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"All of Us is really a gem of a film, It has a sense of dignity, compassion and humanity that you don't often see in documentary filmmaking. It's telling a story that needs to be told more. That is the story of how HIV/AIDS is impacting women. It is a story of how women don't feel agency in negotiating safe sex. It is the story of black women in particular whom are being impacted by violence and sexual abuse and are at risk for HIV/AIDS. The documentary gives you the voices of women in the Bronx with HIV/AIDS, Dr. Mandefro's voice and other women who are well educated and privileged but yet still struggle with these bedroom politics. The film weaves all of that together into a story that we all need to pay attention to, men and women. You can share it with your family too, I definitely want my teenagers to see this film." Nathalie Thandiwe, WBAI

"The best film I've seen on the subject of HIV/AIDS." Tracy Jones, COO, AIDS Task Force of Greater Cleveland


"'All of Us' brings light to the underlying issues associated with the increasing prevalence of HIV transmission amongst young African-American women. While multiple factors certainly contribute to this epidemic, the film shows how empowering young women to make self-affirming decisions about their lives and relationships might hold the key towards controlling the spread of this disease." Catherine A. Schaefer, Brooklyn Law School


"All of Us opens our eyes to the lives of our kids and the realities they themselves, their families and communities face on a daily basis. It is a great tool as it sparks a deep conversation between the kids and their mentors and helps bridge that bond that brings them closer together." Michael Coughlin, Director of Recruitment, Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC


"The honesty of the women's (and men's) biographies in this film lends itself well to an open classroom discussion and a frank understanding of the importance of safe sex. Makes some of the subtle but vital parts of teaching accessible. Our college is definitely going to use this film for the foreseeable future."

Dr. Mar Croissant, Sociology/Ethnic Studies, Front Range Community College


"This is a documentary that inspires, and makes us aware of the seriousness of the issue of HIV/AIDS... It is compelling, emotional and heart warming to know that women can and do make films that make a difference."

  1. Linda Zises, WBAI Women's Collective


“"he film speaks to all women and becomes real for an upper middle class educated person when Mehret begins talking about herself. I liked her focus on how women cede control of the sexual aspects of their relationships even when they have control in other aspects. I wish it could be shown in all schools." Jacqueline London, National Institute of Mental Health


"The film 'All of Us' had a profound impact on my understanding of why women from all walks of life are so vulnerable to HIV. I implore all women to watch the film and see for yourselves."

Iris Velasco, HIV/AIDS specialist, Columbus Urban League in Columbus


"'All of Us' is excellent - a compelling illustration of the utter cruelty and inadequacy of abstinence-until-marriage and 'prevention for positives' programs as a response to HIV infection among African-American women. The film underscores the undeniable fact that unaddressed gender inequality is literally lethal to women."

  1. Dr. Catherine Hanssens, Executive Director, The Center for HIV Law and Policy


"This powerful documentary gave me the urge to run out and tell all my colleagues about the film 'All of Us'. It is a necessary tool for anyone working in the field of women, substance abuse and gender empowerment."

  1. Lillie Jackson, National Black Alcoholism and Addictions Council


“As someone who has been going into classrooms and neighborhoods for 15 years to talk about HIV prevention. I can attest that this film touches on all the facts about the underlying causes of HIV. While the film addresses black women specifically, it also connects the dots to the bigger picture. After seeing this film, I feel it truly is about All of Us.”

Sherri Lewis, HIV/AIDS Activist, Hollywood, CA


"Extremely well done. I have watched it twice and it brought me to tears each time. I found the heartfelt discussions of the women to be very powerful and real. The film helps us relate to the daily struggles encountered by women to achieve empowerment, especially in intimate relationships. I encourage as many women and men as possible to see this film and begin the critical dialogue necessary to address this life-or-death issue."

  1. Crystal Willis, Ohio Department of Health, HIV/STD/HepC Prevention Program


"Its message is realistic and positive! This movie should be shown in every high school and is a great tool to start women's support groups."

  1. Metris Batts, Director of Outreach Services, The Village South - Affiliate of WestCare Foundation, Miami, Florida


"All of Us is a powerful film that puts faces and stories to the alarming statistics on women of color and HIV."

  1. Jasmine Nielsen, Executive Director, Love Heals, the Alison Gertz Foundation for AIDS Education


"I want to thank you. I saw a preview of 'All of Us' and it is what is needed in the community. It showed the reality of us (people) as a whole, being human. There is so much stigma about HIV/AIDS... no one wants to talk or deal with it until it is too late. To think that HIV/AIDS can be prevented if people would just pay attention. Keep spreading the word. It can’t be cured, but it can be prevented..." Alexa Rosado, National Black Alcoholism & Addictions Council, Inc.


"It was beautiful, compassionate and honest - I really appreciated its candor. I learned so much about HIV/AIDS and its relationship to the power and pain underlying sexual behavior and the need for love, particularly with respect to Black women and the Black community. I feel blessed to have been introduced to the women in the film, as well as their families, friends, and communities. The film reveals the humanity of real people impacted by this crisis, and challenges our society to address the deeper social issues at the root of it." Judith May, National Black Women’s Organization


"Very comprehensive and touched on the many issues regarding HIV: lack of information and education, poverty, mental health issues, etc. It also stressed the need for an open discussion about sex within our media-saturated sex-oriented culture."

  1. Shernaz Reporter, HIV Program Coordinator, Greene County Combined Health District


"I found it very interesting. The issues that surround/contribute to HIV are very complex and the film did a great job of showing how they affect women across lines of race, class and level of education."

  1. Tania Slack, Ohio AIDS/HIV/STD Hotline Coordinator, Columbus AIDS Task Force


"This film drives home the critical message that we have to start talking openly, honestly and publicly not just about wearing condoms every time we physically engage in sex (oral, anal, vaginal), but about the psycho-social issues that surround intimacy - economics, control, power, infidelity, violence, etc. Yes, it is an uphill battle, but the sooner we start climbing, the sooner our collective "baby steps" will effect change for future generations."

  1. Bridget L. DeCrane, Columbus AIDS Task Force


"Wow! What a powerful film. And what wonderful and courageous women - all of them. I love how it presents personal stories, data/information, and the links between 'All of Us' in a direct, never preachy, and often subtle way. It engages you immediately, building slowly and thoughtfully to a profound place, where you feel you must get involved and that you CAN get involved (in ways large and small). My partner and I were very moved; in fact, it affected us so deeply that we couldn't really talk about it for a while after it was over." Bob Bronzo, Funders Concerned about AIDS


"All of Us is an outstanding discussion tool that is really trying to get to the heart of issues about HIV and Women. I love this film and wish that women everywhere could see it and begin to discuss the real issues addressed in it."

  1. Naimah O’Neal, HIV-Positive AIDS Activist


"This is a film that needs to be seen and seen now. With AIDS as the leading cause death of African American women aged 25-34, we must wake up to the attack and fight back - and that means 'All of Us'!" Amanda Lugg, African Services Committee


"You did such a good job on the film!!!! It was so touching and brought up real issues that we plan to take back to our girls group. Thank you thank you thank you for letting Metro TeenAIDS use the film in our film fest."

  1. Fushena Cruickshank, Metro Teen AIDS Washington


"It is a very inspiring film, especially for women of color living with the virus. It is very uplifting because it makes you feel like you're not alone." Pricilla Bolton, Housing Works Client

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