At SIFF Cinema Egyptian in August, Deaunte Damper screened a story on the monumental grand opening of the new Rainier Beach High School campus. Produced by Converge Media, the story represented the decades of unwavering advocacy and collective vision coming to life in the name of uplifting youth in Rainier Beach. 

On top of Converge’s story, Season 3: Episode 3 of the iconic live underground film festival featured short films and music videos from brilliant creative minds in the Emerald City. Whether they were featured or just there to support their fellow creatives, artists like director Zomi the Homie and Marshall Hugh of the Marshall Law Band lauded Scope Screenings for the potent connection the festival forges, filling a critical gap in Seattle’s creative community. 

Damper dedicated his contribution to the night to Elijah L. Lewis, an activist, entrepreneur, and community leader who left our community too soon due to gun violence in 2023. This moment of recognition marked the safety, validation, and community upliftment that defined Scope Screenings throughout 2025. 

The final Scope Screenings of 2025 is happening on Dec. 30 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at LANGSTON, 104 17th Ave S, Seattle. Get your tickets at lexscopefilms.com/scopescreenings.