Real Earth Productions

Real Earth Productions was formed in 1975 and has produced over 30 video ranging from original dramas to documentaries. We have also produced 15 CDs as part of our "Music from the Lost River Valley" series. Our films have been shown on public television, distributed to colleges and public libraries, and have won numerous awards.

In 2004, Ray Schmitt was named "West Virginia Filmmaker of the Year" by the West Virginia Filmmakers Film Festival. The award is given to "the filmmaker whose most recent work or lifetime of work has had the most significant impact on the WV film industry."