Statewide film tour set for Greencastle stop

Indiana Humanities will host a six-city tour of “Liminal: Indiana in the Anthropocene,” a new work by Hoosier filmmakers.

“Liminal” is a meditative, aerial look at our state as an example of the geologic period known as the Anthropocene — the time during which humans have had a substantial impact on our planet.

The free screenings are set for six cities, including Greencastle, where “Liminal” will be shown at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 3 at the Richard E. Peeler Art Center at DePauw University, 10 W. Hanna St.

The Grencastle showing will feature a live performance of film’s score by Metavari. Persons can RSVP for tickets to the local showing at www.eventbrite.com/e/liminal-film-tour-depauw-university-greencastle-tickets-600....

The tour is part of the Unearthed Initiative, Indiana Humanities’ multiyear environmental theme that asks Hoosiers to consider how we affect the environment and how the environment affects us.

“We’re looking forward to bringing this film to communities across the state and creating an opportunity for Hoosiers to think about and discuss our impact on the environment,” said Megan Telligman, director of programs at Indiana Humanities. “We hope the film sparks conversations about the legacy we humans will leave behind.”

Created by Hoosier filmmakers Zach Schrank and Aaron Yoder, “Liminal” was filmed entirely with drone cameras by Indiana Aerials and is accompanied by an original score written by Grammy-nominated Fort Wayne composer Nate Utesch of Metavari.

Schrank is a ninth generation Hoosier, sociology professor and director of the Center for a Sustainable Future at Indiana University South Bend. He teaches social theory, consumer society and environmental sociology courses. In 2020, he co-directed the documentary “Big Enough, Small Enough: South Bend in Transition,” which is available for streaming through Hoodox, a platform featuring exclusively nonfiction, Indiana-based films.

Yoder is a South Bend native with passions for aviation, technology and photography. He founded Indiana Aerials in early 2017 as a drone service provider in northern Indiana and to foster the growth of aerial data capture techniques.

The evolution of Metavari’s work in electronic music has defined the career of Fort Wayne composer Nate Utesch. The musician and Grammy-nominated art director (Smashing Pumpkins, Phoebe Bridgers, Weezer, etc.) has led the band for more than a decade.

Screenings are free and open to the public. While advance registration is requested, a ticket does not guarantee a seat. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to start time.

This film is recommended for viewers over the age of 12.

Aside from an opening date at the St. Joseph County Public Library, which has already passed, film dates and locations are as follows:

-- Tuesday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m., Kan-Kan Cinema, 1258 Windsor St., Indianapolis.

-- Friday, April 28 at 7 p.m., Fort Wayne Cinema Center.

-- Wednesday, May 3 at 7 p.m., Richard E. Peeler Art Center, DePauw University, Greencastle.

-- Thursday, June 29 at 5:30 p.m., Historic New Harmony Atheneum.

-- Thursday, Sept. 7 at Bloomington, time and location to be announced.

To view the film trailer, visit http://liminalmovie.com.