Studio A
The six part “Studio A” series includes nineteen works that vary from documentary to political commentary, from hard news to personal narrative. All of the content is non- fiction and entirely student produced.
- Episode One (39:15)
- Episode Two (37:36)
- Episode Three (23:55)
- Episode Four (33:29)
- Episode Five (38:34)
- Episode Six (36:19)
Episode One (39:15)
“An Enduring Love”, Produced by Ben Mabry and John Loftin.
Chronicles the relationship between filmmaker’s grandmother, who suffers from Alzheimer’s, and her husband of sixty years who has become her champion, caretaker, and the only person she remembers. (6:58)
“The Dilemma of Negro Americans”, Produced by Christine Hill and Adam McCain.
A haunting personal commentary that boldly applies Martin Luther King’s famous 1967 speech to contemporary life. (3:13)
“Untitled”, Produced by Joshua Kleinstreuer.
The producer’s personal experiences with homosexuality, and his journey to realizing and embracing his identity, (6:04)
“The Reality of Death”, Produced by Carolyn Clark and Heidi Mauch.
Poignant interviews with people who have experienced the sudden death of a loved one. (19:36)
Episode Two (37:36)
“The Patriot Act: 10 Truths for the People”, produced by Adam Hobbs and Natalie Thomas.
This video suggests that the Patriot Act might not be as patriotic as it seems. (12:50)
“Our Life, Our War”, produced by David Schumate and Jeff Zhender.
Traces the experiences of Bryan Stokes and Wayne Norman, Iraq veterans and ASU football players. (12:01)
“Biodiesel: A Greener Solution”. Produced by Jordan Dobbins, TC Webb, Andrew Janke.
Explores ASU’s Collaborative Biodiesel Project, and offers a glimpse into the use and benefits of biodiesel. First place documentary in the Appfest Film Festival. (9:17)
Episode Three (23:55)
“Boone Skate Park”, Produced by Justin McKinnon and Ian Kinney.
This piece chronicles the lengthy process of creating a skate park in Boone, NC. (7:05)
“A Look into North Carolina Wine”, Produced Ginny Hines and Holly Eberhardt.
The video traces North Carolina’s long history and relationship with wine and highlights Appalachian’s role in the state’s wine industry. (8:12)
“Dark Sky Observatory”, Produced by Marty Schlesinger and Chris Cook.
Founded in 1981, the Appalachian State’s Dark Sky Observatory is located in the darkest bit of sky on the eastern sea board and has the 3rd largest telescope in the South East. (5:30)
Episode Four (33:29)
“Birth of a Painting”, produced by Marshall Terry.
Follows the work of art student Michael Keeting through the frustration, stresses, and joys of creating a painting for one of his art classes. (6:34)
“Beauty out of Pain”, Produced by Paula Schmidt. Kim Stark and James Ward.
Focusing on ASU’s unique Masters program in Expressive Arts, this video looks at the methodology and healing power of Expressive Arts. (13:36)
“Capoeira”, Produced by Amanda Eggers, Adam McCain and Anthony Worley.
This video depicts the traditional martial arts form that’s also a sport, a dance, and much more. (10:23)
Episode Five (38:34)
“Homecookin”, Produced by Nahum Madrid.
Follows a local narcotics detective, forensic toxicologist, and members of the chamber of commerce as they deal with the destructive forces of methamphetamine. (20:35)
“Student Drug-Related Death”, Produced by Nicole Falceto.
This piece chronicles the heart-breaking death of an Appalachian State student in 2004, and the media fallout that followed. (7:30)
“Safe Ride”, Produced by Natalie Thomas and Adam Hobbs.
Undercover report on the problems with Safe Ride, the student transport service at Appalachian State University. (7:32)
Episode Six (36:19)
“On The Mountaintop”, Produced by Brian Buchauer and Ilo Neukam.
A glimpse into the first of three National Championships for ASU’s Football team. (13:38)
“Restore”, Produced by Marty Schlesinger and Chris Cook.
The Department of Communication’s Public Relation Society participates in a national competition to assist Watauga County’s Habitat for Humanity. (8:26)
“Freshman Seminar”, Produced by Michael Trivette and Jordan Burleson.
Highlights Appalachian’s program that offers first semester freshmen assistance with the transition to college. (10:56)
