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Discover the creativity and excellence of Taylor University's Film & Media Arts students as they showcase their work. The Film & Media Arts major combines faith, imagination, and technical mastery—supported by top-grade facilities, industry-standard equipment, and a community that inspires purposeful storytelling. With 1,200+ external awards and recognitions, our film program stands as a powerhouse of excellence.

Justice for Batman

Mark Racop, a “Batmobile” maker from Indiana, is forced into a criminal court case.

Crew: Aidan Merck, Benjamin Tiede, Jake Shue

  • Student Academy Awards, semi-finalist
  • National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Central Great Lakes
  • Atlanta Shortsfest
  • Twin Cities Film Festival
  • Gen Con Film Festival
  • Sidewalk Film Festival

Dream Soda

An awkward high school boy finally finds his confidence after getting noticed by his longtime crush.

Crew: Sawyer Pasma, Josiah Croasdell, Jack Kersey, Sam McFarland,  Kin Yat Yeung

  • National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Central Great Lakes
  • Telly Award
  • College Broadcasters Inc
  • Hobnobben Film Festival
  • Raleigh Film and Arts Festival
  • Victory International Film Festival

Lizzi: Deeper Than Water

As swimmer Lizzi Smith competes in the Paralympics, she must learn to overcome her mental battles before she can rise in the rankings.

Crew: Gabriel Burch, Anna Rodman, Luke Zobel, Ethan Ochs

  • National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, College Television Awards
  • National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Central Great Lakes Chapter
  • Flickers’ Rhode Island International Film Festival
  • Heartland International Film Festival
  • Atlanta International Documentary Film Festival
  • Telly Award

Arcaders

Classmates Max and Garrett try to save their favorite arcade.

Crew: Abby Goebel, Christina Russell, Heidi Dalton, Steve Ryan

  • Centre Film Festival
  • Milwaukee Film Festival
  • Broadcast Education Association Festival of Media Arts
  • PopCon International Film Festival
  • Dayton Independent Film Festival
  • River Bend Film Festival

Wilderness Trip

An ill-equipped counselor leads a group of teens on a camping trip.

Crew: Aidan Merck, Emily Crosier, Ethan Coppel, Cullen Carrera

  • 2025 Hobnobben Film Festival
  • 2025 Bloomington International Film Festival
  • 2024 Centre Film Festival 

 

Beyond Silence

Description: Two Fort Wayne audiologists bring hearing care to people in need worldwide.

Crew: JP Susantio, Thane Syswerda, Nate Conkel

  • Indy Film Fest
  • Chagrin Documentary Film Festival
  • Raleigh Film & Art Festival
  • Victory International Film Festival
  • Branson International Film Festival
  • International Christian Visual Media, Crown Award

Minnetrista Museum & Gardens

An informational video for visitors at the Minnetrista Museum & Gardens in Muncie, Indiana.

Crew: Isaac Maas, JM Griffith, Tavin Reeves, Jack Frede

  • Broadcast Education Association Festival of Media Arts
  • Indiana Association of School Broadcasters
  • National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Central Great Lakes Chapter
  • Telly Award

Edentity Crisis

When middle-aged Ed buys a fake ID to join a senior citizen bowling league, he finds himself in a world of crime.

Crew: Hannah Johnson, Kaylee Bornhofer, Andrew Edwards, Tayler Owens, Nate Conkel

  • Raleigh Film & Art Festival 
  • Boomtown Film and Music Festival 
  • Lake Michigan Film Festival
  • Clean Shorts Film Festival
  • Broadcast Education Association Festival of Media Arts

Samuel Plato: Preserving a Legacy

As the first African-American architect in Indiana, Samuel Plato overcame the racial restrictions of the early 20th century. Preserving Plato’s deteriorating buildings is crucial to remembering his legacy.

Crew: Elise Masters, Deokjun Lee, Cullen Carrera

  • National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Central Great Lakes Chapter
  • Juneteenth Film Festival
  • Indianapolis Black Documentary Film Festival
  • Indy Shorts International Film Festival
  • Black Indie Filmmakers’ Association - Houston Film Festival
  • Bloomington Indiana Film Festival

 

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Main Street Milestones

A heartfelt portrait of Upland, Indiana, that celebrates its historic roots while looking ahead to the milestones shaping its future.

Crew: Elise Masters, Joel Rodgers, Adeline Heuser

  • Indiana Association of School Broadcasters
  • National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Central Great Lakes Chapter

Kojak: A Fuller Life

Former high school basketball star, Kojak Fuller, uses his life's tragedies to help the youth in his community flourish.

Crew: Darien Taylor, Hannah Caruana, Jon Bomers, Marissa Williams

  • National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Central Great Lakes Chapter
  • College Broadcasters Inc., National Production Awards
  • Detroit Black Film Festival
  • Broadcast Education Association Festival of Media Arts
  • Columbus Black International Film Festival
  • Indy Film Fest

Hostage

A group of friends celebrate their last night together with a friendly game that goes awry.

Crew: Trevor Cebulskie, Anna Rodman, Franklin Snyder, Michael Carroll

  • National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Lower Great Lakes Chapter
  • Broadcast Education Association Student Creative Competition
  • Siouxland Inspirational Film Festival
  • Wake Forest Film Festival
  • Indy Film Fest
  • Athens Film Festival

Taylor University Dome Tribute

The 64-year story of the beloved dome-shaped student center on Taylor’s campus, from construction to demolition.

Crew: Hannah Caruana, Moira Decraene, Caleb Couvion, Heidi Dalton

  • Broadcast Education Association Festival of Media Arts
  • Telly Award
  • College Broadcasters Inc., National Production Awards

Film & Media is part of the Art, Film & Media Department

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Kathy Bruner
Department Co-Chair and Professor of Film & Media Arts

765-998-5512
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Judy Kirkwood
Theatre & Film Program Assistant

765-998-5255
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