About the Movie

Logline

When Hurricane Ike struck the United States’ Gulf Coast in 2008, Galveston, Texas was hit the hardest — and eight years later, residents are still rebuilding what they lost. This is a story of resilience, faith, and equality in the face of adversity.

Director's Note

LIFE AFTER IKE is a powerful documentary dealing with complex subjects, including climate change, race, and the role church plays in a community. Editors looking to get into documentary films should choose this project; it's a prime example of why documentarians choose their line of work — because there’s always something new to learn.