Humans Are Alright - Documentary Series
Project Overview
Currently spanning 10 episodes, Humans Are Alright is a mini documentary series deep diving into the lifestyles of artists, creativity, and the stories behind their artwork. It was launched in the summer of 2022 as a passion project created by Matthew Viveen. The docuseries is a way to reconnect with the local community, and shine a light on the local talent that surrounds Waterloo Region.
Each episode features artists who share their creative process, inspirations, and the personal journeys that led them to place art at the center of their lives. The series is a space for storytelling and a place to document the voices, work, and perspectives of talented individuals whose stories might otherwise go untold. These films are meant to inspire anyone thinking about taking their own creative leap, and exploring what it means to create art.
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Client
Self funded, and self directed 10 episode documentary series.
Services
Producing & Directing
Credits
Interviewees: Ryan Antooa, Torin Langen, Kelly Zhu, Sharl G. Smith, Hashveenah Manoharan, Graham Hartnell, Stephanie Scott, Menchao Wu, Nicole Beno
Outcomes
The series currently plays on CCDTV. Interviewees also used the videos to promote their art and services: Hashveenah Manoharan displayed the documentary at Clark Centre for the Arts as part of her art exhibition in July 2025, and Ryan Antooa used sections of the documentary to advertise his creative agency Studio Form.
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Awards
Stephanie Scott's documentary was awarded official selection at the 2024 Hamilton Film Festival.
