2020 Sarasota Film Festival
Giving Voice
• 1 hr 27 min• United States• English
About this film
A new generation of performers is discovered in “Giving Voice,” about the annual August Wilson Monologue Competition which highlights the work of the often under appreciated playwright. The national event brings Wilson’s work ("Fences," "The Piano Lesson" etc.) to students, encouraging them to explore themselves and the world around them. Through the film, we discover the influence words can have and the voices that can be ignited to inspire change.
Credits
- Director
- James D. Stern
- Producer
- Karen Bove, Craig Piligan, Schoen Smith, James D. Stern
Main SlateDocumentary (Feature)

