Update From Producer:

All support is tax deductible :)

What are we making?

Troubled Waters tells the story of a world wide water crises through Jim Hill. A seasoned missionary who stumbles on a small town 12,000 feet above sea level in the Puna region of Argentina. He hears San Antonio de los Cobres is being poisoned by the very thing it needs to survive, water.

After extensive research Jim and the team surrounding him discover alarmingly high levels of Arsenic in the town’s drinking water. He wants to install a filter system for San Antonio de los Cobres but when the reality of raising the money, politics, and power stand in his way he is forced to fight for his vision.

Through a mountainous terrain of inner struggle and setbacks Jim and the devoted team of people around him overcome the obstacles thrown in their way and inspire an entire town to stand up for its well being. A series of extraordinary events allow them to install a brand new filtration system; providing clean drinking water for the entire town of San Antonio de Los Cobres.

How we've made it?

 * We've raised over $23,000 for production over the last six years 

* We've filmed across Argentina and the Southeastern United States and have over 76 hours of beautiful footage which captures this story

* Along with Esteban Rodich, an award winning, Argentine, folk musician we've produced three beautiful unique songs for our film's soundtrack 

* A 76 page script has been developed from the footage we've captured over the last six years

* We have an extremely talented crew and internationally awarded organizations involved helping create a high quality, engaging film

Our Crew

(left to right - James, Andrew, Drew, Esteban, Juan, & Philip)

James Billy Hill III - Director/Writer : As a film graduate from The University of North Carolina at Wilmington he has worked in the local film industry for over 5 years in various capacities for indy films, HBO, CW Network, ABC, and Warner Brothers. He has pursued his passion for making engaging, bold films by directing, editing, and producing various short projects and promotional video’s through his production company. Troubled Water’s is his feature length directorial debut. 

Andrew Stein - Writer/Producer:  A professional writing major from The University of North Carolina Wilmington; he discovered his love for writing at the age of 13, he has written and co-written screenplays for numerous projects and is actively editing work for emerging authors. Andrew has a personal connection with this story, having worked with the people of the Andes on numerous occasions. As a passionate writer and a lover of expression through film, Andrew provides a clear, creative voice to this project.

Drew Croley - Producer/Assistant Editor: With a degree from Montreat College in Business Management Drew has cultivated a passion for entrepreneurship and business. Coupled with his love for creating films and seeing the impact of his work on people’s lives as a professional photographer and videographer he has come on board as a producer and uses his skills in various manors for Troubled Waters.

Esteban Daniel Rodich - Composer/Soundtrack Producer:  Esteban Daniel Rodich is an award wining folk singer from the Chaco region of Argentina. He preforms throughout Argentina and has played alongside some of Argentina's most famous folk singers. He has produced, written, and recorded three beautiful songs for Troubled Waters.

Juan Manuel Leguizamón - Lead Editor: During his career, Leguizamón has created a distinctive approach to film, mixing narrative, documentary and advertising media. His work has been acknowledged and awarded internationally in major film festivals and has been shown on HBO and other outlets. 

Philip Wicker - Social Networking Producer:  Born and raised in NC for 24 years, Philip has taken the position as the social networking producer for the Troubled Waters Documentary. With that role, he has been able to put into motion his skills utilizing multiple social networking platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter & Blogs, to create a presence and movement for the film. 

What do we need the money for? 

James, Drew, and Andrew need to travel to New York City from North Carolina in order to hand over the footage and notes to Juan Leguizamon, our editor who works out of New York. Durring this time we will finalize the script, finish logging the final footage, and work with Juan to begin to layout the rough cut of Troubled Waters. 

It takes money to travel and stay in New York City. This money will help the three of us make the trip and in turn make this film. We need your help to raise the money for this trip and make this film a reality. 

Remember, all support is 100% tax deductible through our nonprofit sponsor - His Heart Missions. 

Some Press and Links: 

Front Page Newspaper Article Featuring Troubled Waters 

StarNews Press Clipping

Official Website

FACEBOOK FAN PAGE

Official Twitter Profile

James Hill - Director - IMDB Profile

Juan Leguizamon - Editor - IMDB Profile

Juan Leguizamon - Editor - Showreel

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