Vitalik: An Ethereum Story // Now Streaming

Vitalik: An Ethereum Story // Now Streaming

3 views · January 30th, 2026

Now streaming on YouTube Movies — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUqku2o3pzY When a young genius invents a new technology, he sparks a global movement and is reluctantly thrown into the spotlight.

Vitalik: An Ethereum Story

5 views · January 19th, 2026

When a young genius invents a new technology, he sparks a global movement and is reluctantly thrown into the spotlight. More info at: https://EthereumFilm.xyz

Imilla Skate: The Cholita Skaters of Bolivia // Official Trailer

4 views · June 30th, 2025

ImillaSkate: The Cholita Skaters of Bolivia is an inspiring short documentary spotlighting a collective of Indigenous women in Bolivia who are challenging gender stereotypes through skateboarding. ImillaSkate is an Optimist production, presented by Vans and Documentary+ Originals, in association with Pachamama Sabia. Premiering exclusively on NOWNESS on June 30, 2025 and Documentary+ beginning July 15, 2025.

The Street Performer Running for Mayor of NYC — Paperboy Love Prince

323 views · June 17th, 2025

Paperboy Love Prince is a far cry from your typical New York City mayoral candidate. They can often be found in Washington Square Park standing on top of a bedazzled school bus rapping about social issues. When they announced their run for mayor, many laughed them off as a joke candidate. However, as their campaign started to heat up, their viral tactics garnered momentum with write ups in Rolling Stone and a feature on The Trevor Noah Show. Can Paperboy act as a nexus between the people who wouldn’t ordinarily engage in politics and a platform that serves them? Director: Owen Dubeck Executive Producers: Zach Ingrasci, Chris Temple, and Jenna Kelly Co-Producer: Ron Brodie Line Producer: Isabelle Groenewegen Editor: Owen Dubeck Starring: Paperboy Love Prince

This Is What an ICE Deportation Really Looks Like

1 views · June 11th, 2025

This is a clip from the feature documentary FIVE YEARS NORTH. Immigration policy is complex, and reasonable people can disagree about reform and enforcement. But one fact remains unshakable: there is no humane way to deport a family’s loved one. The pain is not abstract. It's lived daily by parents, children, and neighbors—many of whom are deeply woven into the fabric of their communities.

"State of Firsts" Documentary // Politico Exclusive Clip

4 views · June 4th, 2025

With incredible access, "State of Firsts" follows Sarah McBride’s history-making campaign as the first transgender person ever to be elected to Congress. Ahead of our premiere at Tribeca 2025 on June 7th and our screening at DC/DOX on June 15th, Politico released this exclusive clip that shows McBride’s reaction to Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s (R-Ga.) attacks on her. "State of Firsts" is an Optimist, XTR, and Level Ground production. DIRECTOR: Chase Joynt PRODUCED BY: Jenna Kelly, Justin Lacob CINEMATOGRAPHER: Melissa Langer EDITOR: Chris McNabb EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Zach Ingrasci, Chris Temple, Zackary Drucker, Bill Harnisch, Ruth Ann Harnisch, Chase Joynt, Chris Panizzon, Shannon Hunt Scott, David Steinglass, Patty Quillin, Bryn Mooser, Matthew Cherchio CO-PRODUCER: Dani Eddy CO-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Joanna Kim, Samantha Curley CAST: Sarah McBride

"Vitalik: An Ethereum Story" // Official Trailer

12 views · March 19th, 2025

When a young genius invents a new technology, he sparks a global movement and is reluctantly thrown into the spotlight. Now available for presale on Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/vitalik-an-ethereum-story/umc.cmc.38hr2j736odpd072papp5zvau https://EthereumFilm.xyz

"Vitalik: An Ethereum Story" // Official Trailer

4.3K views · July 23rd, 2024

Vitalik: An Ethereum Story is a feature documentary chronicling tech visionary Vitalik Buterin and Ethereum’s community of builders as they fight for an open internet accessible to all. Purchase an onchain streaming link to the full film at Ethereumfilm.xyz. Be a part of history to revolutionize how films are financed, distributed, and experienced. ——————— Directors: Zach Ingrasci & Chris Temple Producers: Carrie Weprin & Jenna Kelly Co-Producer: Linda Xie Executive Producers: Steve Jang, Loren Hammonds, Dave O’Connor, Michael Clark, Alex Turtletaub, & Tim Foley. Co-Executive Producers: Leorad.eth, PleasrDAO, & Kyle Hentschel Original Score: Dan Deacon Animation: Luca Tarantini & Gabe Masewich. Produced by Optimist and Strange Design, in association with Lone Palm Productions, Big Beach, & TIME Studios.

