David Garrigus is a critically acclaimed producer, writer, and director of documentary and educational programs. His successes derive from his strong sense of storytelling that imbues his films. In his over 20 years of experience as a filmmaker, Garrigus has received numerous awards for outstanding achievement in nonfiction programming, including Cindy Awards, Telly Awards, and the New York Festival’s Gold Medal.

His recent two-hour PBS special entitled KITTY HAWK: THE WRIGHT BROTHERS' JOURNEY OF INVENTION has been acknowledged to be the definitive program about the invention of the airplane.

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"This remarkable documentary brings their story to life"
—Donna Gustafson, Grading the Movies

“impressive, beautifully filmed”
—Brian Wilson, Booklist

“inspirational…highly recommended. Editor's Choice. 4 out of 4 stars”
—C. Block, Video Librarian Magazine

"...diligently researched, highly informative documentary"
—Ed Grant, Video Business Magazine

"...tells a deeper, fuller story"
—Diane Holloway, Austin American-Statesman

"Everything about this documentary is first-rate...Highly recommended"
—Michael Schau, Library Journal

"We get a sense of the Wrights...
that written accounts and even photographs can't convey."
—Terry Morris, Dayton Daily News

"It's highly entertaining and should please...
enlighten and educate, any audience, young or old."
—Chris Hicks, Deseret Morning News, Salt Lake City

Featuring Neil Armstrong & John Glenn as the voices of the Wright brothers, this award-winning program has been seen by nearly 10 million viewers and has been broadcast in many countries worldwide. Garrigus recently produced and wrote for the TV science series NASA CONNECT and created an eight-part series for the U.S. Congress Centennial of Flight Commission.