THE BUREAU OF COMMUNITY CENTER OPERATIONS:

Our first film camp brought together the entire county, with the help of the Boys & Girls Club to create an educational environment for dozens of students.
An original screenplay was produced and filmed with the mentorship of industry professionals.

THE BUICK SPECIAL

The community of Brooks County came together to film this special short film. Produced and filmed all in Brooks County by its local youth with the help of industry professionals.
During the South Georgia Film Festival, The Buick Special received its first film festival award as the judges recognized it for Excellence in Production Value! The Buick Special was considered for this award next to the hundreds of total films submitted to the festival (feature length, shorts, documentaries, etc.).

BACKGROUND ACTOR BOOTCAMP

The Art of the Start: Launching Your Story workshop is taught by JOHN FORNOF, who has written over 250 episodes of audio drama, including Adventures in Odyssey and Lamplighter Theatre.

Experienced actors AVA PALOMA, TIM GOINS, STEVE MCCURDY, & EMERSON RADOS led the Background Actor Bootcamp. They have experience in Film & Television, Broadway & Theatre, Production & Casting.

TRAIN THE TRAINERS

PhilanthroFilms hosted a “Train the Trainers” workshop for Audio Video Technical/Film educators. Instructors from Lowndes County, Valwood, Valdosta, Clinch County, Colquitt County, Brooks County, and The Boys & Girls Club of Valdosta participated. They will take this practical hands-on training back to the classroom and prepare students for jobs in the film industry. This and more, are just a few of the ways we are bringing up the workforce within Quitman GA.

GEORGIA UNSCRIPTED ROADSHOW

PhilanthroFilms participated in the Georgia Unscripted Roadshow when it came through
Valdosta, joining industry leaders and community members to celebrate the growth of Georgia’s film economy. The event highlighted the opportunities available in South Georgia, with speakers sharing insights on careers, creative development, and the future of filmmaking in the region.
AmeriCorps VISTA members working with PhilanthroFilms contributed by producing a unique “live set” experience during the roadshow, later transformed into a short film that explored the magic of cinema seen through the eyes of a young girl. The Roadshow created valuable networking opportunities for filmmakers and strengthened connections between local
communities and the state’s expanding creative industry.

REPAIR THE BREACH

PhilanthroFilms provided production support, crew, and post-production expertise
for Repair the Breach, an upcoming independent film that confronts issues of justice, reconciliation, and healing. The project offered PhilanthroFilms the chance to collaborate with a diverse creative team, contributing both technical skills and storytelling vision to bring this powerful narrative to life.
Although the film has not yet premiered, PhilanthroFilms’ involvement underscores its commitment to projects that tackle meaningful social themes and amplify
important voices. When released, Repair the Breach is expected to spark critical conversations and further highlight the role of film as a medium for both art and advocacy.

MOULTRIE ARTS CENTER

In partnership with the Moultrie Center of the Arts, PhilanthroFilms led a three-day film camp designed for local youth ages 12–18. About nine students participated in hands-on workshops that introduced them to every stage of filmmaking, from camera work and sound to directing and acting. Each day emphasized collaboration and problem-solving, giving students the chance to
step into different crew roles and learn how a film set operates.
The camp culminated in the production of a short film, which was later shared on YouTube, allowing participants to showcase their hard work and creativity. By providing this opportunity, PhilanthroFilms and the
Moultrie Center of the Arts fostered both technical skills and artistic confidence in the next generation of storytellers.

BROOKS COUNTY TOURISM

PhilanthroFilms collaborated with Brooks County Tourism to host a five-day youth film camp focused on both creative learning and community storytelling. Students spent three days filming and two days editing, working in teams to capture and highlight the unique culture and landmarks of Brooks County. Under the guidance of PhilanthroFilms’ instructors, participants learned the fundamentals of filmmaking while producing short films that showcased
the community’s history, tourism sites, and local pride.
The camp gave students the rare
opportunity to see this small town through the lens of a camera, while also equipping them with practical media skills. By the end of the program, campers had created projects that celebrated Brooks County and demonstrated the power of film to connect people with the places they call home.