“Many stories matter. They can be used to empower and humanize.”
— Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
No Shame in this Game tells the story of shame, acceptance and empowerment of 7 people living with sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Each person discusses their journey through each of the aforementioned stages to demonstrate the possibility of living a life of full sexual self expression, fun, and freedom while being STI positive – a story not widely told and generally too taboo to discuss openly in some communities.
After documentary participants shared their stories, their STI status ceased having a hold on them. They experienced freedom in their sexual self-expression and are now living full empowered lives. We hope that our viewers walk away feeling like they, too, can live their lives shamelessly.
Filmed and Edited by NOMO Films
Produced by Jolene Hernandez
Pictures below are from No Shame in this Game’s NYC Premiere in August 2023