Celebrate the best of humanity.
 
 


HEROES WANTED!
Students, Artists and Activists are invited to share original artwork and videos that celebrate local heroes. For more info contact: media@myheroproject.org. Deadline to submit:
MAY 1st, 2012

Laguna Hero Fest 2011 Montage
3 min, USA
Highlights of the 2011 Laguna HERO FEST Event!
Producer: John Barrett
Laguna Hero Fest Montage 2009
Producer: MY HERO


Support for this community event made possible in part by the City of Laguna Beach & [seven-degrees]



2011 Professional Films & HERO Awards
Waves For Water: HAITI 2011 - USA
Humanitarian Jon Rose brings clean water to the people of Haiti.
Producer: Hurley International
ECO Warrior 2011 - USA
James Pribram, the Eco Warrior shares his passion for the environment.
Producer: MY HERO Project
One World One Ocean - USA
One World One Ocean campaign inspires stewardship of the sea.
Producer: MacGillivray Freeman Films
Wheels 4 Life [excerpt] - USA
Bikes can make a difference.
Producer: Hans Rey


2011 Student Films
Dont Blow It - USA
Good planets are hard to find.
Producer: Jack Winter
Trash Talk - USA
Doing the right thing for your home.
Producer: Luc La Montagne
Save the Scenery - USA
Clean up your "home."
Producer: Oliver Keane
Wildlife Waystation - USA
Helping our animal friends.
Producer: Chad Kanner

Together We Can Create World Peace - USA
A picture of peace.
Producer: Emily Baker
Thurston Eco Club - USA
Charlotte and Brianna inspire their peers to "go Green".
Producer: Michael Fenner

2011 Community FIlms
Community Activist - Stu Saffer - USA
Stu Saffer: community hero and a true Lagunatic
Producer: Jamie Andrews
Tidepool Scene - USA
Life in a tidepool.
Producer: Barnstormer Productions

2010 Movies
Roadtrip Nation -
The founders of Roadtrip Nation share their amazing journey with MY HERO.
Producer: The MY HERO Project
Tribute to Diane Challis Davy -
Honoring Diane Challis Davy, the director of the Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach.
Producer: The MY HERO Project
Women Helping Women -
Rosalind Russell helps women of Nepal by giving them goats!
Producer: Rosalind Russell

2010 Student Films

Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Surfer's Healing
A non-profit gives autistic children a chance to shine.
Producer: Jack Winter
Why Burma
A look at new work from Activist/Filmmaker John Anthony.
Producer: Austin Dodge & Ryan Cavanaugh
Dream Street
Dream Street gives hope to those who need it the most.
Producer: Morgan Mills

The Buddy Club
Finding friends for friends in need.
Producer: Jackie McMahon
Creativity
A visual celebration of creativity.
Producer: Jackie McMahon
Faye Chapman: An Artist With A Purpose
Honoring artist Faye Chapman for her passion to help homeless people.
Producer: John Barrett
Crystal Cove State Park Nature Film
Four students talk about the importance of Crystal Cove State Park and preserving nature.
Producer: Madison, Nicole, Rosie, and Claire

Zero Trash Hero
Local Hero Chip McDermott inspires Elementary student Luc to go green.
Producer: Luc LaMontagne
Detective Nancy: The Private Eye
Honoring hero Nancy Poss-Hatchl for her exciting work as a private investigator.
Producer: Will Kramer, Sky Kelly, Nils WIlson
Jean Michel
Timothee honors his artist father for being painter.
Producer: Timothee Galmiche
Lights Camera Action: John Bonnin
Alex and his friends admire the creative and fascinating work of John Bonnin in big movies.
Producer: Alex Bonnin, Owen McMurray, Sam Wolters

Principal LaMotte
Elementary School students at TOW honor their principal Ron LaMotte.
Producer: Emily Baker,Chantele Carter
Thurgood Marshall
Honoring the legendary Thurgood Marshall.
Producer: Nathan Wolin
Trash To Treasure
Amber honors her dad for being an artist and an activist.
Producer: Amber Gourley
TOW Ball Toss
Top of the World Elementary School Students GLOBE Toss.
Producer: Pamela Sachse



Stories
Diane Challis Davy
directs the Laguna Beach Pageant of the Masters.
Joe Brown
gave up
his ocean front
home and created
a park for everyone.
Mahsuda Ali
is admired by her daughter for being brave, kind and caring.
By Imaan from Laguna Beach
Dr. Van Halbach
is a hero to the Ghenender family for saving Ingrid's life.

