Naptown is about to get a new documentary dedicated to the lives and creative journeys of Gary Gee, Israel Solomon and Johnson Simon.

Produced and directed by Chris Wilborn, “Moving with the Spirit” aims to foster a cultural dialogue about resilience within Indianapolis’ creative community through the stories of three local Black artists. Although the documentary does not currently have a set release date, Wilborn premiered the trailer at BUTTER 5 in August — where Gee, Solomon and Simon were each featured artists.

“You’re able to see them on this journey as they embark upon being able to embrace the power of faith to shatter the barriers that are standing between them and their ultimate victory,” Wilborn told the Recorder. “As they’re living artists here in Indianapolis, they create exp

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