It’s here! USS Nimitz: The People Behind the Ship

Dear friends,

It’s finished, and I’m so happy to finally share it with you.

USS Nimitz: The People Behind the Ship brings together 28 minutes drawn from 17 hours of footage, alongside dozens of archival photographs, videos, and historical sources.

But at its heart, this is a film about people.

From an original crew member to the sailors serving aboard today, we explore service, women’s experiences in the Navy, staying connected with family, and the trust and teamwork that keep this extraordinary ship running. It includes footage and interviews I filmed aboard Nimitz during the July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary.

Watch the documentary:

I made this film with care, curiosity, and enormous gratitude to everyone who trusted me with their stories. To our ONEST supporters: thank you for being here and encouraging this work.

It would mean the world to me if you gave it 28 minutes of your day. And if a person or story stays with you, please leave a comment or share the film with someone who would appreciate it.

To our veterans and the families beside them: Happy Veterans Day, and thank you for your service and sacrifice.

To our Canadian readers observing Remembrance Day, we join you in honoring those who served and remembering those who never came home.

With gratitude — and a very full heart,
Olga