Indie Film Series, a program of the Portland Film Festival, is proud to announce an update to the 2024/25 monthly screening on Tuesday, June 4th, with “Brothers” local co-directors Emmett J. Lundberg, and Sheya Ghieth, and “Our Dad Danielle’s” director S.E. King in attendance.
“Emmett, Sheya, and S.E. are incredibly talented and inspiring filmmakers, and we are thrilled to showcase their remarkable work here in Portland. Their courage in sharing their unique trans stories is an important contribution to the rich tapestry of our city’s history, especially during Pride month. Their films give visibility to the LGBTQIA2S+ community and hold a mirror to the struggles and triumphs faced by individuals who have been historically overlooked. Supporting independent voices like theirs is more important than ever,” says Josh Leake, executive director of the Portland Film Festival.
“Brothers” co-director Emmett J. Lundberg, a local Portlander was featured in the NY Times as a rising star in Trans Storytelling. Co-director Sheya Ghieth is well known for her work on TV shows like “Ramy,” “The Americans,” and “Orange is the New Black.”
The remaining Indie Film Series screenings will occur on the first Tuesday of every month at McMenamins Kennedy School on NE 33rd Street; theater doors open at 6 p.m., and the screening starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8 in advance. Arrive early to order food, drinks, and network.
Portland City Commissioner Dan Ryan will attend on Tuesday. His long history of supporting artists continues. Commissioner Ryan will speak at the beginning of the event.
Find out more and get tickets here.
