Who knew Holy Innocents Episcopal School in Sandy Springs boasted so many Hollywood ties?

Brian Baumgartner during a visit to his alma mater. Photos: courtesy of Holy Innocents Episcopal School

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Gene Wilder visits HIES.

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Film-broadcast teacher Joe Conway's movie "Things People Do" debuted last year at the Berlin International Film Festival. He co-wrote the film with Saar Klein, who also directed and is known for work on films including "The Bourne Identity" and "Almost Famous." Sarah Green, known for work on "The Tree of Life" and "Mud," served as a producer.

Film teacher and filmmaker Joe Conway.

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These days the HIES family is excited to look for third grader Owen Vaccaro in "Daddy's Home," a comedy starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg. It's due out this summer.

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