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World Premiere
The Goshen Theater
Thursday, August 28th @ 8pm
Premiere Details
- Thursday, August 28th @ 7:30pm
- Free to the public
- Moderated Panel Following Screening
- 16min Runtime
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About the Film
Cora Dale - A Rediscovered History
The early 20th century saw Goshen, Indiana, boast one of its most brilliant musical talents: Cora Dale, an accomplished composer and pianist with a flourishing career and a bright future. Yet, the pervasive stigma of mental illness almost erased her extraordinary story from history. Her life, tragically interrupted by a failing mental healthcare system, seemed destined for obscurity.
That was until, eighty years later, a remarkable discovery brought Cora's incredible life to light. This revelation not only resurrected her memory but also inspired the re-naming of Goshen’s Clubhouse, in her honor. This film will explore Cora's luminous career, the heart-wrenching challenges she faced, and how her legacy now champions mental wellness in the very house where her music once soared.
Goshen College's Communication Department presents this documentary produced by it's own FiveCore Media.
About the Crew
Goshen College
Communication Program
"Core Dale - A Rediscovered Harmony" was produced by students in Goshen College's Film Production Program
Isabel Massud - Co-Director Isabel Massud is a Senior film production major, and business and broadcasting double minor from Brazil. In her free time she enjoys playing soccer and reading. When she graduates, she hopes to become a producer for a TV show and travel the world with her work.
Silas Immanuel - Co-Director Silas Immanuel is a senior film production and accounting double major from Delhi, India. This is his third year at FiveCore, and enjoys every aspect of the field, especially production. Aside from work, Silas spends his time playing guitar, cooking and playing volleyball. His favorite movie's include Cars, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, and Tare Zamen Par. His interest in film production sparked when his older sister Tabitha came to Goshen College and worked at FiveCore Media when he was little. After college, Silas hopes to continue to pursue his passions in filmography while also continuing his career in accounting.
Isabel Massud - Co-Director Isabel Massud is a Senior film production major, and business and broadcasting double minor from Brazil. In her free time she enjoys playing soccer and reading. When she graduates, she hopes to become a producer for a TV show and travel the world with her work.
Silas Immanuel - Co-Director Silas Immanuel is a senior film production and accounting double major from Delhi, India. This is his third year at FiveCore, and enjoys every aspect of the field, especially production. Aside from work, Silas spends his time playing guitar, cooking and playing volleyball. His favorite movie's include Cars, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, and Tare Zamen Par. His interest in film production sparked when his older sister Tabitha came to Goshen College and worked at FiveCore Media when he was little. After college, Silas hopes to continue to pursue his passions in filmography while also continuing his career in accounting.
Production Company
FiveCore Media is a video production company located in Goshen,
Indiana comprised of creative professionals and a group of gifted
Goshen College communication students. FiveCore Media writes, produces, and edits videos including commercials, promotional and
informational videos.
Project Photo Library
Cora Dale
Cora Dale in 1912 before her institutionalization.
Erased from history
Many of the photos of Cora were scratched out like this by her family due to the stigma of her mental illness.
Cora Dale House
The Cora Dale House bares her name as a tribute to her memory.
Filming Cora's Story
Locations like The Lerner in Elkhart were used for reenactments of Cora's life.
Logansport, IN State Hospital
This is the Indiana State Hospital for the Insane in Logansport, IN where Cora spent the last 30yrs of her life.
Original Music
Cora composed a lot of sheet music that was published in her name.
Cora's Home
The film crew was able to film in Cora's former home and even in her old room.
Partial Support Provided by
Goshen College Maple Scholars Program
Maple Scholars is an 8 week program where students spend the summer doing intense study and research with a Goshen College faculty member.
Community Foundation of Elkhart County
The Community Foundation of Elkhart County generously gives to local initiatives and projects in our community. We are grateful for their assistance in bringing this story to our local community and beyond.