True Facade Pictures

True Facade Pictures True Facade Pictures is a video marketing agency focused on telling authentic stories that elevate brands.

We create strategic content that builds trust, drives engagement, and delivers results through compelling, emotionally resonant storytelling. For the last decade Ryan Sturgis has been independently producing film, television, and video projects of all kinds. From documentaries and period narratives to promotional videos and music videos, Ryan’s experience spans a wide variety of genres. He has act

ed as writer, director, editor, camera operator, sound designer, gaffer, actor and producer for films and television programs all with a wide range of budgets. This vast collection of knowledge and experience has led Ryan to the height of his career as a Producer. The ability to communicate with all departments clearly, effectively, and with the use of their own lexicon is extremely valuable and Ryan brings it to a whole new level. His empathetic style of leadership creates an inviting and productive work atmosphere where people can easily work together to get the job done right. In 2010 Ryan founded True Facade Pictures, an independent production company specializing in short, and feature length films which he continues to cultivate alongside his work at NOALTERNATIVE. Ryan believes good, clear collaboration is the key to success in filmmaking and is always eager to work with new creative professionals to turn ideas into realities. Some recent credits include: Feature Films such as “For My Brother” (Starring Adam Shapiro and Patrick DeLuka) “Auteur” (Directed by Cameron Romero, Staring Tom Seizmore) “A Stranger in Paradise” (starring Colin Egglesfield and Academy Award Nominee, Catalina Sandino Moreno) “Beatrice Creek” (writen by Nicholl Fellowship Finalist, Eric Litra.) “Vivian” (staring Academe Award Nominee, Viola Davis.) “Kettle of Fish” (staring Matthew Modine and Gina Gershon.) Other projects include “The Wolfkeeper,” “Fat City Live,” “Nissa’s Kitchen,” “Mysterious Ways,” “The Baritone,” “Tucker’s Crossing,” , “The Unheard,” “Prescribed by Dr. Cowell,” and “Lisa Kelly and the Blue Angels.”

02/21/2025

📽️ More Than Video Production: We're Your Strategic Storytelling Partner. At True Facade Pictures, we craft authentic narratives that drive impact. We help you:
✅ Enhance Your Brand
✅ Create Culture Clarity
✅ Develop Client Growth
✅ Strengthen Relationships
✅ Drive Success
Your story deserves to connect and engage. Ready to bring your brand to life? Let’s create something extraordinary together!

This Friday, join us for a special screening of 11.12.61 at the Blue Earth County Historical Society as part of their Hi...
02/04/2025

This Friday, join us for a special screening of 11.12.61 at the Blue Earth County Historical Society as part of their History After Hours First Fridays program! 🎬

From 5-8pm, we’ll be sharing our documentary that highlights the powerful visit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to Mankato and the ongoing work for social justice in our community. It’s a great opportunity to learn, reflect, and be inspired by history.

Don’t miss out on this unique event! See you there!

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What an incredible evening we had at MSU Mankato celebrating MLK Jr. Day with the screening of our documentary 11.12.61!...
02/04/2025

What an incredible evening we had at MSU Mankato celebrating MLK Jr. Day with the screening of our documentary 11.12.61! 🎥

It was truly inspiring to share this powerful film on the day Dr. King visited Mankato and to reflect on his social justice work, where we stand today, and the work that still lies ahead in our community and the world. We were honored to have a fantastic panel discussion with Bukata Hayes, Stacey Wells, and Dr. Henry Morris, who brought valuable insight on the ongoing fight for justice.

The evening was made even more special with the presentation of the MLK Pathfinder Awards, recognizing young people in our community who are doing incredible work to inspire change. 🌟

Don’t miss your chance to see the documentary again this Friday at the Blue Earth County Historical Society as part of the History After Hours First Fridays program, from 5-8pm.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such an impactful event!

#11.12.61

01/22/2025
Out with the Old, In with the BoldToday marks the beginning of a new chapter in our community as the demolition of the h...
01/22/2025

Out with the Old, In with the Bold
Today marks the beginning of a new chapter in our community as the demolition of the historic Landmark building clears the way for something extraordinary. While this structure once stood as a testament to the past, its time has come to make space for new opportunities, growth, and innovation. Progress often means honoring what was while envisioning what can be. Here’s to embracing change and building a future that inspires. We’re proud to tell this story.

https://www.mankatofreepress.com/news/local_news/downtown-hotel-project-underway-with-traffic-impacts-lofty-ambitions/article_d60c368e-d2bc-11ef-859b-57d26c3e360d.amp.html

Thanks Fox 9 for covering the debut screening of our film last night.
01/21/2025

Thanks Fox 9 for covering the debut screening of our film last night.

