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A Short Documentary Film

The Lake That Built a Town

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Official Trailer

The Story

The Lake That Built a Town stands apart by telling the intimate story of how Lake DeFuniak shaped the lives, culture, and identity of DeFuniak Springs, Florida. Through rich interviews, personal narratives, and cinematic storytelling, the documentary captures universal themes of place, memory, and community while offering a fresh and deeply personal perspective on how one body of water can define a town.

Film Elements

Experience a featured moment from The Lake That Built a Town, accompanied by select images from the film. Together, they capture the character, history, and spirit of DeFuniak Springs — a community shaped by place, memory, and tradition.

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Festival Circuit

Technical Specifications

Duration: 15 minutes | Aspect Ratio: 16:9 | Resolution: 1080 | Language: English.

Press Kit & Assets

Access the official Electronic Press Kit (EPK) containing high-resolution production stills, poster art, director’s statement, and full film credits for promotional and programming use.

Screening Inquiries

For screening invitations, festival programming requests, or international distribution inquiries, please contact our festival management team.

Discover the Legacy

Journey into the depths of a community anchored by the waters it calls home, where every ripple tells a story of survival and soul.

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