Slamdance 2025 | A Conversation with The Hole Story Director Elijah Sullivan

Hey, everyone!

I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I had the distinct pleasure of speaking with Elijah Sullivan, the creative force behind The Hole Story, premiering at Slamdance 2025! This documentary explores a mysterious sixty-foot hole discovered on Mount Shasta and the local legends and community surrounding it. Elijah wears many hats, so you'll hear about his unique perspective as the director, writer, producer, editor, and camera operator!

Buy tickets for The Hole Story's Slamdance screenings here.

I hope you enjoy this conversation with Elijah Sullivan! If you're attending Slamdance 2025, be sure to check out The Hole Story and support independent films

The Hole Story screens at Slamdance 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival coverage!

Chapters

• 00:10 - Introduction

• 03:00 - The Origins of The Hole Story 

• 07:15 - The Challenges & Ethics of Investigating the Mount Shasta Hole

• 18:20 - The Role of Myths & Modern-Day Storytelling

• 24:35 - Elijah’s Thoughts on Slamdance & Indie Filmmaking

• 30:50 - Final Thoughts & What's Next for Elijah

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