On Nov. 21, 1961, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. flew to Mankato to spread his vision of freedom, justice and equality for all across the U.S., and the trip is the focus of a new documentary.

Thanks to The Free Press of Mankato MN for the great article Join us tonight at 5pm for food and 6pm for the screening o...
01/20/2025

Thanks to The Free Press of Mankato MN for the great article Join us tonight at 5pm for food and 6pm for the screening of our film on when Martin Luther King, Jr. came to Mankato and the work we're doing as Minnesotans to fulfill his vision for equal rights in our state.

MANKATO — Sally Burdick was a 19-year-old college student when she shook the hand of Martin Luther King Jr., though at the time she had no idea just how famous

This Monday, join us for a powerful film showing of 11.12.61 at MSU, Mankato in honor of MLK Jr. Day. 🎬11.12.61 is the t...
01/19/2025

This Monday, join us for a powerful film showing of 11.12.61 at MSU, Mankato in honor of MLK Jr. Day. 🎬

11.12.61 is the third film by TFP’s Ryan Sturgis and producer Jameel Haque. Haque, focusing on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The film explores his journey and activism, continuing their important work in social justice.

The screening is free and open to all! After the film, the Greater Mankato Diversity Council will present the Pathfinder Awards, recognizing individuals who embody King’s social justice spirit. 🌍✨

Hosted by the Kessel Peace Institute, this event promotes social justice here in Mankato and beyond. Don’t miss it!

📅 Date: Jan. 20 📍 Location: Centennial Student Union, MSU Mankato 🕖 Time: 6:00 PM

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Thanks to the Star Tribune for the great articleJoin us Monday, Jan, 20- MLK Day, at 6pm at Centennial Student Union for...
01/19/2025

Thanks to the Star Tribune for the great article

Join us Monday, Jan, 20- MLK Day, at 6pm at Centennial Student Union for a screening of our new film!

A new documentary in Mankato features archival audio of the civil rights leader’s speech there in 1961.

01/18/2025

This Monday, join us for a powerful film showing of 11.12.61 at MSU, Mankato in honor of MLK Jr. Day. 🎬

11.12.61 is the third film by TFP's Ryan Sturgis and producer Jameel Haque. Haque, focusing on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The film explores his journey and activism, continuing their important work in social justice.

The screening is free and open to all! After the film, the Greater Mankato Diversity Council will present the Pathfinder Awards, recognizing individuals who embody King's social justice spirit. 🌍✨

Hosted by the Kessel Peace Institute, this event promotes social justice here in Mankato and beyond. Don’t miss it!

📅 Date: Jan. 20 📍 Location: Centennial Student Union, MSU Mankato 🕖 Time: 6:00 PM

#11.12.61

A standing ovation for our incredibly talented shooter & editor, Tyler Pasbrig! His artistic brilliance in filmmaking wa...
01/14/2025

A standing ovation for our incredibly talented shooter & editor, Tyler Pasbrig! His artistic brilliance in filmmaking was recently recognized, and we couldn’t be prouder to have him on the True Facade team. From behind the camera to the editing suite, Tyler’s creativity and dedication shine through every frame. 🎬

Kato Living Pasbrig Productions Making a New Film

True Facade Pictures are striking out illiteracy for imagineOne tonight at the Bowl-a-thon! A huge thanks to Mankato Rot...
01/10/2025

True Facade Pictures are striking out illiteracy for imagineOne tonight at the Bowl-a-thon! A huge thanks to Mankato Rotary for their incredible effort in making this such a fun and impactful night for everyone. Let’s keep the pins falling and the support rolling! 🌟

🎉✨ Cheers to 2025! Happy New Year from True Facade Pictures! ✨🎉As we welcome the new year, we’re filled with gratitude f...
01/01/2025

🎉✨ Cheers to 2025! Happy New Year from True Facade Pictures! ✨🎉

As we welcome the new year, we’re filled with gratitude for the incredible clients, partners, and supporters who made 2024 so memorable.

Here’s to making 2025 a year of creativity, innovation, and storytelling that inspires and connects! Let’s continue creating impactful content and celebrating what makes your brand extraordinary.

