What Will Become of Us (Formerly titled A New Armenia)

100 years after the Genocide, Armenian culture is alive in the United States. But what keeps it alive? Why does it thrive? How do Armenian Americans move into the future while remaining connected to their past? This 60-minute public television (PBS) documentary will look at how culture is passed down from generation to generation, how culture changes over time, and the challenges faced in an ever-modernizing, mainstream American culture.

American Communion- Light Daughter Productions

American Communion melds intimate portraits of veterans of the US-led conflicts in Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan, with analysis of historical shifts in American practices of war making. Focusing on personal struggles with soldier identity, family relationships, civilian employment, and post- traumatic stress, this film sheds light on the combat veteran as a living individual, and as a cultural figure, asking critical questions about the relationship between global warfare and life on the home front.

The Art of Aviation- Rodehouse Media

The Art of Aviation is a documentary series that highlights the lives and work of aviation artists.Throughout history, wartime artists have been deployed to capture conflicts and given permission to share through their own eyes, the stories of some of the most critical moments in recorded history. They created a window into the lives of soldiers fighting while stationed all over the world. Our goal is to share some of these artists’ stories and to shed light on this field before these first-hand accounts are lost forever. Other episodes in the series will focus on US military art programs, contemporary aviation artists as well as art related to NASA and space travel.Our first episode will take a deep dive into the life and work of Gil Cohen, one of the most influential aviation artists of all time. Gil was a recent art school graduate when he was drafted into the Army and during that time, worked as an artist in military intelligence during the Cold War. After his military service he went on to pursue a successful career as an illustrator and teacher. But it was his love of history, specifically World War II and his fascination with the Mighty Eighth Air Force division that changed his trajectory forever. With a career spanning over six decades, his skill for creating paintings that depict deeply emotional moments in history sets his work apart from other artist.

Champions of Caring

Cheesesteak City, Produced by Arsenal Mediaworks

“Cheesesteak City,” a feature-length documentary, examines the city of Philadelphia, its people, and the relationship with their iconic sandwich. The story of the cheesesteak has been intertwined with that of contentious politics and intense family drama, and all the while has been a steadfast icon of the Philadelphia tourism industry. Through candid interviews, day-in-the-life and archival footage this documentary shines a light on the colorful families behind the sandwich and the quirky (and changing) city they call home. “Cheesesteak City” is not a story about meat, cheese and bread, but one of loyalty and success, betrayal and heartbreak, progress and tradition, national politics and neighborhood feuds, and most importantly, a city and its people.”

Civil War Medicine

The Civil War marked the birth of modern medicine.  New, efficient weapons technology challenged medical treatments and techniques in use since the Middle Ages. A small number of physicians faced one million casualties. They created solutions to the lack of ambulances, skilled nursing care, surgical techniques and record-keeping. A huge, unprecedented civilian volunteer effort helped to heal the physical and spiritual wounds of a nation. This four-part documentary series, Civil War Medicine, adds an important chapter to the annals of American history.

Dancing Diplomats

Dancing Diplomats: A Story of Art, Identity, and Resistance

Step into the enthralling world of Dancing Diplomats, a powerful documentary that intertwines the grace of dance with the gritty reality of geopolitical conflict. This film captures the incredible journey of an American-born choreographer as he collaborates with an 85-year-old Ukrainian artist whose revolutionary choreography was blacklisted by the USSR in 1977.

Against the turbulent backdrop of a decade marked by escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine, beginning in 2012 and culminating in full-scale war in 2022, Dancing Diplomats unveils the indomitable spirit of cultural resistance. This evocative documentary delves deep into the heart of Ukraine’s struggle, revealing how the country’s national identity has been continuously undermined by Moscow’s persistent attempts at cultural appropriation.

Through the lens of personal stories and national pride, Dancing Diplomats explores the delicate dance between politics and culture. Witness the intimate and emotional battle of Ukrainians as they fight to reclaim their heritage and assert their identity in the face of oppression. This film is a testament to the power of art as a form of diplomacy, resilience, and defiance.

