Wild Rivers Film Radio: In the Shadow of the Valley – Bringing Stories of Afghanistan Vets to Light

Wild Rivers Film Radio: In the Shadow of the Valley – Bringing Stories of Afghanistan Vets to Light

Author: Curry Coast Community Radio September 24, 2026 Duration: 27:00

In this episode of Wild Rivers Film Radio, hosts Bev Juday and Sarah Dodson welcome filmmaker Paul Hofmeister to discuss his new documentary, In the Shadow of the Valley. Paul shares the inspiration behind the film, the people and places at the heart of the story, and the creative journey of bringing it to the screen. Their conversation explores how documentary filmmaking can uncover stories that might otherwise remain unseen and, in this case, invite audiences to new understandings of veterans’ experiences.

Hosts: Bev Juday, Sarah Dodson; Producer: Sue Wright


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