A documentary film crew will be in Hopkinsville this week as part of a new project exploring one of the region’s most well-known stories.
Amy Rogers, executive director of the Hopkinsville-Christian County Convention and Visitors Bureau, says the production team from Small Town Monsters will begin filming on Thursday, focusing on the 1955 “Kelly-Hopkinsville” encounter. The incident, sometimes referred to as the “Hopkinsville Goblins” case, remains a widely recognized piece of local folklore and a draw for visitors interested in unexplained phenomena.
Small Town Monsters began as an independent film series dedicated to exploring lesser-known and unusual stories from across the United States. Since releasing its first film, Minerva Monster, in 2015, the company has expanded its work to include more than 20 films, investigative series, and podcasts. The organization also operates a membership platform and a publishing division featuring authors focused on paranormal topics.
The production team has previously worked in the region, producing documentaries such as Dogman Territory: Werewolves in the Land Between the Lakes and The Mark of the Bell Witch. Company officials say their approach emphasizes storytelling and historical context rather than sensationalism.
Rogers says the visit provides an opportunity to highlight Hopkinsville’s unique history.
The completed documentary will become part of the company’s growing catalog of films centered on unexplained events and regional legends.
