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Holding up the Sky

An ex-felon rebuilds his life and helps others do the same

A DOCUMENTARY FILM
& EDUCATION PROJECT

HOLDING UP THE SKY is a documentary and education project that shows what’s possible when returning citizens are supported with hope, family, mentorship, and meaningful education both during and after incarceration.
The film sparks essential conversations about reentry, second chances, and the urgent need for prison education. To bring this story to audiences, we need your support.

Your donation helps fund screenings, educational materials, travel, and impact programming—ensuring the film reaches the people who need it most.

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Watch the trailer here.

Trailer

Beyond the Film

HOLDING UP THE SKY extends beyond the documentary itself. Through community engagement, educational outreach, screenings, and public dialogue, the project seeks to foster meaningful conversations about accountability, mentorship, incarceration, and the possibility of change.

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Reviews

"It’s a very powerful story… it speaks to Ed’s dedication and recognition of the work as something possibly bigger than himself. He’s helping people build and rebuild lives, and in doing so, building a supportive community.”
Stephen ShaneAffiliated Professor, Dept. of Writing, Literature and Publishing, Emerson College
"The stories we read are usually the stories of failure. Telling stories of success – of people who have shown that they are valuable – those are important. Stories are really how we learn."
Patricia D. JehlenMassachusetts State Senator
“The film is very powerful. A special thanks to Ed for telling your story and raising up your experiences and how we really need to reform the system… This is what the Criminal Justice Reform Caucus is all about: raising up the lives of returning citizens and formerly incarcerated people and advocating for change.”
James B. EldridgeMassachusetts State Senator & Criminal Justice Reform Caucus
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