"Matt Shepard is a Friend of Mine" is a powerful feature documentary about Matthew Shepard, the gay man who was tortured and murdered in one of the most notorious hate crimes in U.S. history. Directed by Michele Josue, a close friend of Shepard's, the film revisits the shocking case with never-be...

The official film trailer for "Matt Shepard is a Friend of Mine"

Teaser #2 for "Matt Shepard is a Friend of Mine." (Warning: Does contain graphic images)

In this bonus video, Dennis Shepard reads his powerful "Statement to the Court." This emotional speech about his son and why they decided to spare their son’s killer was first delivered by Mr. Shepard at Aaron McKinney's trial in November 1999. He reads it in its entirety here.

Bonus interview footage with Rulon Stacey, the former CEO of Poudre Valley Hospital. While Matthew Shepard was hospitalized, Rulon served as the spokesperson for Poudre Valley Hospital and the Shepard family. Here, he gives a first-hand account of Matt's last days in the hospital and how Matt's s...

An inspiring speech by Matthew Shepard's mother Judy Shepard at the Matthew Shepard Foundation's "Bear to Make a Difference" Gala in Denver, Colorado on October 16, 2010.

Undersheriff Rob DeBree, one of the lead investigators on Matt's case in 1998, takes director Michele Josue to the site of Matt's attack in Laramie, Wyoming.

A video about the Matthew Shepard Foundation's work to replace hate with understanding, compassion and acceptance. Through local, regional and national outreach, the Foundation empowers individuals to find their voice to create change and challenge communities to identify and address hate that li...