Be an Optimist

79 views · June 30th, 2024

It's not naive to be an optimist, it's necessary. Become an optimist at Optimist.co

"Champions of the Golden Valley" Documentary // Exclusive Clip

1.2K views · June 4th, 2024

"This film is the ultimate underdog story" - Variety "Director Ben Sturgulewski captures an Afghanistan that few outsiders ever see in his exuberant debut feature film. A unique story that goes beyond skiing, Champions of the Golden Valley is about resilience, finding joy amidst difficult circumstances and what it means to be a champion." – Tribeca Film Festival World Premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival (June 9, 2024) Courtesy of Sturgefilm, Tideshift, The Taleem Project, Optimist, XTR, Happy Place, Adventure Not War. Get Involved: www.ChampionsDoc.com DIRECTED BY: Ben Sturgulewski PRODUCED BY: Katie Stjernholm & Baktash Ahadi EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Doug Blush, Chris Temple, Zach Ingrasci, Nadia Samadani, Little Lion Impact, Tiger Tales Media, Justin Lacob, Tara Razavi. SYNOPSIS: In the remote mountain villages of Bamyan, Afghanistan, a newfound passion for skiing attracts young athletes from rival ethnic groups who showcase their resourcefulness and skill on the slopes. Equipped with minimal gear, makeshift skis, and no chairlift, the determined ski coach Alishah Farhang organizes a ski race like no other, uniting the community in a moment of joy and camaraderie. However, when their country falls to the Taliban, many of the skiers are displaced across the globe as refugees, confronted with an uncertain future.

This Is Not Financial Advice // Official Trailer

151.3K views · December 1st, 2023

An award-winning documentary about Dogecoin and the get rich quick economy. Available on Apple TV, Prime Video, YouTube Movies and Fuse. www.Tinfafilm.com Glauber Contessoto gambles his life savings on a joke cryptocurrency. Two months later, he becomes “The Dogecoin Millionaire” and an internet legend. While it might seem easy to get rich online, it’s even easier to lose it all. "Hilarious, Insightful, & Brilliantly Executed. A Thought-Provoking Masterpiece.” - WashPost “A Truly Wild Ride. Couldn’t Recommend More.” - Vox “Ricochets Between Euphoria and Despair” - CNBC "A Gripping Financial Horror Film" - The Guardian Courtesy of Optimist, XTR, Mr. Wizard, and Legion M.

Exclusive Clip | "THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE" Documentary

5.9K views · August 18th, 2023

Glauber Contessoto gambles his life savings on a joke cryptocurrency. Two months later, he becomes “The Dogecoin Millionaire” and an internet legend. While it might seem easy to get rich online, it’s even easier to lose it all. "A Thought-Provoking Masterpiece.” - The Washington Post “A Truly Wild Ride. Couldn’t Recommend More.” - Vox “Ricochets Between Euphoria and Despair” - CNBC "A Gripping Financial Horror Film" - The Guardian Now available globally for pre-sale on Apple TV: www.Tinfafilm.com Courtesy of Optimist, XTR, Mr. Wizard, and Legion M.

Abundance - Official Trailer

385 views · August 15th, 2023

During the largest food crisis in a century, a group of college students step up to help those facing hunger. A new short film about The FarmLink Project and a campaign for food access. Host a Screening and Get Involved: https://www.farmlinkproject.org/abundance A Film by Owen Dubeck Executive Producers: Chris Temple & Zach Ingrasci An Optimist Production

Free to Care - Official Trailer

208 views · January 5th, 2023

A single mother with a passion for nursing, Lisa Creason wanted the freedom to pursue her dreams. When an unjust law prohibited her from doing so, she took the fight into her own hands and ended up opening doorways for thousands like her. In partnership with Iron Light Labs. Join the movement at www.freetocarefilm.com Directors: Chris Temple & Owen Dubeck Producers: Jo Jensen & Jenna Kelly Editor: Princess Hairston Director of Photography: Sharif El Neklawy Original Score: Nate Zuercher Executive Producers: Austin Berg, Ryan Green, Erica Hilbert, Zach Ingrasci

Five Years North - Official Trailer

1.7K views · August 8th, 2022

An award-winning feature documentary! Available on PBS and Peacock. - “Remarkable Access” - NY Times - "A compelling look at two disparate New York lives" - Hollywood Reporter - “A multi-dimensional, far-reaching portrait of a pressing issue” - DOC NYC Five Years North is the coming-of-age story of Luis, an undocumented boy in New York City desperate to bring the American Dream back home to Guatemala. Alone, he struggles to work, study, and evade Judy—the conflicted Cuban-American ICE agent who patrols his neighborhood. www.FiveYearsNorth.org An Optimist production Directors: Chris Temple & Zach Ingrasci Producer: Jenna Kelly Editor & Co-Producer: Alejandro Valdes-Rochin Consulting Editors: Pedro Kos & Fernando Villena Cinematographers: Nick Kraus, Chris Temple & Zach Ingrasci Executive Producers: S.J. Murray, Morgan Kays, Tolu Olubunmi, Ari Rastegar & Kellie Rastegar Trailer Editor: Sean Kusanagi Titles & Design: Katerine Contreras

These are fridges with free food, on the sidewalk

7.6K views · December 21st, 2020

Paperboy Prince gives us the rundown on the community refrigerator movement in Brooklyn, NY.