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  • LaPorte Indiana - Extra: Carolyn Featurette

  • Everlasting Light: The Story of Indiana’s Bicentennial Torch Relay

    Working in partnership with the Indiana Office of Tourism Development and guided by TCOM lecturer Chris Flook, two teams of students traveled through 260 cities and all 92 Indiana counties documenting the Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay.

  • The Aviators: A Father/Son Story

    After tragedy strikes, a son seeks to connect with his father through the joy of flight.

  • The Bladesmith

    When a young craftsman and his best friend, began forging blades, a lifelong passion was born. "The Bladesmith" is an intimate portrait of a man who transforms a childhood hobby into a career. As a single father, he balances his craft and parenthood, using his skills to support his son and chase ...

  • Live Adventurously

    "Live Adventurously" is an award-winning documentary film following the women who won the inaugural DNK Presents Women's Adventure Giveaway. Four lucky women were chosen to win a backcountry wilderness adventure, disconnected from technology they lived off the grid together where they discovered ...

  • Worth The Wait - Trailer

    Coach Yeagley turns the Indiana University Intramural Soccer team into the powerhouse it is today.

  • Ira Mallory - Who's Who in Hoosier Documentary

    Learn more about Hoosier filmmakers in the Who's Who in Hoosier Documentary series.

  • Onward Ever

    In weaving together interviews from city infrastructure workers, environmental activists, illustrators and sculptors, youth volunteers and more, Onward Ever explores the need for a clean and viable river system, on which so many people along Indiana’s White River depend. In doing so, the film ask...

  • Braided With The Current

    Braided with the Current by Katelyn Calhoun and Hannah Hodges looks at some of the historical uses of the river then spends time with young people who live on the river and/or who study its environmental conditions. Through the characters in the film, we learn about some of the factors impacting ...

  • 38th & Postmodernism

    A documentary/concert from Indianapolis' Premium Blend that speaks to the myriad of issues that has made 2020 so polarizing.

  • Live Adventurously - Trailer

    "Live Adventurously" is an award-winning documentary film following the women who won the inaugural DNK Presents Women's Adventure Giveaway. Four lucky women were chosen to win a backcountry wilderness adventure, disconnected from technology they lived off the grid together where they discovered ...

  • When We Were Syrian: Early Lebanese in Indianapolis

    In a self-narrative search, filmmaker Josh Chitwood pieces together his fragmented Syrian-Lebanese heritage in Indianapolis. In his findings, he explores the ingredients of his own family’s identity and discovers the assimilating tale of early Arabs in America.

    Written and directed by Josh Chitw...

  • Teacher of Patience

    Over 20 years after Emily Felter is diagnosed with Down syndrome, paramedic (and Emily's father) Tom develops a presentation to share her story with other first responders. As the Felters work to raise disability awareness, they come face-to-face with the struggles and joys of their daily lives.​

  • Welcome to Monterey

    As their population dwindles, their businesses are all about gone, this town in rural Monterey, Indiana fights to stay alive. An in-depth look into small town life, "Welcome to Monterey" follows a town's journey to their 20th annual Labor Day Festival, capturing the people's passions and doubt ab...

  • Beyond El Barrio

    “Beyond El Barrio” explores the rich, untold history of Indianapolis’ Latino community and the lasting impact of the city’s once-thriving Latino neighborhood – El Barrio.

  • Third Space: West Newton Elementary & Jackie Head

  • Hometown Media

    This film follows the life of a local newspaper, chronicling the daily operations, the people it serves, and the community it fosters. Through interviews and candid moments, the film highlights the dedication of the newspaper staff and the significant impact they have on preserving local culture ...

  • North Putnam - Trailer

    North Putnam depicts a year in the life of a rural Indiana school district and the community it serves. Crafted with empathy, the film aims to spark action-oriented conversations about the interdependence between public schools and community development.

  • Glass Breakfast: Featuring Cletus Wilcox

    An Interview with Cletus Wilcox for Glass Breakfast.
    Directed, produced and edited by Ian Carstens. Staring Cletus Wilcox.

  • Chad Perdue - Who's Who in Hoosier Documentary

    Learn more about Hoosier filmmakers in the Who's Who in Hoosier Documentary series.

  • Black Baseball in Indiana - Trailer

    Black Baseball in Indiana is a documentary film celebrating the history of African American involvement in segregated professional baseball (1880s-1950s).

    The film features interviews with Negro Leagues players and historians telling the unsung stories of the Indianapolis ABCs, Indianapolis Clo...

  • MEET THE MAKER: Nate Olp

    Nate's story begins with a deep passion for skating, a love that defined his existence until a devastating injury brought his skating career to an abrupt halt. Undeterred by this setback, Nate transitioned into the music scene, touring with his band full-time. However, the instability of this lif...

  • IMBPREZ - Trailer

    IMBPREZ streaming exclusively on Hoodox.

    Brian Presnell, artist, designer, and proprietor of an urban lumber company, is well-known as a prolific connector in his local community who uses his artistic talents and passion for recycling to make a positive impact on the city of Indianapolis. As he ...

  • LaPorte, Indiana - Trailer

    Tucked away in the back room of a B&J’s American Cafe lies a secret history waiting to be discovered: 18,000 dog-eared studio portraits from the 1950s and 60s. From baby pictures to graduation shots to young soldiers heading off to war and beyond, each of these photos hints at a personal story wa...