Skip to content

A story celebrating Veterans

“Lines of Hope” is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the healing power of nature and craft through fly fishing. By highlighting stories of renewal among veterans and communities, it reminds us that each of us carries our own journey and unique perspective. In a world where it’s easy to lose our way, this film helps us rediscover what makes us truly unique.

Director

Brett Langolf

Master seaman, instigator and ad guy. Brett crafts stories that evoke emotion. Outside of running a successful creative agency, Brett is also an accomplished director. Producing films that have been featured in film festivals across the globe. Ultimately, it is not about the accolades, its about the human impact behind a well crafted story.

Producer

Andy Stiebler

A former park ranger in training turned entrepreneur, Andy is a 15-year advertising agency veteran with a passion for filmmaking, eCommerce, and crafting custom fly rods. Over the last two years, he’s volunteered with Project Healing Waters, always looking for ways to invite folks to experience the great outdoors. In his career, Andy has produced more than 100 films—ranging from documentaries to commercial ads—each reflecting his commitment to authentic storytelling.

Cinematographer

Andrew Jowett

Hailing from the shores of Lake Huron, water is naturally his greatest source of inspiration. As an award-winning cinematographer, his work has taken him from garlic fields in California, to Vietnam, and back to the shores of Lake Huron. With a background in photojournalism, he brings an authentic, documentary approach to every shot, always seeking out genuine moments in the stories he tells.

FAQs

Brass Tacks

When are we filming?

We will be filming throughout 2025. This will enable us to capture each season, and the various seasons of each veterans life as they explore fly fishing.

Greater Columbus Arts Council

We love Columbus. It is a vibrant, awesome community. Most folks don't realize Central Ohio is an awesome outdoor wonderland with many opportunities to explore natural wonders. We thank the Greater Columbus Arts Council for recognizing our film as a 2025 grant recipient! We will do Columbus proud.

Website

Non-Profit Partners

We are working with several veterans groups and are seeking formal partnerships.

Corporate Partners

We are seeking key strategic brands to help us amplify our production and tell even more meaningful stories about the heroes in our Central Ohio community. We have several sponsorship options, including custom outdoor content drops and behind the scenes footage specific to your brand.

Support our story!

email us