Artist Statement

Alternative agencies are a viable means of transforming the racist criminal justice system. 

I created this animated short film to reveal the implicit racism in the police institution. My goal was to envision alternatives to law enforcement, as well as better police practices, which can begin healing our overburdened Black and brown populace. I hope viewers will consider the variety of options out there for keeping a community safe (or strategize to create their own) and also contemplate how history has created a bias in American policing.

Biography

Brie Hope is a Dayton, Ohio-area filmmaker and animator with a passion for racial justice. She currently hosts "Baby Biscuit Town," an Afrocentric talk show featured on Dayton public access television and online. Brie describes it as “a show for Brown ladies and marginalized folk, focusing on the unfiltered voices of the people.” Catch the latest episodes here. You can also follow Brie on Instagram @baby_biscuit_town.