16mm, 7 min, 2013 Just below the surface of one of the most contaminated urban waterways in the United States, microorganisms thrive amidst the toxic waste. Directed by Sarah J. Christman Cinematography and Editing by Sarah J. Christman Sound Recording by Kevin T. Allen Sound Design by Kevin T. Allen and Sarah J. Christman "Portrait of NYC - Gowanus Canal," Sculpture by Jenifer Wightman Selected Screenings Views from the Avant Garde, New York Film Festival Wavelengths, Toronto International Film Festival Edinburgh International Film Festival Iowa City International Documentary Film Festival (Jury Award)