The Breakthrough Health Film Festival, held April 6-8, 2025, at Tulane University presented an inspiring showcase of storytelling through film that promotes health and wellness, aiming to spark conversations, foster understanding, and inspire action toward a healthier society for all. Films and post-screening conversations highlighted 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 film festival highlighted a specific theme: 'Movement Makers,' 'The Power of Choice,' and 'The Power of Storytelling.' Films and shorts that resonate with these powerful themes were showcased, creating a meaningful experience for all attendees.
Presented by the Tulane Health Equity Institute, Partners for Advancing Health Equity, and Tulane Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.
Co-sponsored by Tulane Digital Media Practices, Tulane University Libraries, The Roger Thayer Stone Center for Latin American Studies, and The Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage.
Community Partners: NOVAC, Ashé Cultural Arts Center