Brucemore proudly announces additional showings of From Iowa and Back: The Vietnam Era, an award-winning collaboration with filmmaker and photographer Jeremy Glazier. The feature-length documentary premiered at Brucemore in March 2025, shedding light on the untold stories of Iowans who served their country during the Vietnam era, capturing their experiences with honesty, respect, and heartfelt authenticity.
From Iowa and Back: The Vietnam Era represents years of community engagement, collaboration, and storytelling. The film offers a deeply personal exploration of the lives of ordinary Iowans who grew up in the 1950s and 60s, left the idyllic landscapes of small-town America, and faced the realities of war in foreign lands. Through Glazier’s lens, the film chronicles the veterans’ journeys, from the turbulence of war to the challenges of reintegration upon returning home. It provides a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by a generation whose narratives have often been overshadowed by history.
Where can you see it?
- June 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM at Riverside Casino
- June 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM at Watts Theatre in Osage, Iowa
- June 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM at The Grout Museum
- July 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM at Prairie Meadows Casino and Racetrack
- July 13, 2025, Film Block L starting at 2:00 PM at Snake Alley Festival of Film
- July 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Riviera Movie Theatre in Emmetsburg, Iowa
About the Filmmaker
Jeremy Glazier is a filmmaker, photographer, and writer known for his thoughtful and immersive storytelling. His work reflects a deep commitment to capturing the human experience. From Iowa and Back: The Vietnam Era reflects a deeply personal project inspired by his father, John Glazier, a Vietnam veteran. Jeremy’s dedication to preserving the stories of this generation is evident in every frame of this film.
About the Collaboration
Brucemore’s Artisan Studio, known for fostering creativity and preserving history, proudly partnered with Jeremy Glazier to bring this vision to life. The Artisan Studio provided critical support, including financial resources and a team of production managers, writers, editors, and sound designers, all working together to realize Jeremy’s creative vision. This partnership aligns with Brucemore’s mission to inspire the community through art, history, and preservation while amplifying the voices of underserved artists. This initiative was made possible through the support of our generous community partners, veteran organizations, and the dedicated individuals who have shared their stories.
Awards
The short film received the following awards:
- Top of the Crop Iowa Made at the Farm to Film Festival (2025)
- Gold Eddy Professional Documentary at the Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival (2025)
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