DMV Film ‘Life After The Gunshot’ Heads To Dallas To Premiere Episode #2
In 2017, the University of Maryland’s PATIENTS Program funded Dr. Joseph Richardson’s study to understand how young Black male survivors of firearm injuries at Prince George’s Hospital cope with trauma and recovery. Through two focus groups, the research revealed that over 70% of these survivors had experienced criminal justice supervision (incarceration, probation, etc.), highlighting how mass incarceration intertwines with gun violence in their lives. This finding led to a 2018 R2p Fellowship grant to further explore how such criminal justice involvement increases the risk of re-injury.
For the R2p study, Dr. Richardson partnered with Violence Intervention Specialist Che Bullock, who builds trust and mentors these young men from bedside care through recovery. Together, they conducted ten in-depth interviews and a focus group, probing issues like how a felony record may elevate re-injury risk and how these men sustain resilience amid stigma and trauma.
Collaborating with filmmaker Uzo Ihekwoaba, the team used digital storytelling to document raw, powerful narratives that link structural violence, gun violence, and mass incarceration—the two leading causes of harm for young Black men. Their work underscores the urgent need for integrated policies and increased funding for gun violence research, revealing that the impacts of a gunshot wound extend far beyond immediate physical injury.
Episode #1
The film is now journeying to Oak Cliff in Dallas, Texas, to bring to life the powerful narrative of “Life After The Gunshot – Dallas: A Love Story…” In this deeply personal documentary, King Bisor and his wife share their heartfelt messages of resilience and hope, drawing viewers into their world. Bisor guides audiences on an intimate tour of Oak Cliff, recounting his harrowing experience of being shot three times and detailing the tragic fate of a friend who, after killing a police officer, was sentenced to 99 years in prison. Through these candid and moving testimonies, the film not only explores the scars of violence but also celebrates how love has built a strong, enduring community—a kingdom forged from adversity and sustained by unyielding commitment to one another.
“Life Is Too Precious, What’s The Price For A Life? – King Bisor”
Episode #2 – Trailer
JOIN THEM IN DALLAS, TEXAS AT THE TEXAS THEATRE ON SUNDAY APRIL 27TH
