DISRUPT Film Series
A Welcome from DISRUPT's Producer and Curator, Veronica Medina
“This film series was born out of my desire to build on the Museum of Political Corruption’s mission to empower and educate the public. As a filmmaker myself, I have always believed in the power of film to inform, to enlighten and, above all, to create empathy.
Nothing can connect us more than the opportunity to enter people’s lives, their worlds and perspectives. And, through their stories, disrupt our preconceived ideas, allowing us to see beyond the surface. Perhaps we might even identify familiar feelings and experiences. We might see ourselves reflected onto their narratives.
A world without corruption is a world where we respect one another, honor each other’s history, and value each other’s culture. To me, storytelling has the potential to help us achieve exactly that.”
DISRUPT Film Series Latest Presentation:
After a year dedicated to the U.S. elections and an emphasis on democracy, the DISRUPT Film Series returned in 2025 delving into how political corruption affects various facets of society worldwide, including social, health, and environmental issues, highlighting its extensive implications.
Marking the 5th anniversary since the WHO declared the COVID-19 pandemic, we opened our 2025 series with the Brazilian documentary OUT OF BREATH. Directed by Helena Petta and Ana Petta, the film provides a nuanced look at the pandemic through the lens of care, showcasing the collective battle against COVID-19 through interviews with doctors, nurses, and community workers.
With this documentary, we hope to facilitate a discussion about the largest public health crisis in history, addressing questions related to the healthcare system, political management during crises, social disparities in healthcare access, and more. OUT OF BREATH has won international recognition and was shortlisted for the Oscars in 2023.
DISRUPT Archives: Our Previous Presentations
Panel Discussion of “The Swamp”
Panel Discussion of “Softie”
Panel Discussion of “Always in Season”
Panel Discussion of “After Parkland”
Panel Discussion of “Power Struggle”
Panel Discussion of “I am the Revolution”
Panel Discussion of “Take it From Me”
Panel Discussion of “Gold Mafia”
Panel Discussion of “UnDivide US”
Panel Discussion of “What is Democracy?”
Panel Discussion of “Dark Money”
Panel Discussion of “A Citizen’s Guide to Preserving Democracy”