The Airstream community is the topic of a recently released documentary that outlines the 92-year-old company’s history and founder Wally Byam.
Narrated by Kate Pierson of The B-52s, ALUMINATION is an independently produced, 69-minute documentary that will “undoubtedly stir the age-old desire to pack up and discover what lies beyond the next range of hills.”
ALUMINATION is now available on-demand to rent or buy on Vimeo. It showcases Byam building his first travel trailer in 1929 and founding Airstream in 1931, to the founder journeying across the world on adventures with the comforts of home in the 1950s.
Presented by Silverstream Filmworks and produced by Lisa Hughes and Allison Light, with Eric Bricker as the director, ALUMINATION is poised to captivate audiences by celebrating the essence of travel. It transcends the mere destination, emphasizing the profound significance of the journey itself, all while drawing inspiration from Airstream’s storied history as the manufacturer of the “iconic riveted aluminum travel trailers,” filmmakers said.
“This film presents an unparalleled opportunity to explore the evolution of Airstream and the brand’s immense impact on modern-day travel,” said Bob Wheeler, president and CEO of Airstream. “We couldn’t be more proud to be a part of this film and to celebrate our rich heritage as we continue to ignite the spirit of exploration, encouraging travelers to go beyond the ordinary with Airstream.”
“After pouring a decade of heart and soul into bringing this film into the world, we’re thrilled to share the spirit of wanderlust and adventure as we officially release ALUMINATION,” said Producer and Director Eric Bricker. “We’re grateful to Airstream for opening their archives and helping us connect the dots ensuring that their extraordinary narrative and storied history receive the recognition they rightfully deserve.”
Access the ALUMINATION film here.
Airstream granted access to their film and photogenic archives but was not involved in the production of the documentary.
