Dust and Wire
A Dust Bowl-era drama told through the eyes of a telegraph operator
by Elijah Brooks · Launched Feb 26, 2026
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About this campaign
Dust and Wire is a historical drama set in 1935 Oklahoma. It follows Hattie Redmond, the only telegraph operator left in a dying town, who becomes the last link between isolated farming communities and the outside world as the dust storms intensify.
When she intercepts a coded message meant for a government official, Hattie discovers a plan to forcibly relocate her entire county — and must decide whether to use her position to warn people or protect herself. 10 episodes of rotoscoped animation with period-accurate set design.
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50%Released Mar 17, 2026
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Supporter
$5
Founding backer badge + name in credits.
55 backers
Fan
$15
Supporter perks + 100 coins + early access to episodes.
Early access
32 backers
Superfan
$25
Fan perks + 250 coins + 1 month ArchTV subscription + period-authentic digital postcard set.
Early access1mo subscription
18 backers
Champion
$50
All perks + 500 coins + AMA access + your name spoken by Hattie in-universe.
Early access1mo subscriptionAMA access
7 backers
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Elijah Brooks
Former investigative journalist turned filmmaker. His documentary-drama hybrid style has earned recognition at Tribeca and Hot Docs. Passionate about stories at the intersection of technology and justice.