Beneath the Ice

Film Synopsis

The filmmakers mother, Jennifer Johnson a fish biologist with the Michigan DNR, discusses her connection with ice fishing.

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The Honorable Distillery

  • Filmmakers in attendance
  • Subjects in attendance
  • Contains adult language

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