the movie was produced using archival footage from the government and the media. it was directed by sierra pettengill. the producers were jamila wignot and sara archambault. the executive producers were charlotte cook and laura poitras. it is narrated by charlene modeste. the narration was written by tobi haslett. the movie was supported by a 2020 grant from the international documentary association. magnolia pictures scheduled its streaming and limited theatrical release for september 16, 2022.