Virginia Film Festival

The Center for Politics at UVA, in partnership with 10th Collective Creative Agency, explores the events leading up to the January 6, 2021, attacks on the U.S. Capitol, Congress, and the electoral certification process.

Featuring gripping first-hand accounts of those who courageously defended democracy on that day, this documentary details how victims from the day’s attack have sought justice and accountability to safeguard the electoral process and American political institutions, including the challenges they’ve faced in speaking out during the investigation of the events of January 6, 2021. The documentary also shares stories of spouses of fallen officers, shedding light on their trauma and their advocacy for enhanced public policies and mental healthcare provisions for law enforcement.

Defenders of Democracy: The Thin Blue Line highlights the resilience and dedication of those at the forefront of defending democracy and navigating the aftermath of an unprecedented event.

Discussion with director Jumoke Davis and film subjects.

Supported by UVA Center for Politics.

This film is part of the Virginia Filmmaking Series presented by Virginia Film Office.