In 2010, following Haiti’s devastating earthquake, an unusual election was set to take place. Michel Martelly, the cross-dressing dancehall artist better known as Sweet Micky, ran for president against former Fugees member Wyclef Jean. Director, Ben Patterson, follows Martelly’s campaign, capturing how the fight for democracy, influence of artistic expression, and power of civil unrest can change a nation.“Sweet Micky for President” is a look inside a fledgling democracy’s struggle to produce a government worthy of the world’s first black republic.

“Sweet Micky for President'' was distributed globally and released on Showtime. Since then the film has been optioned for adaptation on stage and screen.

“Fascinating and wildly entertaining.” - The Hollywood Reporter

“An equal part real-life satire and a document for change.” - Roger Ebert

“One of the most unlikely stories ever caught on film.” - Billboard Magazine