A Story That Comes Full Circle

Some stories don’t just appear; you have to chase them. That’s been the through-line of my work as a filmmaker: following the threads that others overlook, trusting that persistence will lead to something meaningful.

After years of investigating The FBI’s Secret War, a true crime doc series uncovering the government’s infiltration of the Vietnam Veterans Against the War and the Gainesville Eight, I’ve found myself drawn once again to a story rooted in activism, truth, and resilience.

That story belongs to Jeff Dowd, one of the Seattle Seven, an activist who stood up against the Vietnam War and later became a champion of independent film and creative freedom.

Connecting with Jeff didn’t happen overnight. It took years of follow-up, timing, and a shared belief in the power of story. And now, after his remarkable recovery from a life-threatening brain tumor, I have the privilege of helping him tell his next chapter, a tale of endurance, gratitude, and creative rebirth.

For me, this film isn’t just a continuation of my work; it’s a reminder to every storyteller: stay curious, stay relentless, and never stop knocking on the doors that matter. Because sometimes, persistence leads you straight to the people who shaped history.

The Dude abides… and so do we. 🎥🤙