UPDATE: ‘Sanibel’ film hits theaters, benefits FISH
UPDATE: Kevan Rayden, one of the producers, reported that online and streaming for the film is still in the works. For now the team is focusing on the theater run, which will cover Florida but also stretch across the United States.
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ORIGINAL (April 11, 2025):
The award-winning documentary, “Sanibel,” will start its run in Florida theaters with screenings in Sarasota today, April 11, with additional showings to take place in Davie, Naples and Tampa.
Winner of the Naples International Film Festival’s Best Florida Film Award, it began as a film about seashell collectors and the island community’s vibrant shelling culture. When Hurricane Ian struck during filming in 2022, the story quickly transformed into one of survival, resilience and community.
Kevan Rayden, one of the producers, said the filmmakers felt inspired to give back to the community. During the theater run from now through May, 10% of the ticket proceeds will go to FISH of Sanibel-Captiva and to the American Red Cross, which played vital roles in supporting the people of Sanibel.
He added that campaign will also spotlight hurricane preparedness and evacuation awareness through digital outreach and in-theater resources.
“FISH is deeply grateful for this generous gesture by Swipemarket, Dirty Robber and The Unreasnble, the production partners behind ‘Sanibel,'” Executive Director Maria Espinoza said. “Their support means as much to our community as the incredible story they tell in the film.”
“Sanibel” was directed, written and produced by Herbert James Winterstern. Additional producers included Adam Ganser and Raydenr. Executive producers included Travon Free, Mickey Meyer, Martin Desmond Roe and Matt Roe. Editors were Nick Bradford and John Conway.
For more information, visit sanibelmovie.com.