The Films
Asylum: Not Abandoned (Sizzle Reel)
- Year 2025
- Country USA
- Runtime 4 min
- Director Kate and Rob Houle
Filmmaker in Attendance, Subject in Attendance, Work in Progress
Filmmaker Kate Arpke Houle unravels her father’s unusual childhood inside a rural Wisconsin mental hospital, where he and his siblings grew up among patients. Not Abandoned explores family, resilience, and confronting darkness with curiosity in this unfolding Midwestern tale.
Detroit to Gloryland
- Year 2024
- Country USA
- Runtime 6 min
- Director Sierra Club Creative Team
Subject in Attendance, Family Friendly, Representative in Attendance
Eight Detroit youth venture to Yosemite National Park to meet legendary Park Ranger and fellow Detroiter, Shelton Johnson. A homecoming in the High Sierra ensues and the next generation is inspired to connect with and protect precious outdoor spaces.
Lake Leelanau, Spirit of the Lake
- Year 2024
- Country USA
- Runtime 24 min
- Director Keith Patterson
Filmmaker in Attendance, Subject in Attendance, Family Friendly
Blending stunning visuals, heartfelt stories, and expert perspectives, “Lake Leelanau, Spirit of the Lake” is a heartfelt tribute to a lake that continues to shape the identity and memories of its community.
Boundless Water
- Year 2025
- Country USA
- Runtime 11 min
- Director Jorden Susewitz
Filmmaker in Attendance
“Boundless Waters” tells the story of Jorden Susewitz - a seasoned conventional fisherman who had seemingly reached the pinnacle of his smallmouth bass pursuits. Feeling a sense of stagnation, he discovered the art of fly fishing, igniting a newfound passion and opening up a world of angling opportunities.
Camp Daggett - A Centennial Celebration
- Year 2025
- Country USA
- Runtime 24 min
- Director John Curtis
Family Friendly
A heartwarming tribute, this centennial documentary celebrates tradition, nature, and the lasting impact of Camp Daggett on Northern Michigan families.