Production

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS - DR. BARBARA AND GEORGE BRIGHTWELL

Philanthropists, Visionaries

Dr. Barbara and George Brightwell devoted over 20 years to higher education at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas. Barbara served as Dean of Student Development and George as registrar. Their roles reinforced their belief in the power of institutions and individuals to better themselves, others, and the world. Their generosity has made a positive impact. In 1999, they gifted 20 acres to ROCK CEO Nancy Krenek and have played a crucial role in the organization's growth. Today, ROCK spans 60 acres with over 30 horses, impacting hundreds of lives in central Texas. Brightwells’ mission for the ROCK documentary film is to spread awareness of the healing power of horses and reach those in need with hopeful stories of transformation at ROCK.

ASSOCIATE PRODUCERS

We are deeply thankful for the contributions of our donors and our Associate Producers to this film project.

W.D Kelley Foundation

Central Texas Community Foundation

Clayton and Modesta Williams

Carolyn Holloway

John and Dolores Willis

Frank and Nancy Krenek

MEET THE TEAM

  • Twila LaBar

    PRODUCER/DIRECTOR

    Twila LaBar is a gifted storyteller whose work as a filmmaker, award-winning songwriter, and musician has touched countless audiences. Her songwriting spans various Christian music genres, with highlights like Vince Gill and Sheri Easter’s Livin’ in the Rain and Ty Herndon and Kristin Chenoweth’s Orphans of God, which topped the iTunes Christmas chart.

    As a filmmaker, Twila has directed and edited notable works, including Caring for Georgetown, Blanche, and Ten in Texas. Her latest documentary, Where the Horses Heal the Soul, premiered in Georgetown, TX, earning multiple awards such as USA Best Documentary Film Over 60 Minutes (Horses & Healing category) at the EQUUS Film Festival in Albuquerque, NM and Best Inspirational Feature at the Tennessee International Indie Film Festival in Franklin, TN.

    Through song and film, Twila’s artistry continues to captivate and inspire audiences worldwide.

    twilalabar.com

  • Mike Eldredge

    DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

    With over 14 years of professional experience, Mike has developed his own unique style of filmmaking from production to post. Working on a wide range of subject matter and formats from Documentaries about Equine therapy, branded TV commercials, B2B testimonials, tourism films, social media, and brand films, etc. Mike has developed a wide range of skills that have brought him great working relationships with brands and agencies all over the world including; Nike, Wrangler, Utah Tourism, Boot Barn, Domo, SanMar, Uhaul, GoPro, Kobrand, Rakuten Super Logistics, and more.

    After years of working in the commercial world, Mike completed his first award-winning documentary in 2017 "500 Miles".

  • Tony Hagedorn

    CINEMATOGRAPHER/SOUND RECORDIST

    Tony Hagedorn is a Cinematographer/AC, Sound Recordist, and Grip who has worked with many brands and commercials, (Boot Barn, Filson, Horses and Heroes, Utah Tourism, and more).

    Tony was the field producer for the Horses and Heroes “500 Miles” short documentary film, which profiles a unique rehabilitation program that promotes healing among U.S veterans and wild, un-purposed mustang horses. Tony’s strong work ethic, passion for storytelling and ability to connect with the subject when filming make him a tremendous asset to the ROCK documentary film.

  • Marshall Copous

    COLORIST