Documentaries
All the following were written, produced, and edited by David Dougherty
documentary filmmaking—the ability to capture real stories, real people, and the moments that shape our lives. Uncovering the untold narratives of our communities, the stories of your unknown neighbor, and the everyday individuals whose lives hold extraordinary meaning.
Project Date........ SEPT, 2024
Run Time............. 5:22
The Summa Movies
Don't you wish you could go back and relive some childhood moments? 17 years ago a group of friends unknowingly documented something that would become worth more then they could hope for. The ability to relive your childhood doesn't come around often, but for this group of friends they have the option.
Project Date........ Aug, 2023
Run Time............. 9:58
Seven Years at the Pole
-104 degrees, six months of darkness, and an ever expanding mystery of the universe. These are the conditions that Dana thrives in. explore what it takes and what it was like to be one of the earlier scientist living on the bottom of the globe.
Project Date........ Oct, 2023
Run Time............. 7:24
Iwanna
Everyone has a story to tell. Meet Iwanna, who tells her story of escaping war-torn Ukraine during WWII. Food was scarce and the future uncertain, but she always kept an upbeat attitude with the help of her only friend Vacille, the cat.
Fish to Fuel
Project Date........ Sept, 2021
Run Time............. 7:24
Residing in Newport Rhode Island and spending 30 years on the water as a commercial fisherman, time went on as family became more important. A 14 year story condensed into 7 minutes. Among a changing fishing industry, Dennis turned from fisherman to business owner through his own grit and hustle.
-This is the story of Anchor Fuel