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Soul Patrol Wins Top Nonfiction Award at Sarasota Film Festival

4/21/2026

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J.M. Harper's documentary "Soul Patrol" won the top nonfiction award at the 28th Sarasota Film Festival, held April 10–19, 2026.
The film centers on the first all-Black Vietnam War special forces unit and premiered at Sundance in 2026.
Producer Sam Bisbee thanked the festival and said the film is seeking distribution.
SIFF President Mark Famiglio highlighted the festival's commitment to diverse storytelling and community engagement.

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Story summary

J.M. Harper's documentary "Soul Patrol" won the top nonfiction award at the 28th Sarasota Film Festival, held April 10–19, 2026.
The film centers on the first all-Black Vietnam War special forces unit and premiered at Sundance in 2026.
Producer Sam Bisbee thanked the festival and said the film is seeking distribution.
SIFF President Mark Famiglio highlighted the festival's commitment to diverse storytelling and community engagement.