Wishing you a year filled with success, growth, and unforgettable moments. Let’s make magic happen—together. 🎬✨

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11/20/2024

A few years ago, we had the privilege of creating this video Tami Paulsen and Zierdt to articulate the mission of the Cancer Fund. initiative dedicated to building cancer awareness and providing community support. 💙

Coming next Saturday is the Mankato’s Mustache Bash, a fun and meaningful event supporting the Mankato Area Foundation and the JZ Cancer Fund This event brings people together to celebrate hope, honor resilience, and continue the mission of changing the cancer journey for so many.

Check out the video we created to celebrate the Mustache Bash and join us in supporting their inspiring vision! 🌟

Mark your calendars and get involved! Together, we can make a difference.

Behind the scenes with Minnesota Valley Federal Credit Union! We had an amazing shoot day interviewing their CEO and lon...
11/07/2024

Behind the scenes with Minnesota Valley Federal Credit Union! We had an amazing shoot day interviewing their CEO and longtime board members, capturing the stories and dedication that drive MVFCU’s mission.

🎥✨ This special video was showcased at their annual meeting, sharing insights and celebrating the people behind the credit union’s success!

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📽️ More Than Video Production: We're Your Strategic Storytelling Partner. At True Facade Pictures, we craft authentic narratives that drive impact. We help you: ✅ Enhance Your Brand ✅ Create Culture Clarity ✅ Develop Client Growth ✅ Strengthen Relationships ✅ Drive Success Your story deserves to connect and engage. Ready to bring your brand to life? Let’s create something extraordinary together! #TrueFacadePictures #StrategicStorytelling #Branding #CultureClarity #ClientGrowth #RelationshipsMatter #VideoMarketing

MLK 11.12.61 Promo
MLK 11.12.61 Promo

This Monday, join us for a powerful film showing of 11.12.61 at MSU, Mankato in honor of MLK Jr. Day. 🎬 11.12.61 is the third film by TFP's Ryan Sturgis and producer Jameel Haque. Haque, focusing on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The film explores his journey and activism, continuing their important work in social justice. The screening is free and open to all! After the film, the Greater Mankato Diversity Council will present the Pathfinder Awards, recognizing individuals who embody King's social justice spirit. 🌍✨ Hosted by the Kessel Peace Institute, this event promotes social justice here in Mankato and beyond. Don’t miss it! 📅 Date: Jan. 20 📍 Location: Centennial Student Union, MSU Mankato 🕖 Time: 6:00 PM #TrueFacadePictures #MLKJrDay #SocialJustice #FilmScreening #MankatoEvents #PathfinderAwards #11.12.61 #KesselPeaceInstitute #Diversity #Activism

Jonathan Zierdt Cancer Fund & Mankato Area Foundation
Jonathan Zierdt Cancer Fund & Mankato Area Foundation

A few years ago, we had the privilege of creating this video Tami Paulsen and @Jonathan Zierdt to articulate the mission of the @JZ Cancer Fund. initiative dedicated to building cancer awareness and providing community support. 💙 Coming next Saturday is the Mankato’s Mustache Bash, a fun and meaningful event supporting the Mankato Area Foundation and the JZ Cancer Fund This event brings people together to celebrate hope, honor resilience, and continue the mission of changing the cancer journey for so many. Check out the video we created to celebrate the Mustache Bash and join us in supporting their inspiring vision! 🌟 Mark your calendars and get involved! Together, we can make a difference. #MustacheBash #CommunitySupport #JonathanZierdtCancerFund #MankatoAreaFoundation #TrueFacadePictures #CancerAwareness

🎃👻 Happy Halloween from True Facade Pictures! 👻🎃 We’re all about capturing the best moments – and we want to see yours! Share your spookiest, silliest, and most creative Halloween photos with us in the comments or tag us in your posts! Let’s see those costumes, haunted decorations, and festive fun. 🍬🧛‍♂️📸 #HappyHalloween #TrueFacadePictures #CaptureTheMoment #SpookySeason

🎶 We can’t make Honkytonk Hopefuls happen without YOU, our amazing community! 🎶 We’re so excited to officially launch our Indiegogo campaign TOMORROW! This project is all about showcasing the journey of three incredible musicians chasing their dreams in Nashville, and we need your support to bring it to life. Get ready to contribute, share, and be a part of this musical adventure! Stay tuned—let’s make this dream a reality together! 🚀🎸 #HonkytonkHopefuls #NashvilleDreams #ComingSoon #SupportLocalArtists https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/--2942480/coming_soon?fbclid=IwY2xjawFsObFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHYhib4VWbVIEwV8tMFHY3JfZjGt8ULrFMQWUOuUY4DLO4d3DSqvIMbPbyg_aem_ojx4uh26p8jqs5ryvUHyIw

