Behind the Lens: Crafting U S M S T, a Documentary of Courage and Change

Imagine being silenced in service, only to find your voice years later in a film.… U S M S T 

isn’t just a documentary—it’s a movement. Recently, we unveiled its trailer, opening a window into stories long buried but not forgotten.

A film born of necessity. U S M S T redefines courage as more than endurance—it’s reclaiming voice. Through unflinching testimonies, expert insight, and archival reflection, the documentary pushes viewers beyond empathy toward action.

From the first outreach to survivors, through the intimacy of recorded reflections, to the thoughtful inclusion of archival visuals—we shaped a narrative arc of trauma, resilience, and the call for institutional reform. Each testimony is honored with care, each expert voice contextualizes the broader implications.

What comes next? With production complete, we’re poised to begin festival runs and distribution—bringing U S M S T to broader audiences. Our hope? That it doesn’t just inform, but sparks change—in policy, in awareness, and in hearts.

U S M S T is more than film. It’s a testament to bravery—the kind that begins long after service, in the telling. As we move forward, we invite you to listen, to believe, and to help us rewrite the narrative.