Knock Down the House

This documentary follows the journey of four determined women who challenge powerful incumbents in the 2018 U.S. congressional elections, highlighting their grassroots campaigns and personal stories. Among them is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who becomes a central figure due to her remarkable rise from bartender to political icon. Directed by Rachel Lears, the film captures the passion and resilience of these women as they strive to bring change to the political landscape. The film was well-received and won the Audience Award for U.S. Documentary at the Sundance Film Festival. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.