🎶 Thank You for Your Amazing Support! Fav Nash Memories?🎶 We are so grateful for all the excitement and engagement you've shown for Honkytonk Hopefuls! Your energy means the world to us as we gear up to bring the community around this vision. 🙌 As we get closer to launch day, we’d love to hear from YOU! Drop your favorite Nashville memories in the comments below—whether it’s a night on Broadway, discovering new music, or an unforgettable moment in Music City, we want to hear. 🎸🎤 Remember, our Indiegogo campaign officially launches October 7th, and we need your help to spread the word! Let’s make some noise and SHARE, SHARE, SHARE! Together, we can turn Lisa and Kelsey's dream for this show into a reality! 🚀🎥 #HonkytonkHopefuls #NashvilleMemories #SupportTheDream #ShareTheLove #ComingSoon https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/--2942480/coming_soon?fbclid=IwY2xjawFsObFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHYhib4VWbVIEwV8tMFHY3JfZjGt8ULrFMQWUOuUY4DLO4d3DSqvIMbPbyg_aem_ojx4uh26p8jqs5ryvUHyIw

🎶 PRE-LAUNCH CAMPAIGN from True Facade Pictures! 🎶 We’re thrilled to kick off an exciting new adventure: Honkytonk Hopefuls! — parterning with the incredible Lisa Cownie and Kelsey Barchenger! 🌟 Ever wonder what it really takes to make it as a music star in Nashville? We’re headed to the heart of country music to find the next big star, and we need YOUR help! 🎸 Honkytonk Hopefuls will follow the real-life journeys of three talented musicians, each from a different part of the country, who’ve packed up and moved to Nashville in search of their big break. From tiny stages on Broadway to chasing deals with major labels, we’re giving you an up-close look at the sacrifices, struggles, and successes of the artists chasing their dreams. 🚨 Be part of this incredible journey! Starting OCTOBER 7th DONATE through our Indiegogo campaign and help us bring these inspiring stories to life. 👉 https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/--2942480/coming_soon/x/38090767 Let’s go to Nashville together and find the next star! ⭐ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honky.tonk.hopefuls/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet #HonkyTonkHopefuls #TrueFacadePictures #NashvilleBound #MusicJourney #IndieGoGo #SupportTheDream #musician #tvseries #mankatomn #nashville #nashvilletn #nashvilletennessee #nashvillemusic #nashvillemusician

🤩What a night to remember! Ryan and Mollie had the honor of hosting CRAVE, an incredible event in support of FOCP (Feeding Our Community Partners) to help end child hunger in our communities. 9 amazing local chefs competed to create dishes using the same foods sent to kids in need, showing the true power of creativity and compassion. We had an absolute blast and were deeply moved by the heartwarming support from everyone involved. Thank you to all who participated—we’re beyond grateful to be part of such a meaningful cause! #CRAVE #EndChildHunger #CommunityMatters #TrueFacadePictures

We had the privilege of working with the incredible team at 8x8 to create this culture video, showcasing how their partner-first approach drives success. From their CEO to every department, it’s all about relationships—whether it's with each other, their partners, or their clients. Business is personal, and so is communication. At True Facade Pictures, we help companies like 8X8 bring their company culture to life through video marketing, highlighting the authenticity that makes them unique. 📽️ Ready to show the world what sets your company apart? Let’s create something extraordinary together! hashtag#TrueFacadePictures hashtag#VideoMarketing hashtag#CompanyCulture hashtag#PartnerCommunity hashtag#8X8 hashtag#RelationshipsMatter hashtag#B2BMarketing hashtag#PartnerFirst hashtag#Teamwork

Exciting to see Riverfront drive construction almost complete! Big thanks to everyone getting the job done! City of Mankato, Minnesota Government

Exciting to see Riverfront Drive construction almost done!

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  • True Facade Pictures is a video production agency specializing in story based marketing, branding, and entertainment. Over the past 5 years True Facade has produced promotional campaigns that have helped raise millions of dollars for non-profit organizations, produced dozens of commercials and social media campaigns for local and national businesses, developed tv pilots and documentaries, and created innovative b to b and internal marketing campaigns for large companies.

  • We take true stories to the height of their impact and present them to the target audience with an emotional intelligence that engages, informs, and entertains them. Video has become the most important element in any companies marketing strategy, and True Facade Pictures guarantees exceptional video marketing content that is expertly tailored to our clients.