The festival runs from Oct. 6-14.
The film about the renowned poet and activist was recently acquired by HBO Documentary Films.
As previously announced, the opening night film isRelentless Ride, directed by Adam Harbottle and Brian Hill.

Musician Kishi Bashi, aka Kaoru IshibashiMTV Documentary Films
Scroll for the full HSDFF lineup.
The festival is presented by Oaklawn.
Winner, Audience Award, DOC NYC and Outfest LA.
This hilarious documentary exposes the making of the infamous Wookie-filled extravaganza.
His idyllic images mirrored a public persona entrenched in faith and family.
Supported by stunning landscape imagery, Between the Rains explores coming of age in the time of climate change.
But with the pandemic halting public performances, one rescued grey stallion proves to be an unexpected standout.
When life takes an unthinkable turn, she is forced to redefine what it means to fight.
But there is so much more to the story.
Alison Ellwoods intimate portrait paints Laupers true colors.
Her approachable persona and comedic attitude have demystified sex for millions.
Thank You Very Much
Director: Alex Braverman
Will the real Andy Kaufman hey step forward?
Winner, Best Documentary, Venice International Film Festival.
It spurred a cultural phenomenon upon release, but what became of its author, Shere Hite?
Winner, Berlinale Documentary Film Award.
Elliot Koteks inspiring film asks, What does it mean to live a life driven by purpose?
Warning: you may leave the screening with a renewed sense of purpose yourself.
Aubrey Gordon is a writer, activist, and podcast host.
Aubrey started the Twitter account Your Fat Friend to bring awareness to anti-fat biases and advocate for equity.
With its authentic and often humorous tone, Your Fat Friend becomes a phenomenon for the ages.
But is this an inspiring news story or something far more nuanced and complicated?
This intricately woven, fascinating 3-part docuseries tells the full story.