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FEATURE DOCUMENTARY
STATUS: COMPLETED
Smile for the Dead
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Smile for the Dead
Executive Producer: Charlie Puritano
Director: Hamilton Ward
Writer: Hamilton Ward
Running Time: 54:00 minutes
Description: Smile for the Dead is a documentary film about the spirit photography of William H. Mumler. Mumler was taking portraits of people in the mid 1800's that would develop with the ghostly apparitions of loved ones in them. He quickly blew this up into a successful business and despite being brought to court for fraud, no other photographers of the day could figure out how he was making these spectral photographs.
Smile for the Dead dives into how he was making these images but also the why. What made these spirit photographs so captivating back then and why do they still hold such interest today? Through interviews with leading photographers who still practice the same style that Mumler did, to authors, historians and also paranormal investigators, Smile for the Dead is an extensive look into the world of Mumler's spirit photography.
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Discover Engineer! It's the kid's show that showcases the amazing and fun world of engineering and presents activities you can do at home! It is the brainchild of the internationally known DiscoverE Foundation.
DiscoverE is a nonprofit dedicated to providing every student with a STEM experience and the resources, programs, and connections to improve their understanding of engineering.
DiscoverE delivers on our mission of celebrating the accomplishments of engineers and technicians, engaging K -12 students in engineering, and supporting underserved and underrepresented populations through a collective impact model that leverages partnerships with corporations.
DiscoverE is supported by generous funders including Bechtel Corporation, Bentley Systems, Collins Aerospace, NCEES, Northrop Grumman Foundation, Overdeck Family Foundation, Project Management Institute, Shell Oil Company, Underwriters Laboratories, as well as additional supporters.

MUSIC SERIES
STATUS: COMPLETED
Adam Schlesinger
A Music Celebration
"Adam Schlesinger: A Music Celebration" is a joyous celebration of power pop perfection and musical friendship, featuring an incredible roster of artists coming together to honor their dear friend and collaborator. This exhilarating special captures the infectious energy and clever wit that made Adam one of music's most beloved songwriters, as his bandmate Jody Porter assembles friends and admirers put their own spin on his irresistible melodies. From Sean Ono Lennon and Courtney Love to Michelle Branch and Rachel Bloom, each performer brings personal memories and deep affection to their renditions, creating a show that's both an uplifting concert experience and a heartfelt love letter to a remarkable talent. The lineup delivers electrifying versions of pure pop classics like "That Thing You Do," "Hackensack," and "Hey Julie," while sharing intimate stories that reveal Adam's profound impact on their lives and careers. Whether presented as a feature-length special running over two hours or as six weekly episodes, this feel-good musical celebration demonstrates why Adam Schlesinger's songs continue to bring joy to millions while offering a moving testament to his lasting influence on both the music industry and the friends who knew him best. Every performance crackles with the kind of addictive hooks and sharp storytelling that made Adam's songs impossible to resist, creating a tribute that will have viewers singing along through their tears and smiles.
Featuring these exclusive performances:
Survival Car - Fountains of Wayne, Rickie and Ruben - Fountains of Wayne, Sink to the Bottom - Jody Porter and the Berlin Waltz, Hey Julie - Courtney Love and Jenny Plant, That Thing You Do - Mike Viola, Hackensack - Ben Lee, Fire Island - Sean Ono Lennon, I'll Say It - The Minus 5, The Summer Place - John Gallagher Jr., Laser Show - Nicole Atkins, Pat Sansone, Pat Creamer, Its the Best Thing - Patrick Carney, Michelle Branch, Nicole Branch, Mexican Wine - Chris Carrabba, Guitar Center - Butch Walker, Bright Future in Sales - John Brodeur, Everything's Ruined - Robert Schwartzman, I Hate To See You Like This - Kelly Buchanan, All Kinds Of Time - Peter Himmelman, Settle For Me - Rachel Bloom & Jack Dolgen, I Was There (And I Was Told I Had A Good Time) - Eddie Baranek, Better Things - Fountains of Wayne, I-95 - Diane Gentile, Denise - Ben Kweller, Utopia Parkway - Joe McGinty, Never Do That Again - Britta Phillips & Dean Wareham, Back In Our Town - Matthew Caws, Traffic and Weather - Eszter Balint, Sick Day - The Still Out, Back With You - Tinted Windows, It Must Be Summer - Geoff Sanoff, Justin Pierre, Eli Janney, Mark Plati, Fred Armisen, Hey Julie - Jesse Malin, Hackensack - Glenn Tilbrook, That Thing You Do - Bambi Kino
Available as a feature-length special running over 2 hours or as six 20 minute episodes