Dancing Diplomats is not just a documentary; it is a tribute to the enduring strength of the human spirit and the unbreakable bond between art and freedom.

A film by Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker Henry Nevison.

Dreams of Starlight

Our international drama DREAMS OF STARLIGHT tells the story of Saran, a young Mongolian herdswoman who flees her abusive relationship to pursue her passion for performing – only to see her longtime Hollywood dreams realized by her daughter.  It’s a universal story of courage, hope, and perseverance for a modern-day, global audience, slated to shoot in Mongolia, Guam, and Southern California.

The Fourth Wall

The Fourth Wall series is a love letter to the lives of actors. The series takes us behind the scenes into the dramatic, comedic, romantic, and emotional lives of performers and other artisans working in the world. Season two of The Fourth Wall highlights the struggles performers and creatives went through during the pandemic. These stories are told through small vignettes that will all be intertwined and depict different struggles of  life during the pandemic highlighting Zoom, Tik Tok and Youtube as the new normal for creatives.

Let’s Get Arrested Again! The George Lakey Documentary

The Golden Mile

From White Lyte Productions, the team that brought you the documentary Bazaar of All Nations, this film will follow the historical significance of Baltimore Pike as a major thoroughfare from colonial times through the modern era, focusing on the section known as The Golden Mile. Memorable destinations such as “Playtown Park”, “Charlie’s Hamburgers”, “The Alpine Inn”, “The Fireside Hearth”, “Strawbridge and Clothier” as well as other early car dealerships, restaurants, and shops will be covered.

Homecoming

Homecoming, a 20-minute short family drama, explores self-autonomy by examining the dynamic between a victory-hungry dance coach, Amber, and her prodigy daughter, Phoebe. After separating from her family to attend college, Phoebe realizes she has been living in her mother’s shadow. As Phoebe begins questioning her intentions, she discovers she does not have the drive or motivation to be a dancer outside of wanting to meet the expectations that have been set for her. The film begins after Phoebe is suspended from a prestigious dance academy. Now, she must return home to confront her confusion, her disappointed family, and her tendency to numb out of reality through substances.

The Pillow Snake

In the turbulent final months of high school, five teenagers navigate a web of fractured loyalties, buried secrets, and unchecked rage in a decaying small-town landscape. When their close-knit group—The 3rd Rail—collides with rivals and former allies, simmering tensions erupt into acts of violence with irreversible consequences.

Four years later, the spirit of their dead Black classmate returns, forcing them to confront the roles they played in a fateful betrayal that shattered lives and exposed deep divides. Spanning years and perspectives, The Pillow Snake is a raw exploration of guilt, revenge, and the elusive search for redemption in the face of tragedy.

We call it a tale of racism that tests the limits of forgiveness.

Reel Talk Philly

Reel Talk Philly is an organization designed to create opportunities in a growing Philadelphia community. Everything we do has that intention at the forefront. The hope is to bring together people across all experiences levels and backgrounds and give them a space to foster connections with other creatives in the industry, all while experiencing an enjoyable happy hour! We host monthly networking events for the film, tv and content creation industry of Philadelphia on the first Friday of each month! We are always looking for more ways to engage with the community and create networking opportunities that are beneficial and enjoyable. 

Studio Jams

Studio Jams is a creative, up-close and inside look at the art of making music. It’s a program that is dedicated to presenting interesting and innovative music education. Each episode of Studio Jams features a diverse group of talented jazz and blues musicians, gathered together in a recording studio for the sole purpose of creating fresh, new music. Many are working with one another for the very first time. Viewers watch them rehearse and perform fresh, new material – totally on the spot. Musicians at each session are some of the best in the business…world-class artists, many with strong national and/or international appeal.

