Short Film Program # 16 – Be Inspired

Freedom Ride - Located in the heart of Central Florida lives Freedom Ride, a therapeutic horse back riding facility for the mentally and physically disabled. This documentary explores how the program runs, how it is changing the rider's lives, and the unfortunate termination of the program's lease. Featuring owner Anne Gallaher and director Linda Chapman. Directed by: Andreyna Sanchez

Respect the King - Born premature, Zachary Briggs wasn't supposed to live more than 48 hours. Surrounded by a loving family he overcame the odds against him and lives his life to the fullest in spite of his intellectual disability. While popular among his high school student body, no one expected the honor he would receive. Directed by: Ben Tritton

Wrestling Forward - John Hatzis is a student wrestler who has placed in the top five at a national level throughout high school in his weight category.  John was born without lower legs but has never let this fact hold him down.  Now at the varsity level, John competes with the country's top athletes.  John serves as an inspiration to all who grapple with obstacles in life. Directed by: Leon Haggarty

Fanning The Fire - Fanning the Fire is a vibrant documentary short that features a young Texas teen who followed his dreams from being a fan of bluegrass music all the way to opening for some of the great­est entertainers in the busi­ness – in less than three years.  Along the way, the documentary explores why people young and old get hooked on playing this music and enjoying companionship at festi­vals around the world.  Fanning theFire features interview and live perform­ance footage of legendary bluegrass musicians (including many GRAMMY^® winners and nominees) such as Dan Tyminski (of Alison Krauss & Union Station), J. D. Crowe, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, Adam Steffey, Claire Lynch, Dudley Connell, and others.  Fanning the Fire is a fast-moving look at where bluegrass music has been and where it’s going.  Directed by: Alan W. Tompkins

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