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Lorain Today
By the People, for the People
Lorain Screening of 'Beneath the Light' Brings Community Together
Film, history, and local pride on display at Lorain Historical Society fundraiser event.
Apr. 5, 2026 at 8:44pm
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A special screening of the film 'Beneath the Light' at the Lorain Historical Society on April 4 brought together the local community for a fundraiser event featuring a panel discussion with the filmmakers, including director and Lorain native John Baumgartner. The event included raffle prizes, interactive elements, and a celebration of the film's strong sense of place and the community support that helped make it a success.
Why it matters
The screening event at the Lorain Historical Society allowed the filmmakers to connect directly with the local community that was integral to the making of 'Beneath the Light.' By hosting the event in Lorain, the filmmakers were able to celebrate the city's history and culture, which played a key role in the film's production and themes.
The details
The April 4 event at the Lorain Historical Society included a screening of 'Beneath the Light' followed by a Q&A session with six members of the film's production team, including director John Baumgartner. The event also featured raffle prizes, such as a screen-used prop and signed posters, to engage attendees. Baumgartner said the idea for the event came together through collaboration with the Historical Society, with the goal of hosting a mutual fundraiser that would celebrate both the film and the city of Lorain.
- The event took place on April 4, 2026.
- Organizers are looking ahead to a potential summer screening of the film later in 2026.
The players
John Baumgartner
The director of 'Beneath the Light' and a native of Lorain, Ohio.
Lorain Historical Society
The local historical organization that hosted the screening and fundraiser event for 'Beneath the Light.'
What they’re saying
“'I think the Historical Society approached me about six months ago and said, 'Hey, we'd be interested in doing an event.' It seemed like the perfect place to have a spring screening, and it could be a mutual fundraiser, primarily for the historical society.'”
— John Baumgartner, Director
“'The film just feels very historical, too. I love these events because it includes Lorain in the fruit of the labors.'”
— John Baumgartner, Director
What’s next
Organizers are looking ahead to a potential summer screening of 'Beneath the Light' later in 2026.
The takeaway
The 'Beneath the Light' screening event at the Lorain Historical Society demonstrated the strong connection between the film, its local roots, and the Lorain community that supported its production. By hosting the event in Lorain, the filmmakers were able to celebrate the city's history and culture, which were integral to the film's themes and success.
