Help bring Desolate Dreams to life

Desolate Dreams is a narrative film about the close friendship between an African American journalist and a Japanese American family during World War II, just as they are forcibly removed from their home and sent to incarceration camps.

Kiyoka Rhodes

Grounded in the African American and Japanese heritage of filmmaker Kiyoka “Kex” Rhodes, Desolate Dreams reclaims an often-overlooked chapter of American history and invites deeper reflection, community dialogue, and educational engagement.

We are grateful to the individuals and organizations who have supported this project. Help us reach our fundraising goal and bring Desolate Dreams to life by making a tax-deductible donation through our Mazlo campaign.

Interested in sponsoring the film? Learn more on our Sponsorship Page.

Desolate Dreams is fiscally sponsored by Independent Arts & Media, a San Francisco–based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to building community through media and the arts. All donations are tax-deductible.