Savannah, GA – DOC Savannah is excited to announce a special screening of Portraits of Coastal Georgia in the Ben Tucker Theatre at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center on Thursday, December 12th at 7:30 PM. The screening features five captivating documentary short films from around Coastal Georgia. The screening is sponsored by the Savannah Regional Film Commission.
Portraits of Coastal Georgia offers a unique glimpse into a variety of stories from local filmmakers including Patrick Longstreth and Caroline Josey Karoki and students from the Frank Callen Boys and Girls Club, Georgia Southern University, and Savannah Arts Academy.
At the end of the screening, stay for a brief Q&A with our filmmakers.
Featured films include:
Art with Every Breath
By Caroline Josey Karoki
A portrait of Savannah-based artist Jerome Meadows, whose work serves as a commentary on social issues, challenges racial inequality and explores cultural identity and resilience.
The Day That Shook Georgia
By Patrick Longstreth
In 1971, one of the worst industrial tragedies in U.S. history shook rural Southeast Georgia. The victims were predominantly Black women, manufacturing trip flares for the Vietnam War. Over 50 years later, survivors and first responders shed new light on the bravery and sacrifice of that day, and a grassroots campaign seeks to award the victims with the Congressional Gold Medal.
The History of the Frank Callen Boys & Girls Club
By the Frank Callen Boys and Girls Club members
The documentary highlights the profound impact the Frank Callen Boys & Girls Club has had on generations of youth. This project was made in collaboration with DOC Savannah instructors and Frank Callen Boys and Girls Club members in the Summer of 2024.
Low Country Fishin’
By Angelina Plowe, Savannah Arts Academy student
Local fisherman Garrett Ross explores his relationship with fishing and the Lowcountry region of Savannah, GA.
Wildlife Center
By Bae Allen, Georgia Southern University student
A heartwarming behind-the-scenes exploration of Georgia Southern’s Wildlife Center from it’s inspiration to Freedom, Georgia Southern University’s beloved bald eagle to the dedicated staff at the Wildlife Center.
Event Details:
- Date: Thursday, December 12th, 2024
- Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Location: Ben Tucker Theatre, Savannah Cultural Arts Center
- Address: 201 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for students.
- Tickets will be sold at the door. Cash or credit accepted.