Locals Make Documentary

Here's more proof (as if we needed it) that Rhody folks are some of THE coolest folks on the planet. This site was passed along to me by the very proud parents of an amazing Middletown photographer who's on the adventure of a lifetime with some other Rhodies! These brave men and one woman are heading to the Northwest Passage to document what is happening both environmentally and politically to this elusive maritime route through the Arctic and Canadian Archipelago.

Over 100 years after the Northwest Passage was finally transformed by Roald Amundsen from the realm of legend, it is once again being viewed as a gateway to riches. According to the U.S. Geological survey, the Arctic contains 1/4 of the world's undiscovered energy resources. The sovereignty of the Arctic is in dispute, with five countries - Canada, Russia, the United States, Norway and Denmark - being recognized under international law. A race among these nations is underway for the Arctic's fish, diamonds, shipping routes and oil.

Hole in the Wall Productions has assembled a team of sailors, divers and filmmakers uniquely suited to not only take on the challenges of an Arctic expedition, but to capture it on film in dramatic and compelling ways that highlight environmental and political issues surrounding the Passage.

The site includes a very cool blog detailing the crew's planned route, their current location, recently taken film clips and journal entries about the day-to-day happenings of this adventurous group. Don't forget to sign up to receive email news and announcements (a link is provided at the bottom of the homepage).

So check it out! WHOO HOO! Rhody folks are so terribly cool!