Grand Jury Prize Documentary Short

Beneath the Ink

In a time when society’s belief systems are seemingly changing, or even reverting in time, one Ohio tattoo artist Billy Joe White is challenging his community by saying: “bring me your mistakes”. Beneath the Ink is a timely look at hate and racism in the western foothills of the Appalachian region that reveals heartfelt stories of change and redemption.

Year

2019

Director

Lex Gillespie

Producer

John Paulson

Length

1 hour 30 minutes