"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.