Created by adventurer, and film-maker Rusty Farst, this film debuted on OCTOBER 18th at the Sanibel Island Cinema to a full house. The remarkable aspect of this film was the oversight by Sam Bailey and the entire cast was comprised of local islanders who Pare not known for their acting skills including our own Mary Ellen Pfeifer whose film time spanned 6 months.

Enjoy the Trailer of Sandbars to Sanibel:

Video Biography LLC did all of their filming on Sanibel incorporating the Sanibel Historical Museum and Village as well as the lighthouse.

Part one, “Pioneering an Island” is an intimate interview with Island Born Native Son Samuel M. Bailey, and reveals never before seen footage of Sanibel circa 1930’s to 1950’s, a 16 minute journey back in time.

Part two, a fictional narrative, “Sandbars to Sanibel” stars 49 of Sanibel and Captiva’s local residents. “Sandbars” a 30 minute film, showcases the pioneers and buildings of old Sanibel in the 1920’s.