Coverage, conversations, and recognition — from the trade press to the festival stage.
"Everyone has a story. It is the one thing that binds us and has the power to move us."
Drake Springer · artist statement
"This film is about responsibility — what it means to carry memories forward when the people who lived them are nearly gone."
Drake Springer · CNN Press Room · Jan 2026"I am beyond excited to share this film, which feels both timeless and urgent."
Meredith Danluck · director · CNN Press Room · 2026"After meeting so many WWII veterans onboard our historic Normandy Legacy Flight, we felt a deep responsibility to carry their stories forward."
Drake Springer · CNN Press Room · 2026"A deeply moving reflection on sacrifice, memory, and the legacy of the Greatest Generation."
Amy Entelis · EVP, CNN Originals · 2026With Nathan Smith — making Why We Dream, the creative hurdles, the Hans Zimmer collaboration, and Delta's push into branded entertainment.
Drake on long-form brand storytelling and original entertainment at Delta. [confirm episode title]
A conversation on the future of branded storytelling. [confirm episode title]
Video interview on storytelling, production leadership, and Why We Dream. [confirm episode title]
"The Brand Storytelling Playbook: From Buy-In to Business Impact" — on how bold brand storytelling earns executive buy-in, survives shifting priorities, and delivers measurable business impact. With Sean McCoole (Acushnet) and Abbey Scott (Wolverine Worldwide), moderated by Sophia Clarke (Makers).
"The New Era of Brands in Entertainment" — with Imagine Entertainment, CNN Films, and Variety. Positioned at the frontier of brands-meets-entertainment storytelling.
The future of generative AI in filmmaking and its impact on creative studio workflows.
World premiere of Why We Dream — sharing insights on enterprise brand storytelling and original entertainment.
Advises on creative strategy and Georgia film industry growth initiatives.
Champions community engagement and creative outreach.
Serving his community since 2011.