Stark Men of Steel








Stark County, Ohio

An Independent Documentary Film

Featuring Narration
by Kurt Gamertsfelder

Released March 22, 2024
Canton, Ohio

The documentary spans the early days of steel through the building of a robust industry and the igniting of a strong Middle Class.  Viewers will enjoy a glimpse of the history of the Community and many images of Stark County steel through photos and authentic interviews with Steelworkers.




Special Free Event
November 2, 2024
Hosted by 
Massillon Public Library
208 Lincoln Way East
Massillon OH 44646

Two Showings in the Auditorium Lower Level

The documentary has a 93-minute run-time. 
At the end of each showing the Audience is invited to stay for a 30-minute Q&A with the Director and key-contributors.

Two Showings on Nov. 2, 2024

The Massillon Public Library has made this a FREE event open, by reservation, to the Public.

BE SURE TO MAKE RESERVATIONS WITH THE LIBRARY, AS SEATING IS LIMITED!

First Showing
11:00 AM-12:30 PM

Seating capacity is 75 in the auditorium. For more information please contact the Library at 330-832-9831 or visit their website at
www.massillonlibrary.org 

Second Showing
1:30 PM-3:00 PM

Seating capacity is 75 in the auditorium. For more information please contact the Library at 330-832-9831 or visit their website at www.massillonlibrary.org







Photos from March 22, 2024 Opening Night
at the Canton Palace Theatre

Thank You to all of our Volunteers!

March 22nd was a cold, wet evening but 900+ Attendees braved the weather and came out to see the opening.

Some attendees traveled from California, Florida, New York, Vermont and Texas to see the film honoring the history and people who made the steel industry flourish in Stark County, OH. 


We Would Love to Hear From You

If you have seen the film, please send us your comments.  
We will begin posting them on this site in June 2024.

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Contact Details

EMAIL:  production@starkmenofsteel.com
Bestfriend Productions
PO Box 35963
Canton OH 44718