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My Cause, My Cleats

2019

In collaboration with The Players Coalition, My Cause, My Cleats is a powerful docu-style piece highlighting the work of the ACLU PA, a non-profit supported by NFL player Malcolm Jenkins. Through emotional interviews and firsthand accounts, the film explores the harsh realities of the parole system, how it traps individuals in a relentless cycle and the fight to break free. By sharing the voices of those directly impacted, this piece invites viewers to "walk a mile in their shoes" and see the urgent need for change.

Written and Directed by James Barker
Produced by Julieanne Mascara and Kevin Malast
Director of Photography Michael Langenberger

Edited by James Barker

Malka Media

The Players Coalition

ACLU PA

James Barker is a writer and director based in Jersey City, and the Founder & CEO of Edits Etc—a post-production collective connecting filmmakers with top-tier editors, colorists, and more. Director of Remnants of Nova, an official selection of the Beverly Hills Film Festival.

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