News - 04 Apr `24MORE THAN OUR SKIN Wins LA Film Fest

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We're ecstatic to announce that More Than Our Skin, crafted by Tonia Magras—a three-time Emmy-award winner with over three decades of film and production experience—has been honored as the Best Documentary Feature at the 2024 Los Angeles Film Awards. It’s also a finalist at the New York International Film Awards.

This film delves into the profound effects of living with vitiligo, as seen through the journeys of Katrina, Millicent, Valarie, Patricia, and Alicia. These remarkable women share their transformation from pain to strength, resilience, and a dedication to inspiring others to embrace life fully.

Through their intimate stories of struggle with depression, isolation, and loss, More Than Our Skin endeavors to transform how vitiligo is perceived. By inviting us into the homes and hearts of these women and engaging with their families and communities, the film paints a rich, nuanced portrait of their lives and the challenges they face.

“I am beyond thrilled to share this powerful story with audiences around the globe,” says Tonia. “The culmination of three years of compiling this story has been some of the most rewarding work of my life, and I know that it will change hearts and minds when it comes to how we see and treat each other.”

As we celebrate this prestigious accolade from the Los Angeles Film Awards in March 2024, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the courageous women who are the heart of this film and to everyone who supported this endeavor. More Than Our Skin more than a film; it’s a call to action—a reminder that, together, we can cultivate a more understanding and inclusive world.