THE HUMMING
An Award-Winning Animated Family Adventure
Proof-of-Concept
Currently in Development
When a young worker ant begins hearing a mysterious inner Humming, he must choose between the safety of everything he's ever known and the unknown path that could save his colony.
Awards & Recognition
Faith & Family Filmmakers Awards 2026
Winner
* Best Adventure Feature Screenplay
Winner
* Best Children's Feature Screenplay
Runner-Up
* Best Family Feature Screenplay
Judge's Comments
"This story really touched my heart."
"The symbolism is clear."
"This script is truly beautiful."
Explore the Humming
Discover the vision, characters, world, and production roadmap behind The Humming.
About the Film
Beyond the colony walls lies a world Eli has always felt was calling him.
When an unexpected journey carries him into a vast and unfamiliar world, he must rely on unlikely companions while learning to distinguish the many voices competing for his attention.
To find his way home, Eli must choose between the loudest voice... and the quiet Humming that has guided him all along.
Main Characters
Meet Eli
"Sometimes the quietest voices lead you the furthest."
A curious young worker ant who has always sensed there is something beyond the colony walls. While others hear only the voices around them, Eli begins to hear something different—a quiet Humming that challenges everything he has ever known.
LILLY
False Clarity
A charismatic mantis who offers certainty instead of truth.
ATLAS
The Gentle Guardian
A gentle giant who carries others before herself.
TWITCH
The Loyal Friend
A cheerful grasshopper who reminds Eli courage can be fun.
Supporting Characters
ROCCO
The Fearless Rogue
Challenges Eli to embrace courage.
BERTO
The Cautious Survivor
Learns courage beside Eli.
King Roach
The Respected Ruler
A charismatic cockroach whose kingdom proves that even discarded places can hide suprising wonders.
MATTHEW
The Skeptic
Eli’s closest friend, forced to confront questions he cannot explain.
PAUL
The Believer
The first to trust that something greater is calling Eli home.
SNAILOMON
The Wise Guide
A patient mentor who teaches Eli to slow down and truly listen.
Explore the World
Anthill City Central Station
Bug n Grub
Bar and Grill
The Whispering Forest
The Silken Grove
Firefly Valley
SAFE Haven Bridge
The Kingdom of Roach
Anthill City Entrance
The Proof of Concept
COMING SOON
Proof of Concept
Premiering Summer 2026
Currently in production with original animation, voice performances, and an original orchestral score.
Press / Recognition
July 2026The Humming received three honors at the Faith & Family Filmmakers Awards:Winner - Best Adventure Feature Screenplay
Winner - Best Children Feature Screenplay
Runner-Up - Best Family Feature Screenplay
June 2026The Humming advances to the Finals of the Faith & Family Filmmakers Awards:
Finalist - Faith & Family Filmmakers Awards.
April 2026The Humming received it's first award:Quarterfinalist - Faith in Film: International Film Festival and Screenwriting Competition.
Creator
Short bio:
Joshua Powell is the creator and writer of The Humming, an award-winning animated feature screenplay recognized by the Faith & Family Filmmakers Awards with honors for Best Adventure Feature Screenplay and Best Children's Feature Screenplay. The Humming, an animated family adventure exploring faith, purpose, and the quiet voice that guides us home.