LAFAYETTE COLLEGE * LEHIGH UNIVERSITY * MUHLENBERG COLLEGE
The LVAIC MINOR in DOCUMENTARY STORYMAKING presents
LEHIGH VALLEY STORIES
9 Original Short Documentaries
from DOC 150: Introduction to Documentary Storymaking
Fall 2017
Film Screening and Student Filmmaker Talkback
7:00-9:30PM Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Landis Cinema, Buck Hall
Lafayette College, Easton, PA
All are welcome
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Introductions & Acknowledgements
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The Films & Filmmakers
SOS—SAVING OUR SHAD
For years, shad moved easily through the Delaware watershed, but now they can’t reach their spawning grounds. What’s stopping them? (10:00) Filmmakers: Devin Domeyer (MUH), Anna Golub (LAF), Emily Ramirez (LAF)
THE LOSS WE CAN GAIN
This film uncovers the food waste problem in the Lehigh Valley and reveals the active roles the community is taking to combat it. (10:00) Filmmakers: Kiera Kehoe (LEH), Josh Kline (LAF), Aidan Trevisan (LAF)
A WORLD OF GRAY
Statistics can easily show how addiction to opioids is on the rise. Its effects on families are often overlooked and no amount of numerical research can expose you to the reality of the epidemic. (10:00) Filmmakers: Kenzie Corbin (LAF), Luke Madronal (LAF), Laura Pezzulich (MUH)
ART IN THE BANANA
Integrating the arts more into our lives enriches each of us, and because engaging in the arts brings individuals together, it fosters community. (10:00) Filmmakers: Trott Montina (MUH), Ricky Peacock (LAF), Tracey Robinson (LAF)
DIGITAL DIVIDE
In an increasingly technologically-connected world, this film interrogates the accessibility and necessity of community wifi in the city of Allentown. (9:00) Filmmakers: Ayanna Costley (MUH), Annie Diaz (MUH), Reggie Lahens (LEH), David Owalabi (LEH)
DEEPENING OUR ROOTS
LaFarm harvests more than just produce; it harvests connections between the college, community, and the Lehigh Valley. (8:42) Filmmakers: Julia Ciciarelli (LAF), Lisa Salomon (LAF), Grace Veghte (LAF)
PB ‘N LV
A film where discoveries of lead in the Lehigh Valley present a huge concern based on how it’s impacting the health of the community and its children. (7:00) Filmmakers: Mekhi Bryant (LEH), Lauren Mathisen (LAF), Donterrius Walker (LEH)
EASTON UPGRADED
A documentary short about the recent restaurant development in downtown Easton, PA. (5:15) Filmmakers: Natalie Acopian (LAF), Margie Lewis (LAF)
NOT LIKE YOU
DACA students are working towards a college degree while constantly fearing deportation. (10:00) Filmmakers: Andrea Bonilla (LAF), Yannick Gbadouwey (LEH), Shreya Nebhwani (LAF)
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Filmmaker Talkback (begins at approximately 8:45)
Thanks to
The Lehigh Valley Association of Independent Colleges (LVAIC) and the Provosts of Lafayette College, Lehigh University, and Muhlenberg College. Thanks to the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
Special thanks to Lora Taub, Jenna Azar, Aggie Bazaz, Kate Ranieri, Tamara Myers, John Pettegrew, Jack Lule, Julia Maserjian, Cory Fischer Hoffman, Greg Reibman, Nandini Sikand, Tony Dalton, Adam MacHose, Emmia Newman, Mike Loftus, Kirsten Johnson, Sara Taksler, Kim A. Snyder, Robert Seidman, Drew Swedberg. Delaney McCaffrey, Cindy Notaroberto, Joe Swarctz
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Project chart pdf (also check email)
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DOC LV STORY PROJECT CHART (12/11/17)
| Project | Crew | Homes |
| SOS—SAVING OUR SHAD
For years, shad moved easily through the Delaware watershed, but now they can’t reach their spawning grounds. What’s stopping them? Runtime: 10:00 |
Anna Golub
Devin Domeyer Emily Ramirez |
Laf
Muh Laf |
| A WORLD OF GRAY
Statistics can easily show how addiction to opioids is on the rise. Its effects on families are often overlooked and no amount of numerical research can expose you to the reality of the epidemic. Runtime: 10:00 |
Laura Pezzulich
Kenzie Corbin Luke Madronal |
Muh
Laf Laf |
| ART IN THE BANANA
Integrating the arts more into our lives enriches each of us, and because engaging in the arts brings individuals together, it fosters community. Runtime: 10:00 |
Trott Montina
Tracey Robinson Ricky Peacock |
Muh
Laf Laf |
| DIGITAL DIVIDE
In an increasingly technologically-connected world, this film interrogates the accessibility and necessity of community wifi in the city of Allentown. Runtime: 9:00 |
Ayanna Costley
Annie Diaz Reggie Lahens David Owalabi |
Muh
Muh Leh Leh |
| THE LOSS WE CAN GAIN
This film uncovers the food waste problem in the Lehigh Valley and reveals the active roles the community is taking to combat it. Runtime: 10:00 |
Kiera Kehoe
Josh Kline Aidan Trevisan |
Leh
Laf Laf |
| NOT LIKE YOU
DACA students are working towards a college degree while constantly fearing deportation. Runtime: 10:00 |
Andrea Bonilla
Yannick Gbadouwey Shreya Nebhwani |
Laf
Leh Laf |
| EASTON UPGRADED
A documentary short about the recent restaurant development in downtown Easton, PA. Runtime: 5:15 |
