“Perception: From Prison to Purpose” Directed by Jonathan Reed

• Film Name: "Perception: From Prison to Purpose"
• Director: Jonathan Reed
• Crew: Joey Jenkins (EP), Will Cuddy (Producer), Garrett Guinn (DOP)
• Runtime: 39 minutes and 40 seconds
• Screening: Friday, November 10th, 2017
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On April 14th, 2009, Noah Schultz was arrested for attempted murder in Portland, Oregon. This is the story of his transformation. During his seven years of incarceration, Noah took advantage of every program, workshop and educational service provided. He pushed himself not only to be better, but to challenge our perceptions of what it means to be an inmate

From gang member and drug dealer, to college grad, author, and TEDx speaker, Noah's determination and spirit have launched him to success. Since his release in October of 2016, he continues to advocate for programs in youth correctional facilities, and has inspired countless other inmates to follow similar paths. Noah hopes to achieve reform not only in our prison systems but also in our nation's widespread views of how we perceive inmates and ex-cons. Noah's story is unique, but it doesn't have to be.