Short Films and Features

Haw River Films produces short films and feature stories.

Short Form Features

Automata for the People

Artist Tom Haney’s automata creations are captivating examples of kinetic sculpture. His intricate, hand-crafted works combine movement, mechanics, and storytelling in ways that are both playful and mesmerizing.

Watch on PBSNC.org

Blue Ridge Snorkel Trail

A journey along North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Snorkel Trail, exploring freshwater snorkeling in highland rivers and streams. The film highlights encounters with hellbenders and colorful native fish species in their natural habitat.

Watch on PBSNC.org

Lillian Exum Clement

Lillian Exum Clement was North Carolina’s first female legislator and one of the state’s earliest women lawyers. Representing Buncombe County in the early 1920s, her brief but impactful political career helped pave the way for women in public service and political leadership.

Watch on PBSNC.org

100 Mile Wilderness Sled Dog Race

Greenville, Maine, is home to the 100 Mile Wilderness Sled Dog Race. Set against the majestic landscape of northern Maine, the race draws sled dog teams from across the region for a demanding and unforgettable wilderness challenge.

Watch on YouTube

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Dolly Parton sings at Smoky Mountains National Park

My Mountains

Dolly Parton sings My Mountains at 75th Anniversary of Smoky Mountains National Park

Watch on YouTube

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