college level for over 22 years. Richard has brought several social justice speakers to Pueblo Community College including Brian Stolarz (attorney for Dewayne Brown, exonerated Texas inmate and subject of Netflix installment of Innocence Files) and Dan Slepian (Dateline producer and advocate for the wrongfully convicted). Richard has also volunteered for the Innocence Project and has a passion for subjects related to criminal justice reform.
Deanna Hays
Deanna Hays is a dedicated film festival enthusiast with a lifelong passion for storytelling. Beginning her journey in television production at a young age, she later earned a degree in Telecommunications and Film. With a strong background in special event coordination, Deanna brings both creative vision and logistical expertise to every project, celebrating powerful narratives and elevating voices in film.
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Schedule: March 27-28, 2026/10:00am to 7:00pm
Phone: 970-236-8861
Email: info@metamorafilmfestival.com
Location: PCC – Pueblo, Colorado