Chickasha is back in the spotlight! This time, it’s not for our dazzling Festival of Light or classic car shows, but for something just as legendary — a brand-new hometown documentary called Fragilé that’s premiering tonight right here in Chickasha!
This five-year-in-the-making film shines a spotlight on the story behind our city’s famous 50-foot leg lamp, how it sparked national headlines, and why it’s come to symbolize the heart, humor, and hustle of our community.
The Controversy That Made Headlines
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What Fragilé Is All About.
Created by Reagan Elkins, a Chickasha native and founder of Intellego Media, Fragilé dives deep into how a simple idea — building a massive replica of the iconic leg lamp from A Christmas Story — turned into a cultural phenomenon.
But it’s not just about the lamp itself. The film tells the untold story of the passion, people, and even the controversy that surrounded it. From city council meetings to copyright battles, from community pride to creative clashes — this documentary covers it all.
“This story isn’t about a lamp,” says Elkins. “It’s about people — about what happens when creativity, pride, and a little small-town magic collide.”
The Lamp That Lit Up Chickasha
Since it first switched on, the world’s largest leg lamp has drawn hundreds of thousands of visitors to Chickasha and made headlines around the country. It’s boosted local tourism, inspired memes, and even sparked debates — from neighbors chatting at coffee shops to national news outlets discussing copyright claims.
According to reports, the lamp’s debut helped drive an estimated $7.7 million in local tourism spending, proving that even quirky ideas can shine bright for small towns.
Of course, no great story is complete without a little bit of drama, right?
After the leg lamp went viral, Warner Bros. sent a legal notice demanding that the statue be removed and destroyed, claiming it infringed on their A Christmas Story trademarks.
But the Chickasha Community Foundation, which owns the lamp, stood its ground.
“The leg lamp has worked,” said Jim Cowan of the foundation. “We’re not trying to infringe upon anything — it’s a piece of art.”
Even Chickasha’s mayor weighed in with some humor, saying,
“I don’t want them to go into a lawsuit — the only people who win in lawsuits are lawyers.”
In true Chickasha spirit, the lamp stayed standing tall — and now, the documentary Fragilé brings that wild backstory to life.
When and Where to Watch Fragilé
Don’t miss your chance to experience this hometown film on the big screen! Fragilé movie officially premieres Friday, November 7, 2025, with weekly showings every Friday night through December 26 at the local Chickasha movie theater.
Can’t make it in person? You can also stream the documentary online through fragiledocumentary.vhx.tv
