Counted Out

GSDMC brought the acclaimed documentary Counted Out to San Diego County — reclaiming math as a shared civic tool.

Thank you to all those who came, volunteered, and made this possible!

Official Selection & Award-Winning
Cleveland International Film Festival San Francisco International Film Festival Woods Hole Film Festival Newport Beach Film Festival Rocky Mountain Women's Film Festival SXSW EDU Palm Springs International Film Festival Original Thinkers, Telluride CO La Femme International Film Festival Beach Break Film Festival, Half Moon Bay Alexandria Film Festival Washington DC International Film Festival Winner, Best Editing — UNAFF 2025 International Documentary Film Festival Windsor International Film Festival
About the Film

Counted Out explores how math and algorithms quietly shape modern life — from elections and employment to the news we see and the decisions made on our behalf — yet most people feel disconnected from the math behind it all. Directed by Vicki Abeles and featuring mathematician Ismar Volić, the film makes the case that mathematical literacy is essential to full participation in a democracy.

Learn more at countedoutfilm.com →
Our San Diego Screening
October 10, 2026

GSDMC, in partnership with Teach For America, hosted a free screening of Counted Out in San Diego County. Here's a look back:

Illustration of a popcorn box, film reel, and calendar with a starred date
That’s a Wrap!
Saturday, October 10, 2026
2:00–4:30 p.m.
Wangenheim Middle School Theatre
9230 Gold Coast Dr, San Diego, CA 92126
Free to attend — all were welcome
Register Free →
Raffle
Attendees had a chance to win a GSDMC membership.
Swag Bag Giveaway
Guests took home some GSDMC goodies.
Refreshments
Snacks and drinks were provided.
Registration has closed
The screening was free to attend. Thank you to everyone who registered and joined us!
Register Free → Download the Flier View the Program
Registration was handled on the official Counted Out film site.
Questions or feedback about the screening? Contact Tan Huynh, VP of Membership and Programs, at vpmembership.gsdmc@gmail.com