The Strike

Directed by Lucas Guilkey and JoeBill Muñoz, 2024
Documentary; 86 minutes

The Strike is a feature-length documentary that tells the story of a generation of men who endured solitary confinement, often for a decade or more, at California’s high-security Pelican Bay prison. Against all odds, the men launched the largest hunger strike in U.S. history, in which 30,000 incarcerated people across California prisons sought to abolish indefinite isolation.

Admission is free and open to the public.

Beyond the Festival is a film series where we invite you to delve into a world of storytelling that transcends the annual Lone Star Film Festival, held each fall. Each month, this series features a selection of narrative and documentary films crafted by innovative and talented filmmakers, offering a glimpse into diverse perspectives and creative visions. Join us as we build anticipation for the upcoming festival—and beyond! 

The Lone Star Film Festival, ranked as a “Top 50 Film Festival” by MovieMaker Magazine, has grown into a premier destination for filmmakers, producers, industry professionals, and film enthusiasts. The festival takes place in the Fort Worth Cultural District; screenings are held at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and the Kimbell Art Museum, with other events at the Crescent Hotel, Bowie House, and Hotel Dryce.