Ky. (Nov. 12, 2026)— Kentucky’s growing film industry is gaining momentum with the upcoming premiere of a locally produced Christmas movie and the launch of a new streaming platform designed to showcase Kentucky-made entertainment
Louisville personal injury attorney and film producerJeremy Wintonis helping lead both initiatives as part of a broader effort to expand film production, develop local talent and strengthen the state’s entertainment industry.
The family-friendly Christmas comedyHappy Holly Daywill hold its red carpet premiere Nov. 28 at the Preston Arts Center in Henderson, ahead of its Midwest theatrical release Dec. 4.
Filmed in Kentucky, the movie follows a therapist and her family whose move to a small town takes an unexpected turn when an enthusiastic neighbor, Holly Day, disrupts their orderly lives with her relentless Christmas spirit.
Directed bySam Irvinand written bySean Wathen, the film was produced by Winton andKristi Kildaythrough Goldenrod Film & Television.
The production features several performers with Louisville-area connections, including:
- Ellie Gullo, a local middle school student appearing in the film.
- Nicholas David King, a Louisville-area native now working as a full-time actor in Los Angeles.
- Sean Ramey, a longtime La Grange taekwondo school owner and Hollywood stuntman.
- Mike Bucci, a former WWE wrestler who lives in Louisville and works at Fifth Third Bank.
Winton is also preparing to launchMovi-Vault, a new streaming platform scheduled to debut Dec. 1. The service will feature Kentucky-produced movies, television series, documentaries and short films, along with independent productions from neighboring states. Learn more about Movi‑Vault
Programming will also include combat sports featuring boxing, mixed martial arts and kickboxing. Among the featured entertainment titles areBachelor Santa,Rear EndedandMagic Against Humanity.
The platform will work with independent filmmakers through nonexclusive, revenue-sharing agreements, providing another distribution outlet for productions that might otherwise struggle to reach audiences.
Winton, who helped establish the West Kentucky Film Commission and serves on the Kentucky Film Council following an appointment by Gov. Andy Beshear, has also invested in expanding the state’s production infrastructure.
He co-foundedKentucky Sound Stage in Owensborowith partnersChauncey Hiestandand Kilday, creating additional re
Together, the film premiere, streaming platform and production facilities reflect an effort to build a more sustainable entertainment industry in Kentucky by connecting local filmmakers with production re
Tickets and additional information about the Nov. 28 premiere are available throughEventbrite.
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