Documentary
United States of America
SURGE is a documentary film that highlights the surge of female candidates in the 2018 US midterm elections. The film follows three women who are running for office in red states - Texas, Indiana, and Illinois - and the struggles they face as they attempt to flip their districts from red to blue.
Lauren Underwood, the youngest black woman ever elected to Congress, is one of the candidates featured in the film. Underwood is a licensed nurse and public health expert, who is passionate about ensuring that all Americans have access to affordable healthcare. In the film, we see her working tirelessly to meet voters, strategizing with her campaign team, and speaking at rallies.
The other two candidates featured in the film are Janae Stracke, who is running for State Representative in rural Indiana, and Liz Watson, who is running for Congress in Indiana's Ninth District. Both women face significant challenges in their campaigns, as they attempt to navigate a political climate that is increasingly hostile to women and progressive values.
In addition to following these three women, the film also features interviews with political experts and activists who analyze the unprecedented wave of female candidates in the 2018 midterms and its significance for the future of American politics.
Overall, SURGE is a powerful and inspiring film that celebrates the courage and determination of women who are fighting to make their voices heard and bring about real change in their communities.
