“The Spirit We Move With” documentary premiere event
January 29, 2026
The Spirit We Move With, a new documentary developed by the local Gullah community in partnership with the Hilton Head Island–Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, will premiere from 6–8 p.m. on Thursday, February 12, at Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park (40 Harriet Tubman Way, Hilton Head Island).
The premiere event will celebrate the film’s powerful exploration of heritage, identity, and cultural preservation on Hilton Head Island. The screening will be followed by a talkback Q&A with members of the Gullah community who were part of the documentary, as well as noted documentarian Andrew Maguire. Attendees can register here or by visiting HiltonHeadBlufftonChamber.org.
The film’s executive producer is Omolola “Lola” Campbell, a sixth-generation Gullah descendant, in collaboration with award-winning documentary director Maguire.
“The documentary means a great deal to the Gullah community. It shares our history, but it also shows that Gullah culture is alive, evolving, and deeply rooted in community. We wanted people to see not just where we’ve come from, but where we are now and where we’re going,” Campbell said. “Developing this documentary in partnership with the chamber was important to us. It was a true collaboration built on trust and a shared commitment to telling the Gullah story with integrity.”
“It’s been an honor to stand alongside the Gullah community in bringing this documentary to life. From the beginning, this was about partnership and respect. The documentary and the story it tells belong to the Gullah community, and our role was to support it,” said Bill Miles, President & CEO, Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce.
“The Spirit We Move With is a powerful reminder that the culture, traditions, and leadership of the Gullah community continue to shape Hilton Head Island in meaningful ways today and for generations to come,” Miles said.
The Spirit We Move With has already earned recognition on the national and international film circuit, with official selections to the following festivals:
- Virginia Black Film Festival: February 19–22, 2026 | Williamsburg, Virginia
- The Rapport Black Film Festival (10th Anniversary): March 27–29, 2026 | Ritzy Cinema, London
- 2026 Black History Film Festival:Â Multi-city festival events in Atlanta, Washington, D.C., Miami, and Oakland, Calif.
OMOLOLA “LOLA” CAMPBELL
Born and raised on Hilton Head Island in the Spanish Wells community, Omolola “Lola” Campbell is a sixth-generation Gullah and a member of one of the island’s oldest native families. Her great-grandfather, Reverend Solomon Campbell, grandson of an enslaved man living on Hilton Head at the time the Union captured the island in 1861, is believed to be the first Gullah teacher born and raised on the island. Her grandfather, Solomon Campbell Jr., was an early craftsman of boats and homes for locals and summer residents.Growing up in the Lowcountry, Campbell developed a deep respect for the stories of her elders and has dedicated her work to preserving and elevating Gullah culture. She is a graduate of the University of Georgia and Howard University School of Law, a writer and poet, an entrepreneur as the owner of Binya Boutique, and a former Wall Street attorney. Campbell lives on Hilton Head Island with her son, Jaylen.
About the Director
ANDREW MAGUIRE
For more than two decades, West Coast-based filmmaker and creative director Andrew Maguire has crafted powerful, purpose-driven stories across the globe. His work has been featured in galleries, television, and film festivals worldwide, and centers on emotional connection, cultural respect, and storytelling with purpose.
Representing over 1,350 member businesses, the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce serves as the collective voice for the business and tourism community, driving economic prosperity and enhancing the quality of life in the Lowcountry.
For over 65 years, the chamber has been integral to making Hilton Head Island and Bluffton exceptional places to live, work, and thrive. The chamber is a three-time National Chamber of the Year Award winner and holds 5-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, a distinction achieved by less than 1.5% of chambers nationwide.
As the Designated Marketing Organization (DMO) for Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, and Southern Beaufort County, the chamber has earned accreditation from Destinations International, reflecting global excellence across 16 key disciplines.
