The Butterfly People

This hour long documentary revisits the 2011 F5 tornado that hit Joplin, Missouri and killed over 161 people. From that terrible experience, there were stories of miraculous happenings and people being helped by otherworldly beings. Many children referred to them as "Butterfly People".

  • The Butterfly People

    57m

    “The Butterfly People” is an investigation into the phenomenon that took place in the Joplin Tornado of 2011, where many children reported sightings of what they described as butterflies, which helped them in some way. The documentary involves third-person and first-person accounts, as well as so...

  • The Butterfly People

    1 video

    This hour long documentary revisits the 2011 F5 tornado that hit Joplin, Missouri and killed over 161 people. From that terrible experience, there were stories of miraculous happenings and people being helped by otherworldly beings. Many children referred to them as "Butterfly People".

  • Steadfast

    1 video

    On May 22, 2011 one of the most destructive tornadoes in United States history ripped through the heart of the city of Joplin, Missouri. Several residents share their experiences of that fateful day and the days to follow. Through a surge of volunteers and a determined spirit, Joplin has rebuilt ...