A River Called Home

“A River Called Home” follows the journey of four women who launch at the headwaters of the James River in Virginia and paddle to the Chesapeake Bay. For three weeks, the team faces challenges along the way, including whitewater rapids and a river with a history of pollution.
Along the way, the team conducts a water quality study, asking how our waterways are being protected and what more we have left to do.

  • Jess Wiegandt
    Director
  • Jess Wiegandt
    Writer
  • Jess Wiegandt
    Producer
  • Grace Eggleston
    Director of Photography
  • Beth Ebisch
    Sound Operator
  • Hyatt Mamoun
    Sound Design
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Student
  • Genres:
    Environment, Environmental, Social, Impact, Conservation, Adventure
  • Runtime:
    26 minutes 46 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 16, 2023
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - American University
Director - Jess Wiegandt