Neal Hutcheson is a renowned documentary filmmaker, photographer, and author who has amassed a considerable body of work, meticulously documenting the evolution of cultures across the globe. His extensive portfolio features a prominent Appalachian moonshiner, Popcorn Sutton, in several notable films, including The Last One, released in 2009, and A Hell of a Life, which premiered in 2014.
Throughout his illustrious career, Hutcheson has garnered a plethora of prestigious film honors, boasting an impressive three regional Emmy Awards and six regional Emmy nominations. Additionally, he has been recognized with a North Carolina Arts Council Artist Fellowship, the North Carolina Folklore Society's esteemed Brown Hudson Award, and the North Carolina Filmmaker Award, solidifying his reputation as a masterful storyteller.
