Feed the Need

2020 - Director, Editor, Co-Producer, Co-Cinematographer

Welcome to Drexell & Honeybee's in Brewton, Alabama, a restaurant with no menu, no prices and no staff — just a desire to feed the need. Owner Lisa McMillan’s vivid memories of growing up in the South form her philosophy on the joy of serving others. Co-creators Tamika Moore and Blake Hudson.

This is a hybrid film that was created for the All Y’all series on It’s a Southern Thing.

6:58

WINNER NATAS Southeast Emmy 2021 “Human Interest - News (No Time Limit)” for the “All Y’all” series

WINNER NATAS Southeast Emmy 2021 “Societal Concerns - Short Form Content”

FINALIST Jelly Film Festival - Season 5 - 2021

OFFICIAL SELECTION Sidewalk Film Festival 2020

A Day in the Life of America

2019 - Alabama Cinematographer

Directed by Jared Leto. Cinematographers from across America captured stories from in all 50 states on a single day: the 4th of July in 2017. The featured Alabama segment was an emotional story of a former bodybuilder dying of cancer, his final words and hope for the country, and his mother’s love.

Alabama vignette mentioned in the Hollywood Reporter.

Full film available on PBS.

73 mins

WORLD PREMIERE Tribeca Film Festival 2019

Elijah in April

2022 - Director, Cinematographer, Editor

A short film shot on 16mm film about family, love, and baby dreams.

A Purple Magnet Production.

3:20

Alabama's Beautiful Cahaba Lilies

2018 - Producer, Director, Co-Cinematographer, Editor, Writer, Narrator

Named after one of the most biodiverse rivers in the nation, the rare Cahaba Lilies are endemic to the Southeastern United States. Each flower is in bloom for a single day, and their temporary beauty is a reminder of the need to preserve and protect Alabama’s precious Cahaba River. Co-creators Catherine May, Ginnard Archibald, and Hunter Nichols.

2:43

OFFICIAL SELECTION Boulder Environmental/Nature/Outdoor Film Festival 2020

WINNER NATAS Southeast Emmy 2019 “Magazine - Program”

NOMINATED NATAS Southeast Emmy 2019 “Writer - Program”

Thank You, Alabama Heroes

2020 - Co-Producer, Narrator

A stop-motion piece made in quarantine for This is Alabama to thank essential workers in the state of Alabama for their continued positive impact.

2:32

NOMINATED NATAS Southeast Emmy 2021 “Societal Concerns - Short Form Content”

WINNER American Advertising Awards of Birmingham Silver 'Addy’ 2021 “Film/Video/Sound Branded Content, More Than :60 Seconds”

My Friend the Goose

2019 - Co-Producer, Co-Director, Co-Cinematographer, Editor

Tracy Wilhelm has garnered a unique friendship with Lucas, a local goose in Fairhope, AL. They have shared an incredible bond for over 8 years. Co-creator Tamika Moore.

5:22

WINNER NATAS Southeast Emmy 2020 “Editor - Program”

WINNER International News Media Association Global Media Awards 2020 - “Best Use of Video” 3rd Place for the “People of Alabama” video series

WINNER NATAS Southeast Emmy 2020 “Human Interest - News Series” for the “People of Alabama” video series

NOMINATED NATAS Southeast Emmy 2020 “Human Interest - News Feature”

OFFICIAL SELECTION Sidewalk Film Festival 2019

OFFICIAL SELECTION Fairhope Film Festival 2019

Women of Steel

2019 - Co-Producer, Co-Director, Co-Cinematographer, Editor, Actress

Dr. Frances Carter is a charming senior living in Birmingham who worked as a riveter for the US during World War 2. She founded the American Rosie the Riveter Association, now with over 6,000 members nationwide. Their goal is to preserve and honor this powerful part of America’s history. Co-creators Tamika Moore, Catherine May, and Sydney Batten.

6:12

WINNER INMA Global Media Awards 2020 - “Best Use of Video” 3rd Place for the “People of Alabama” video series

WINNER NATAS Southeast Emmy 2020 “Historic/Cultural - Program”

WINNER NATAS Southeast Emmy 2020 “Human Interest - News Series” for the “People of Alabama” video series

A Secret World: Alabama's Dismals Canyon

2017 - Co-Producer, Co-Director, Co-Cinematographer

Take a peek in one of Alabama's most extraordinary places. This magical place is home to worms that glow, waterfalls and beautiful scenery. Co-creator Ginnard Archibald.

1:29

WINNER NATAS Southeast Emmy 2018 “Photographer - Program, Non-News/Short Form”

The Incredible Mr. E

2019 - Co-Producer, Co-Director, Co-Cinematographer, Editor

Eugene Hinton is a superhero to the students at Moody Elementary, where he works as a custodian. From being homeless to being thanked by national celebrities, this Alabama man shares his love for the world through the power of kindness. Co-creators Tamika Moore and Alex Kiker.

3:58

WINNER INMA Global Media Awards 2020 - “Best Use of Video” 3rd Place for the “People of Alabama” video series

WINNER NATAS Southeast Emmy 2020 “Human Interest - News Series” for the “People of Alabama” video series

He Moved 8 Million Pounds of Stone for Her

2018 - Producer, Director, Co-Cinematographer, Editor

When Alabamian Tom Hendrix found out about his great-great grandmother's hardships, he built a wall in her honor -- all by himself. It took 33 years and more than 8 million pounds of stone to complete Te-lah-nay's Wall. Co-creator Catherine May.

3:28

NOMINATED NATAS Southeast Emmy 2019 “Human Interest - News Single Story”