Filmmaker Huey Rawls Illuminates Systemic Failures with Documentary "He Never Came Home "

DALLAS, TX / ACCESS Newswire / May 22, 2025 /Independent filmmaker and cinematographer Huey Rawls continues to shed light on pressing social justice issues through cinematic storytelling. In his most recent project, "He Never Came Home", Rawls serves as the cinematographer for a powerful documentary now available on Amazon Prime. The film traces the story of Lemon Howard, a mentally disabled youth who was wrongfully convicted of a crime-a case that lays bare the complexities of the American justice system.

Directed through the perspective of Dr. Angela Smith (A.L. Smith), the documentary combines interviews with Howard 's family, friends, legal experts, and mental health professionals to explore the conditions that led to his conviction. The work provides a lens on the systemic gaps that disproportionately affect individuals with mental illness.

"Injustice often hides in plain sight," said Rawls. "This film isn 't just about one young man-it 's a call to reexamine how we treat our most vulnerable citizens within a flawed legal framework."

The film adds to Rawls ' growing reputation for socially conscious filmmaking. Since founding So Nervy Films, LLC in 2012, Rawls has been committed to narratives that go beyond entertainment to prompt dialogue and reflection. His broader body of work includes music videos, narrative features, and collaborations with artists such as Bun B, Dee-1, and Tony Rock.

Beyond film, Rawls is also the author of My $20 Film Camera, a guide to analog photography that showcases selections from his 35mm film collection. His interdisciplinary approach continues to push boundaries in both visual media and public discourse.

As Rawls ' work gains wider recognition, "He Never Came Home" stands as a sobering and timely reminder of the human cost of systemic failure-and the enduring power of documentary film to confront it.

About Huey Rawls

Huey Rawls is a Dallas-based filmmaker, cinematographer, and entrepreneur. He is the founder of So Nervy Films, LLC and has worked with artists such as Bun B, Dee-1, and Tony Rock. His work spans music videos, documentaries, and narrative films, earning him recognition for both his visual style and his commitment to social storytelling.

Instagram: @kangrawls

Available on Amazon prime:https://www.primevideo.com/detail/He-Never-Came-Home/0SU50L8NOBI18Q69BOFNCRPWQ1

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