Hobnobben Film Festival: VIRTUAL

Harvesting Heroes From Fort Wayne & The World

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Available October 25, 2025 12:30 AM UTC
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6 films in package
Burning In Galena Manor
Burning in Galena Manor documents the true story of Milton Alford who, in 1955 became the city of Houston's first African American fire fighter.
Exception(al)
A young Asian American university student grapples with what it means to be the only woman of color in her class when a film professor extends unwanted attention toward her. Based on a true story.
Handwoven
A lyrical portrait of Nikyle Begay, a non-binary shepherd and weaver; working to preserve their way of life through the traditional art of weaving.
Human Heart
The ways the trans community can empower themselves- and each other, and persevere in a society that wasn't built for them.
The Harvester (The East End) Neighborhood
Harvester’s identity was tied to the robust industry that eventually left the area, leaving the neighborhood without a true identity for decades.
Unlikely Mermaid
Two Mermaid wannabes audition to be performers at Weeki Wachee, the Florida roadside tourist attraction that is older than Disney World.
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This block delivers big energy and bold storytelling spanning from offbeat gems to those working to make positive change in their communities - including the community in Fort Wayne’s own Harvester neighborhood. These storytellers aren’t afraid to dig deep, experiment, and celebrate the wins.

Two Mermaid wannabes audition to be performers at Weeki Wachee, the Florida roadside tourist attraction that is older than Disney World. Lorraine, obsessed with mermaids, invites Peggy, 79, to travel with her to audition after they practice underwater ballet. We deep dive into vintage footage, learning what it takes to audition to be a world famous mermaid while getting to know Peggy and Lorraine. It’s never too late to dream or drown trying.

  • Runtime
    0:17:45
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
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  • Director
    Lorraine Portman
  • Screenwriter
    Lorraine Portman, Jay Pennington
  • Producer
    Lorraine Portman
  • Filmmaker
    Editor: Jay Pennington; Camera: Lorraine Portman, Michaela Hounslow, Margaret Nicolson, Errol Portman; Sound Editor: Ruth Hernandez; Colorist: Marika Litz
  • Cast
    Lorraine Portman, Margaret M Nicholson
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