The Problem.
Despite the rich culture, significant history and natural beauty of the Delta, this region faces a cycle of disinvestment that has led to persistent poverty, population decline, and negative stereotypes.
The Solution.
Harvest the Delta’s most abundant natural resource - its stories - into film and television productions that spark new industry, blaze career opportunities and enrich audiences with authentic stories from the Delta.
Meet the Founders
Nolan Dean is a writer, director and producer who has lived and worked in the Delta for over ten years.
Maria Botta is a producer and marketing executive who has worked with the biggest brands and over 200 start-ups.
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Founder
Nolan Dean is an Emmy-ward winning filmmaker with extensive experience producing and directing films and videos in the Delta, where he has lived for the last ten years with his wife and three children.
As a socially-minded entrepreneur and filmmaker, Nolan understands the transformational power of storytelling to create a better future for this region and its people.
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Founder
Maria is a Cuban-American producer, marketing executive and strategist who has worked with many of the world’s largest media companies and producers, as well as with over 200 start-ups.
In all of her work, Maria is most passionate about creating solutions to human problems, and she believes Film Delta can help one of our nation’s persistently impoverished regions begin to turn a new chapter toward revitalization.
The Elevator Pitch
Founded on experience.
Nolan Dean has been producing films and videos in the Delta for over ten years.
NEWS
Film Delta selected for the Stepping Stones program by Builders+Backers and Heartland Forward Foundation
December 5, 2023 Grant Report
Living, Leading and Filming with Purpose in the Delta by
The Walton Family Foundation
October 6, 2023 Sheldon Alberts
Film Delta launches publicly with the announcement of “Bluestown,” a crime drama steeped in the blues.
April 3, 2024
