Free Boat To
Good Home
Project Overview
Free Boat to Good Home is a powerful documentary that delves into the escalating issue of abandoned vessels in South Carolina’s waterways. The film features interviews with key stakeholders including Wounded Nature–Working Veterans, the Charleston Police Department, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, and a Charleston artist who resides on a sailboat and is currently suing the City of Charleston and Wounded Nature in federal court over a newly imposed boat permitting policy.
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The Hidden Dangers of Buying Boats on Facebook Marketplace: A Warning from Charleston PD
In this eye-opening interview, Officer Merrill from the Charleston Police Department shares insights on the risks of purchasing boats through online platforms like Facebook Marketplace. What seems like a great deal often comes with hidden issues, from undisclosed damages to costly maintenance needs. Officer Merrill explains how these seemingly "cheap" boats often end up abandoned in South Carolina waterways, creating environmental hazards and legal complications.
Key Stories & Characters
Beaufort, Charleston, Georgetown Stories: Three unique vessel removal challenges that demonstrate the scale and diversity of the issue. in Three unique vessel removal challenges that demonstrate the scale and diversity of the issue.
5 interviews, 5 field shoots, and extensive B-roll footage.
Key moments, such as underwater removals, live-action footage of vessel extractions, and volunteer efforts.
4 years of tracking boats at the Stono River Park 7 of 8 have sunk
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Officer Michael Merrill
Charleston PD
Officer Merrill of the Charleston PD and Harbor Patrol Offers his professional insights into logistics and legal aspects.
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DAB
Charleston Liveabord
The antagonist suing the city and Wounded Nature, bringing attention to permitting issues.
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Rudy Socha
Wounded Nature CEO
The "cowboy" leading grassroots removal efforts.
