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The Man in the Green and Gold Suit | The James Williams Story

Follow James Williams, Glenbrook North Class of 2010, on his journey to becoming the ultimate Spartan superfan. From cheering on every game to embodying school spirit like no other, his passion for GBN knows no bounds. But what drives his dedication, and how has he earned his title as the biggest fan in Spartan history?

  • Kady Serlin
    Director
  • Sean Miles
    Producer
  • Alexa Hughes
    Producer
  • James Williams
    Key Cast
  • Doug Williams
    Key Cast
  • Indra Dryer
    Key Cast
  • Amanda Meuser
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    6 minutes 21 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 18, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    20 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States, United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Glenbrook North High School
  • National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Student Awards - Chicago/Midwest
    Chicago, Illinois
    United States
    April 25, 2025
    Nominee
  • Screen Test International Film Fest
    Schaumberg, IL
    United States
    April 12, 2025
    Best in Show and Achievement in Writing
  • Screen Test Local Film Fest
    Schaumberg, IL
    United States
    April 11, 2025
    Best in Show
Director Biography - Kady Serlin

Kady Serlin is a filmmaker and broadcast journalist from Chicago, Illinois. Kady gained a passion for sharing stories through her high school’s broadcasting program. Throughout the school year, in addition to making short films, Kady serves as Executive Producer for the broadcast production crew that live streams sports and theatrical events. Kady is set to graduate high school in 2025 and will attend New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts for Film and Television.

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Director Statement

From the moment we started filming, I knew this story was different.

The Man in the Green and Gold Suit isn’t just about school spirit—it’s about what it means to belong, to show up, and to love something with your whole heart. James Williams has a way of making people feel seen, supported, and celebrated. That kind of energy is rare, and it deserves to be shared.

This film pushed me to listen more deeply, to see the impact one person can have, and to trust that storytelling—when it comes from a place of honesty—can truly move people. The response has been overwhelming in the best way, and it’s reminded me why I love doing this.

I’m so proud of what Sean and I created together. I hope this piece makes people smile, reflect, and maybe even look at their own communities a little differently.