NOW SHOWING AT WAREHOUSE CINEMAS IN FREDERICK, MD

BOOM

TOWN

The Story of Downtown Frederick

A small community on the brink of economic devastation—rises up to become one of the most sought after towns in America.

inspiration

BOOMTOWN is a 2-part docudrama movie inspired by the book “From the Brink to Brilliant”. Part 1 is complete. Part 2 is currently in production.

On Oct. 9, 1976, a devastating flood wreaked havoc on Frederick County, destroying invaluable historical film, priceless photography, and other significant media archives that were stored in the basement of the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce. The flood not only destroyed a lot of the town history—but almost broke the spirit of those who lived and worked there.

Downtown Frederick would ultimately survive—thanks to a few brave businesses, a dedicated group of volunteers, some great leadership … and a handful of Rebels.

It would be these Rebels and their extraordinary vision that would turn tragedy into an economic engine.

This is their story to save the Downtown … the account that was almost lost.

Updates

Part 1 sold out multiple shows at Warehouse Cinemas in early 2025
250 people involved in the making of Part 1
over $260,000 in cash has been raised.
$200,000 more is needed to finish Part 2
BOOMTOWN isn’t just a film…It’s a tribute to the townspeople who built it, fought for it and never gave up on it.

Part two

Currently in Production

Tells the story of a young multi-racial woman named Lexie Brown who arrives in Frederick during the fall of 2025. She is attending Hood College and studying Art History and Archeology. She is also a podcaster, filmmaker and a revolutionary in her thinking.

She sets out to trace her grandfather’s footsteps (the legendary newspaper photographer Amos Brown) to uncover what it was that triggered the Renaissance in Downtown Frederick and what she comes to find will save the future of her town.