Collection Media Presents: “The People Who Live There” all about Lakeland, FL

Untitled design (64)

Graphic via Collection Media

Table of Contents

Premiering this fall: The People Who Live There” — a locally produced documentary with the city of Lakeland at the center.

The film, produced by Lakelanders Paige + Chase Wagner of Paige Wagner Homes and directed by The Collection Media, follows the zoom city growth of Lakeland + honors its past with historic homes as the vehicle of its storytelling.

Featuring rich colors, interesting local characters, and architectural styles from past decades, “The People Who Live There” explores + seeks to answer the question: What role does a home play in the life and legacy of a city?

unnamed (12)

Still from “The People Who Live Here” | Photo via Collection Media

The film is slated to release this fall and will premiere at the 1,300 seat Polk Theatre. Cinephiles can expect to see more information regarding ticket availability and pricing this August.

In addition to a Lakeland-esque Polk Theatre premiere, audiences will also be able to stream the documentary online following its release.

Stay informed with important updates about the film’s release, trailers, and ticket sales on the film’s website and social media.

Quiz

More from LALtoday
We compiled all of the feedback from our Giving Campaign to learn what readers love most and want to see more of in our newsletters. Here’s a peek at what they said.
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
Here’s the deal — the thrift and vintage shopping scene is stellar in Swan City.
Some gifts don’t fit under the tree — make a lasting impact by giving your loved ones a giftable experience instead of a physical present.
What were the top things you ate, drank, and did in 2025? We’re sharing editor and reader picks for you to try in the new year.
From airport news to real estate, these are the top stories our readers loved most this year.
As Lakeland continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
Your favorite hangouts can be just a hop, skip, and a jump away from this rare condo listing in downtown Lakeland.
Short answer: quite a bit. Get the quick updates you need to know about Polk County’s burn ban, water shortage, and an alternative supply project grant.
Dive into how nearly a century and a half of history is kept alive with historical markers around town.