Natalie Acopian
Margie Lewis
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Laf
Laf
|
| PB ‘N LV
A film where discoveries of lead in the Lehigh Valley present a huge concern based on how it’s impacting the health of the community and its children. Runtime: 7:00 |
Mekhi Bryant
Lauren Mathisen Donterrius Walker |
Leh
Laf Leh |
| DEEPENING OUR ROOTS
LaFarm harvests more than just produce; it harvests connections between the college, community, and the Lehigh Valley. Runtime: 8:42 |
Lisa Salomon
Grace Veghte Julia Ciciarelli |
Laf
Laf Laf |
LV STORIES PRODUCTION TIMELINE (12/6/17)
| Project | Working Title & Para 10/23 | B-roll Story 11/6 | Group Feed 11/8 | 5 Stats 11/20 | New Footage 11/20 | Title Logline Image 11/27 | Assembly Cut 11/27 | Rough Cut 12/4 | Screen Fine Cut 12/13 |
| SOS—SAVING OUR SHAD |
10/23 |
11/5 |
11/9 |
11/21 |
11/20 |
11/27 |
— |
12/4 | |
| A WORLD OF GRAY |
10/23 |
10/30 |
11/7 |
11/15 |
11/20 |
12/3 |
— |
12/6 | |
| ART IN THE BANANA |
10/30 |
11/6 |
11/9 |
11/18 |
11/20 |
12/4 |
12/6 |
12/4 |
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| DIGITAL DIVIDE |
10/23 |
11/6 |
11/9 |
11/18 |
11/27 |
11/28 |
— |
12/9 | |
| THE LOSS WE CAN GAIN |
10/23 |
11/5 |
11/8 |
11/14 |
11/14 |
11/27 |
— |
12/4 | |
| NOT LIKE YOU |
10/23 |
11/5 |
11/8 |
11/20 |
11/20 |
11/27 |
— |
12/4 |
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| EASTON UPGRADED |
10/24 |
11/5 |
11/8 |
11/19 |
11/19 |
11/25 |
11/27 |
12/4 |
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| PB ‘N
LV |
10/31 |
11/5 |
11/8 |
11/20 |
11/20 |
11/27 |
11/29 |
— |
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| DEEPENING OUR ROOTS |
10/23 |
11/4 |
11/8 |
11/15 |
11/20 |
11/27 |
— |
12/10 |
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DOC 150 Public Screening 7:00 PM Wednesday, December 13 in the Landis Cinema
Final Cuts due 5:00 PM Friday, December 15 (on the blog)
Final Reflection due 5:00 PM Friday, December 15 (via email)
DOC 150: Potential Lehigh Valley Story Project Topics, September 18, 2017
- Borders of Belonging
A film challenging the Lehigh Valley’s role in the migration and immigration of Hispanic and Latinx communities in terms of equity, hospitality, and overall success.
- Urban Desert
Food scarcity in Bethlehem.
- Perspectives
A film that explores the perspectives of the Muhlenberg College community and Allentown in relation to the views they have of each other.
- Lead in the Lehigh Valley
Led poisoning is a serious issue in Allentown, and has significant affects on children and their development. Allentown in particular is leading the pack in regards to children suffering from lead poisoning.
- Learning to Tattoo
A documentary about an artistic process.
- Criminal at the Age of 5
During this political climate DACA students share their story and what it’s like to have basic human rights threatened or taken away from them.
- Investigation: Lehigh Valley
Crimes in the Lehigh Valley and how they have affected our community.
- Fall at the Park
A documentary about Louise Moore Park.
- Southside Students
A documentary comparing students of the Southside of Bethlehem. Lehigh students, and Broughal Middle School students.
- What the Frack is Going On?
Fracking in the Delaware Watershed over the Marcelus Shale.
- On the Rise
A documentary that explores Easton’s goal of attracting more people to its town through its intended plan of building more attractions (aquarium).
- Center City Thrift
A documentary that nuances socio-economic status and community by featuring a thrift shop in Allentown that provides community-based wifi (free) to residents.
- The Loss We Can Gain
Food Waste and Hunger in the Lehigh Valley
- Bad to the Bone
A documentary on animal abuse and animal shelters in the Lehigh Valley.
- Reconnecting With Our Food
A documentary about focusing on the Farmer’s Market, showing the variety of food availability and how to reconnect to food.
- Easton—To Infinity and Beyond
A documentary examining the various opinions regarding the growth of new restaurants, venues, and attractions in Easton, as well as the expansion of Lafayette College into the surrounding community.
- The Arts Valley
A story following the music scene in the Arts District of South Bethlehem.
- Life in the Valley
A documentary about identifying the Lehigh Valley’s culture—fashion, music, food, language.
- Gifted Youngin’s
A documentary about the exploration of innovation and creativity w/in young gifted minds.
- Many Beliefs
A documentary about a river conservation act and how nature has a spiritual value.
- A Marketable Modernization
A documentary about the modernization of the city of Easton, specifically the effect of new stores like the Public Market on older ones.
- Saving the Shad?
A film about how dams, urbanization, and land use have influenced local watersheds and, specifically, fish populations in the Delaware and Lehigh rivers and Bushkill creek. My focus is the shad population in the rivers, their decline and subsequent restoration, and how human interference has altered their ecosystems.