Created by New York City filmmakers, the project highlights the overlooked stories and innovative disability services happening across Mississippi.
STARKVILLE, MISSISSIPPI — September 23, 2026 — A new grassroots documentary project, Mississippi L.O.V.E., has officially launched its digital presence, bringing an intimate, respectful lens to a vibrant community too often left out of mainstream conversations. Created by indie filmmakers Meg Case and Brad Porter, the series focuses on the lives of people with disabilities, family members, professional practitioners, and caregivers throughout Mississippi.
The project officially debuted online yesterday, releasing its full-length 3-minute trailer on YouTube alongside dedicated social media channels and an official website.
The idea for the series sparked when Case and Porter, documentary filmmakers based in New York City, arrived in Mississippi and found themselves deeply inspired, and pleasantly surprised, by the extraordinary work taking place across the state regarding disability services, education, and community support. With Mississippi frequently making national headlines for educational development, the creators believe this human-interest narrative offers a timely and valuable story.
“Mississippi L.O.V.E.” hopes to shine a light on the human element of what makes Mississippi’s success so striking: the unique relationships, daily challenges, profound blessings, and deep-rooted love that tie these individuals together.
“Our goal is to listen to people whose experiences are too often overlooked and share their stories with dignity, honesty, and respect,” said co-creator Meg Case. “As outsiders coming into Mississippi, we were struck by the robust community network and the incredible dedication we witnessed here. We want viewers to look beyond labels and see the vibrant, resilient human beings who make every single one of these stories unique.”
Following yesterday’s online launch, Case and Porter plan to roll out recurring video features spotlighting a diverse array of voices from Starkville, Tupelo, and surrounding Mississippi communities.
Local residents, advocates, and allies are invited to watch the trailer, follow the journey online, and engage with the project by visiting www.mississippi-love.com or find the series on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.
Name: Meg Case & Brad Porter
