 Arts Engine began under the leadership of co-founders Katy Chevigny and Julia Pimsleur in 1997 when they formed a partnership to create social issue documentaries.These two engaged social activists developed the core values and beliefs that have informed all of the projects that make up Arts Engine's powerful mission today.Eleven feature-length documentaries have been created since 1997, winning prestigious awards, gaining national recognition, and, as was the case with the Emmy-nominated film "Deadline", reaching audiences in the millions.