In This Land: The Camp Lyndhurst Saga

In This Land: The Camp Lyndhurst Saga. German Prisoners of War in The Old Dominion” from Alpha Vision Films on Vimeo.

 

This new feature documentary, from independent film group Alpha Vision Films, explores a little known and fascinating chapter in Virginia history. “In This Land: The Camp Lyndhurst Saga. German Prisoners of War in The Old Dominion”  features President of The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Historical Society, and author of “The Longest Patrol”, Gregory L. Owen,  along with President of The Waynesboro Heritage Foundation, Shirley Bridgeforth. You won’t want to miss this incredible story that retraces, and at long last reveals, this compelling story in The Shenandoah Valley.
Produced and Directed by James Overton


In This Land/The Camp Lyndhurst Saga trailer

In This Land/The Camp Lyndhurst Saga trailer from Alpha Vision Films on Vimeo.

 
Alpha Vision Films is in production of our very first feature length documentary “In This Land: The Camp Lyndhurst Saga/German Prisoners of War in The Old Dominion” This is a fascinating tale of World War Two/Virginia history that is largely unknown. The film will feature author/historian Gregory L. Owen and President of The Waynesboro Virginia Heritage Society, Shirley Bridgeforth. We hope you’ll be just as astonished as we have been in uncovering this very important story.


Winter Time at Harvest Thyme Herbs

Winter at Harvest Thyme Herbs from Alpha Vision Films on Vimeo.

 
Year round fresh produce production for the buy local-eat fresh farm-to-table revolution! This film features Deirdre and Phil Armstrong of Harvest Thyme Herbs, and Chef James Harris of Zynodoa Restaurant


An Introduction to Virginia Wine

An Introduction to Virginia Wine from Alpha Vision Films on Vimeo.

 
A fun, easy to understand, explanation of what happens at a typical wine tasting. Hosted by Elizabeth Smith of Afton Mountain Vineyards, Afton, Virginia.


Ada American

Ada American from Alpha Vision Films on Vimeo.

 
A nostalgic look at my hometown, Ada Oklahoma. The source footage is ancient 8mm home movie film.


‘Good Times, Tastes, and Traditions Fall Celebration’

Good Times, Tastes and Traditions Fall Celebration from Alpha Vision Films on Vimeo.

 

Cast and Crew

Produced, written and directed by James Overton
Mark Miller – director of photography
Second Unit – Susan Conner and Ike Cook
Theresa Reynolds Curry – associate producer

 

Synopsis

This short feature documents the first annual presentation of The Good Times, Taste, and Traditions Fall Celebration, and event sponsored by The Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce. This celebration featuring food, music, and libations reflecting the culture of five different countries was held at The Frontier Culture Museum, in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Staunton, Virginia U.S.A.


‘Modern Fowlers and the Backyard Flock’

Modern Fowlers and the Backyard Flock from Alpha Vision Films on Vimeo.

 

Cast and Crew

Produced, written and directed by James Overton
Mark Miller – director of photography
Theresa Reynolds Curry – associate producer

 

Synopsis

All across the country people are fighting for the right to have a small urban chicken flock. Fresh eggs never tasted so good. Meet two families that have successfully brought chickens to town, get information on creating your own coop, and meet the acknowledged authority on the subject, author Patricia Foreman.


‘Oyster Preservation on the Great Wicomico’

Oyster Preservation on the Great Wicomico from Alpha Vision Films on Vimeo.

 

Cast and Crew

Produced, written and directed by James Overton
Mark Miller – director of photography
Theresa Reynolds Curry – associate producer

 

Synopsis

Our sojourn to river country in Virginia continues with a visit to the northern neck region and an audience with marine research specialist Malcolm Luekbert and his work to preserve oysters on the Great Wicomico River. “Spat on shell” research brilliantly demonstrated.


‘The Dancing Bear’

The Dancing Bear from Alpha Vision Films on Vimeo.

 

Cast and Crew

Produced, written and directed by James Overton
Mark Miller – director of photography
Theresa Reynolds Curry – associate producer

 

Synopsis

We conclude our river country foray with a visit to King and Queen, Va., and genius eccentric Tom Rubino, who describes his 30-year ongoing project to hand construct the most incredible wooden boat we’ve ever seen.


‘Urbanna Oyster Festival’

Urbanna Oyster Festival from Alpha Vision Films on Vimeo.

 

Cast and Crew

Produced, written and directed by James Overton
Mark Miller – director of photography
Theresa Reynolds Curry – associate producer

 

Synopsis

We travel to Virginia’s middle peninsula region and a look at river country with this film documenting the annual oyster festival in the historic river village of Urbanna, Va. Simply a treasure trove of Americana.