Jimmy Wayne
Jul 18, 2011
Country artist Jimmy Wayne will soon become the subject of a documentary based on his project Meet Me Halfway, a 1700-mile, seven-month walk across America he undertook in 2010. He made the walk to help raise awareness of America's youth in foster care who age out of the system, and without any support, may become homeless.
Colorado-based i25productions, inc. is set to begin filming in Nashville in mid July. The film will highlight Wayne's experiences during his seven-month journey from Nashville to Phoenix, and the people and places he encountered along the way.
"Having i25 get on board is a great opportunity for us to spread the message even further," Wayne said. "I am incredibly grateful that the people involved in the company understand the plight of these foster children who age out of the system and are left without any options, and want to help America better understand that these kids need our help. They didn't put themselves in this situation But there they are. It's up to us to help them."
The film will be directed by Stephen Bowlby and produced by Susie Scott, the principals behind i25. Southern California-based Jonathan West, ASC is the Director of Photography.
"It's astonishing to discover the extent of this issue throughout the US and how it devastates so many young lives," Bowlby said. "We want people to understand what's going on in their own communities, right under their noses, so they can intercede on behalf of our youth."
Learn more about Jimmy Wayne and the Meet Me Halfway project at www.jimmywayne.com.
By Karen Goodner