The Styx

This Isn’t Working

This Isn’t Working follows early twenty-year-olds who are discovering their identities and how love and relationships play into who they are as people. Our main character, Jaden, is a lovesick puppy who hopes to find a partner because love will fix his life. However, as the series develops, he and his friends will come to realize that love isn’t something that magically fixes everything that is wrong with you and your life. Seeking a relationship or validation from people leads to further destruction, and an internalized self-loathing won’t be satiated by another person telling you that you have value.

Taking a cynical approach to the typical Rom-Com format, the main characters do a lot more chasing and failing, going through different dates and interactions, rather than immediately working out romantically with someone. The series takes inspiration from movies like Saltburn, 500 Days of Summer, and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.

Video Store Suicide

WHAT’S IN A NAME? (One-hour TV documentary)- Kuyamba Media

In an imaginative one-man show, a theater artist examines his bittersweet South Philadelphia upbringing. Offstage, he embraces a new life as father and husband, determined to give his son a secure foundation. However, contradictions from his childhood nip at his peace of mind. He feels compelled to make sense of the divergent paths blazed by the men in his family—from Jim Crow South to South Philadelphia business empire, incarceration to Islam, and streets to spotlight. Producers: Malkia K. Lydia and Khalil A. M. R. Munir.

WHAT IS A BLACK MAN

What is a Black Man? is the intimate story of Alex, Michael, Uriah, and Clinton, four African-American teenage friends living in inner-city Philadelphia working mindfully to create their own definitions of who they are and who they will become amidst continued controversial portrayals of Black men. Working multiple hours a day writing and producing music, they aspire to become mainstream hip-hop artists without having to compromise their racially and socially conscious message. Their bond deepens as they learn of each other’s struggle with complex family dynamics, mental illness, financial difficulties, and internal doubt. When conflict among them arises, they learn to put aside their differences to overcome their struggles and challenge the current state of hip-hop to continue making the conscious music they have committed themselves to. This feature-length documentary intimately captures the reality of chasing a dream while grappling the effects of living in an inner-city.

PAST PROJECTS:

America’s First D-Day

American Law Journal

The American Worker

Alice Blue Gown

Awesome Fest

Badland

The Battle of Henry Johnson

Beethoven in Beijing

Before Hollywood

Between New York and Tennessee: The Irish Pub

Building a Park in the Sky

Cellular Aftershocks

Che Revisited

Clouded

The Computer Wore Heels

Coppermise

Cost of Hunger

Dante’s Paradise

Dark Forest

Digital Dharma

DYI

Family of Too Many

First Day Back

Frank Sinatra Walks at Midnight

Future Weather

The Great Flip Off

Gooch

Grief Rounds

Haenyeo

Hell of a View

Hell or High Seas

Hero Next Door

Higher Grounds

History Making Productions

I Believe in the Devil

In the Cold Dark Night

Jamie Wyeth

Journey to Sanctuary

Korean Cultural Foundation

Kinderwald

Lebanon

The Lost Fort

Luminary

The Magic South

Medical Symposium

Metronome

Mona Lisa is Missing: The True Story of the Man Who Stole the Masterpiece

Muñe  (Previously titled AYAYAY)

Nineteen Steps

No Prisoners

Over The Bridge

The Philadelphia Environmental Film Festival

Philadelphia Film Society

The Philadelphia Latino Film Festival

Philly Gun Fights

Philly Pop Music

The Philo Project

Return Safely

Ride To Die

Thank You for the Opportunity

The Road to Jericho

Shot and a Beer

Simmer

Sleep Demon

Small Wonder

Somebody’s Fool

Sound Heard Round the World

Squatter

Sung’s Pilgrims

Taking Orders

Thank you for the Opportunity

The World Takes

These Will Just Be Places

To Orbit Around a Dying Star

Top Secret Rosies

Uncommitted

The Unschooled

Vamos Gustavo

War is Never Civil

Workforce

Wyeth