Groundbreaking Docuseries Focuses on the Devastating Impacts of Sickle Cell Disease
SICKLE, the docuseries, shines a light on Sickle Cell Warriors. Through their personal stories, we hear about the excruciating pain they endure, the frequent hospitalizations, and the emotional toll of living with an invisible illness.
About
Janks Morton
Janks Morton is a highly acclaimed filmmaker, social commentator, and passionate advocate for educational reform and social justice. Renowned for his insightful and thought-provoking documentaries, Morton consistently illuminates critical issues impacting African American communities. His award-winning films are celebrated for driving meaningful dialogue, fostering understanding, and inspiring tangible change.
Beyond filmmaking, Morton is a dynamic public speaker whose work has gained national recognition through appearances on prominent media outlets such as CNN, C-SPAN, BET, The Washington Post, and many others. Through compelling storytelling and deep empathy, he brings forward powerful narratives that demand attention, action, and equity.
SICKLE is Morton’s latest passion project, a groundbreaking independent docuseries that courageously addresses sickle cell disease, amplifies unheard voices, and challenges systemic inequities within healthcare.