Friends of the Sea Lion
rescue, treat, and release these mammals back into the ocean.
Wendy Milette
is a visionary filmmaker and educator.
Wyland
is a marine life artist who brings his love for the ocean world alive through art.
By Nikki from Laguna Beach

Films from the 2008 and 2009 Laguna Hero Fest
Joey - USA
Joey is a remarkable hero who captured the heart of filmmaker Shaun MacGilllivray.
Producer: Shaun MacGillivray
Eco-Warriors: Guardians of Surf - USA
Activist Surfer makes a difference in protecting the ocean.
Producer: James Pribram
The Surfrider Club - USA
Created through the MY HERO Global Exchange US workshop. Honoring the LBHS Surfrider Club for helping keep Laguna safe.
Producer: Wendy Milette
Shelter Me: The Documentary - USA
A Glimpse of life on the street through the music of talented homeless musicians. 2008
Producer: Scott Hays & Miles S. O'Grady

Make A Wish - USA
Tori, a two-time cancer survivor, volunteers with charity organizations.
Producer: Jamie Hancock, Olivia Van Slyke & Katie Rabun
i Luv Laughing Yoga -
Dorothy finds healing and joy
with the Laguna Laughter Yoga club!

Producer: Wendy Milette & Jeanne Meyers
Have a Home Run Day -
Skipper is a true hometown hero who inspires everyone he meets with his sense of joy.
Producer: John Barrett & Austin Dodge
Saviors of the Sea - USA
Kirestin Sedlick tells LBHS students all about the Pacific Marine Mammal Center.
Producer: Jack Pillsbury

Sarah Elliott -
Laguna Beach native Sarah Elliot journeys to Africa working as a photojournalist in remote regions.
Producer: Meyers & Mendoza
Tom Lamb - USA
Tom shares his artistic photography and journey of activism with his art.
Producer: Jeanne Meyers & Geeta Malik
The Man Behind the Curtains - USA
This film highlights the great work of Laguna's amazing Drama teacher, Mark Dressler a hero to many.
Producer: Jason Li, Jordan Glenn, & Sterling Phillips
The American Dream - USA
Michael is a hero to his son...
Producer: Shawn Chegini, Donavan Tetsuka, & Hunter Hammond

Capootnutz - USA
Max is remembered for his joyful spirit, love of fun, and awesome positive attitude in life.
Producer: Nicholas LaBarbera

Artwork
Anne Frank
by Natalie of Laguna Beach High School
Walk for the cure
by Beka from Laguna Beach High School
Nurture Your Mind
by Mikal of Laguna Beach High School
Remember
by Dinika of Laguna Beach High School

Surf solitude
by Blakely of Laguna Beach High School
Grandpa's little helper
by Rachael from Laguna Beach High School
The Greatest
by Katie of Laguna Beach High School
Real Genius
by Brendan of Laguna Beach High School

A Mother, A Hero
by David of Laguna Beach High School
Fireman
by Hillary of Laguna Beach High School
Grandpa's Strength
by Tawny from Laguna Beach High School
Mother Teresa's love
by Lisa of Laguna Beach High School

Gandhi's Beliefs
by Lauren of Laguna Beach High School
paint for peace
by Dakota Banda
Ordinary People
by Allegra of Laguna Beach High School
Edison
by Aria of Laguna Beach High School

Nature with Ballet
by Vivian West
Warhol
by Noelle Kulei Basich

2009 Hero Fest Press Releases and Program Links




Photos of Laguna Hero Fest 2009 by Dylan Sachse

Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Geeta Malik MY HERO Film Festival Curator and Media Arts Educator


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Hero Tori Deegan and Hillary Greene


Laguna Hero Festival Director Wendy Milette and local heroes and filmmakers


Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Hero Skipper Carrillo and Festival Director Wendy Milette


Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Locals honored at the Laguna Hero Festival included Michael Chegini CEO of the OWEN Group, LBHS Drama Teacher Mark Dressler, Photo-journalist Sarah Elliott, Environmental Photographer and activist Tom Lamb, and hometown hero, Skipper Carrillo


Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Honoree and Photo-journalist, Sarah Elliott, stands by the Community Door created by 2nd grade students from Annelise School.


Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Students and teachers and local heroes are honored at the Laguna Hero Festival.


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Kathryn Burns and Dorothy Meyers and members of the Laguna Laughter Yoga Group gave a brief demonstration to the audience.



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Stuart Perlman on keyboards entertained the crowd during the after party.


Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Nick Hernandez entertained the crowd with his songs.



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Community Hero Door created by students from Anneliese's School.


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Sponsors

The Laguna Hero Fest is made possible with support from


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The following local businesses have generously donated to our silent auction.


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Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Wendy Milette and students from Top of the World School
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Collection of Artwork by Yuri Mason (www.yurimason.com)
Credit: Donated by Monica Olson


Cafe Heidelberg, Starbucks at Main Beach, Kirk Milette Jewelers, Janet’s Psychic Readings, Tootsies Shoes, Kokopelli Jewelry, Pageant of the Masters, Main Beach Toys, Lululemon, Coast Pet Supply, Laguna Surf and Sport, Ralphs Market, Laguna Beach Books, Cafe Zinc, Anastasia's Cafe,

 

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