# The Space Between Documentary > Hold on to democracy ## Posts - [Big Updates](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/space-between-film-update/): Progress There are moments in a project where things just click — where you look up, breathe, and realize, “Wow… this is really happening.” Recently, there have been a lot of those moments. I’m excited to share some major updates on The Space Between — and where we are in bringing this story to life. Welcoming Barbara Barr as Executive Producer I am thrilled to announce that award-winning journalist Barbara Barr has joined The Space Between as Executive Producer. Barbara’s decades of experience reporting on politics, communities, and the human stories behind the headlines make her the perfect partner for this film. She has interviewed presidents, covered historic […] - [Why we feel so divided](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/why-americans-feel-divided/): When I was in grad school, I noticed something strange. People in my classes were smart and kind, but when politics came up, everything got tense. It felt like we were supposed to pick sides — and once we did, we couldn’t really talk anymore. That got me wondering: are we really as divided as it feels? Or is something else going on? Listening Instead of Arguing To find out, I started filming. I talked with four people who live very different lives — Ryan, Molly, Steward, and Ilsy. They don’t all agree on politics. But what I found is simple: they all care […] ## Pages - [News](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/news-2/) - [News & Updates](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/news/): The Real America Isn’t What Cable News Shows You Filmmaker Emily Arndt shares why the loudest voices aren’t the majority—and how real conversations, not headlines, could help close America’s divide. Rising Filmmaker Emily Arndt Earns Top Documentary Storytelling Honor First-time director Emily Arndt of The Space Between is honored with the Carole Dorothy Joyce Award for excellence in documentary storytelling—recognizing her bold exploration of division, democracy, and connection in America. Want to stay in the loop?Join our email list or follow along on social for more news about The Space Between as it continues its journey to the screen. Facebook Instagram Tiktok […] - [Blog](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/blog-2/): Welcome to the official blog for The Space Between, a documentary film exploring why Americans are divided — and how we can rediscover what connects us. This is the place where the story behind the story unfolds. Here, filmmaker Emily Arndt shares a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film — from first interviews to final edits. You’ll find reflections from the road, moments that didn’t make it into the movie, and lessons learned while filming in communities across the East Coast. These posts pull back the curtain on the creative process, showing how listening, empathy, and storytelling come together to create […] - [Wishlist](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/wishlist/) - [Inside The Interviews](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/inside-the-interviews/): Go behind the lens with The Space Between and explore the conversations that shaped the film. From everyday Americans to leading experts in media, politics, Congress, bridge-building, and political psychology, these interviews reveal the heart of a divided nation—and the common ground that still exists beneath the noise. Each dialogue offers a glimpse into what drives our beliefs, our fears, and our hope for what’s possible when we truly listen. Everyday Voices STEWARD Molly ILSY RYAN Expert Insights DAVID BARKER Becca Kearl Lilliana Mason Julie Mastrine James Wallner - [Why This Film Exists](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/why-this-film-exists/): “America is polarized.” “Americans are divided.” “This is the most divided we’ve ever been.” Sound familiar? We hear it on the news, see it on our feeds, and feel it at the dinner table. Divided has become the story we tell ourselves about who we are — but have we ever stopped to question if that story is true? I started The Space Between when I was sitting in a political communication class where no one could really communicate. For the first time, I felt politically marginalized — and I saw it happening all around me. My classmates weren’t enemies, […] - [Home](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/): The other side isn’t “evil.” So why do we believe they are? This is a story about division in America – and how we can bridge the space between us https://vimeo.com/1127044307https://vimeo.com/1126637494 Instagram Facebook X-twitter DONATE (Tax deductible) About the Film The Space Between is an upcoming feature-length documentary that exposes America’s deepest held secret: we have much more in common than we think. The film exposes what’s driving political division and polarization in America—and how the division is shaping our daily lives and relationships. Filmed over five years in communities across the east coast, the documentary weaves together evidence and […] - [Meet the Filmmakers](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/meet-the-filmmakers/): The Space Between was created by a team of storytellers, thinkers, and community members united by one mission—to help Americans understand what divides us and rediscover what connects us. Together, they bring a mix of journalism, filmmaking, and heart to a project built on empathy and truth. Creative Team Emily Arndt First-time filmmaker Emily Arndt is the Director and Producer of The Space Between, a feature-length documentary exploring why Americans feel divided—and what still connects us. Originally from the Philadelphia area and raised in New Jersey, Emily earned her B.A. in Political Science with a minor in Photography from York College […] - [Blog](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/blog/): stories from my filmmaking journey by Emily Arndt - [Join the Conversation](https://www.spacebetweenfilm.org/join-the-conversation/): Sign up for The Space Between newsletter! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Tiktok X-twitter ## Optional - [Agent (MCP protocol)](websites-agents.hostinger.com/www.spacebetweenfilm.org/mcp) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)