Erie Wave 1889 – A True Story is a 17-minute historical documentary recounting the tragic loss of the schooner Erie Wave during a violent storm on Lake Erie on 12 October 1889. Drawing on contemporary newspaper reports, eyewitness accounts, and extensive archival research, the film faithfully reconstructs the vessel’s final hours, the desperate rescue attempts, and the heroic sacrifice of the local men who gave their lives trying to save the crew.

Created using cinematic AI imagery, narration, and an original folk soundtrack, the film honours those who were lost while bringing a largely forgotten chapter of Great Lakes maritime history back to life for a modern audience. It is both a moving story of courage in the face of overwhelming odds and a tribute to the enduring importance of preserving history and remembering those whose stories might otherwise be forgotten.