Onyx White is the subject of Don’t Judge Me, an award-winning documentary that offers an intimate and unfiltered look at life after incarceration, resilience, and the fight to redefine one’s future. The film follows White as he navigates parole, electronic monitoring, and systemic barriers while pursuing music, purpose, and personal redemption in Boston.

Don’t Judge Me has earned widespread recognition, including a New England Emmy Award and an Edward R. Murrow Award, and has been praised for its raw honesty, emotional depth, and humanizing portrayal of reentry. Critics and audiences alike have noted the film’s ability to challenge stereotypes, expose structural injustice, and center the humanity of formerly incarcerated people without sensationalism.

Beyond personal storytelling, the documentary highlights broader issues within the criminal legal system, including surveillance, reentry obstacles, and the psychological toll of conditional freedom. White’s story resonates as both deeply personal and universally relevant—illustrating how determination, creativity, and faith can exist even under constant pressure.

Don’t Judge Me stands as a powerful testament to resilience and has been recognized by educators, advocates, and institutions for its impact, sparking conversations on justice, dignity, and second chances across communities.