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The Playmaker
2023 ‧ Documentary ‧ 1h 17min
The story of Paul Green will capture you. This native son of North Carolina went to Broadway and back with a dream -That someday he could write a new ending for the Old South. Can a play create justice? Can an actor perform change?
Screened at the 2023 Flyover Film Festival (World Premiere).
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"The Playmaker" explores the life and legacy of North Carolina playwright Paul Green, best known for "The Lost Colony." Born in Harnett County, Green's childhood experiences with racial discrimination deeply influenced his prolific writings on segregation and violence. This documentary, featuring interviews with Green’s family and experts, reveals his controversial folk plays addressing integration and social reform.
The film pairs an original Southern Gothic musical score with never-before-published archival materials, going beyond Green's iconic works to reveal the man behind them. It challenges viewers to reflect on contemporary issues like unjust incarceration and the Black Lives Matter movement while celebrating Green’s storytelling prowess as a beacon of hope. By examining his legacy, "The Playmaker" urges audiences to engage in the ongoing fight for justice—a journey as relevant today as it was a century ago.
Director's Biography
Hannah Bowman is an independent filmmaker based in Kentucky. She primarily produces short-form videos for non-profit organizations and was an assistant editor on the documentary features A Faster Horse (2015) and Overload: America’s Toxic Love Story (2019). She holds a BFA in film from Western Kentucky University. The Playmaker is her first feature film.
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Please write the check out to “Louisville Film Society” with “The Playmaker” in the memo line and mail it to the following address:
LFS Attention: FSP
PO Box 6088
Louisville, KY 40206
Is my donation tax-deductible?
"The Playmaker" is backed by the Louisville Film Society, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations for it through the Society can be tax-deductible, as law permits. However, the deduction might be lessened by the fair market value of any rewards received, which will be outlined in your donation receipt.
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Upon making a donation, LFS will process the payment using the credit card information provided at the moment of donation. This immediate transaction ensures your support is swiftly directed to The Playmaker project. Please ensure your payment details are accurate to avoid any delays in contributing to this cause.
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CREDITS
Director
Hannah Bowman
Writer
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Stars
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Companies
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DETAILS
Released
2023-08-08
Runtime
1h 17min
Rating
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Genres
Documentary
CONTEXT
Countries
USA
Languages
English
Awards
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Keywords
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