DAVID BYRNE // Reasons to be Cheerful & American Utopia

It’s true — David Byrne has reasons to be cheerful about Portland! Join us for the opening of the Tomorrow Theater, where he will chat with folks right here in our community about everything from their creative approach to affordable housing to artists and community leaders changing our world in a myriad of impactful ways.

David will guide audiences through the stories that inspire him to think differently on how to change for whom, by whom, and how we approach the future. Continue reading... “DAVID BYRNE // Reasons to be Cheerful & American Utopia”

Community Storytelling Fellowship Call for Proposals

Ifanyi D. Bell films Leon Ransom for Bruce Poinsette’s story “My Heart Belongs Where the Trees Are”. Poinsette was a Community Storytelling Fellow in 2022. Photo credit: Intisar Abioto

Oregon Humanities is now accepting proposals for our Community Storytelling Fellowship. We’re looking for people who belong to communities that are underrepresented in Oregon media to share stories from those communities in our magazine and other publications in 2024.

This fellowship supports storytellers working in any nonfiction medium—written journalism, audio, video, comics, photography, and more. Continue reading... “Community Storytelling Fellowship Call for Proposals”

Vampira: Glamour Ghoul

The Oregon Film Museum and the Astoria International Film Festival present an evening of Vampira on Friday, October 27 at the Liberty Theater in Astoria.  It is a free event beginning at 7:00 pm, doors open at 6:00 pm.

Actress Maila Nurmi—better known as her alter-ego, TV’s original horror host Vampira—lived in Astoria from 1939-1941, graduating from high school here and working to save enough money to try her hand at Hollywood fame. Before starring in her character’s eponymously-named Vampira Show or in director Ed Wood’s cult-classic Plan 9 from Outer Space, Maila passed her days in Astoria dancing the jitterbug and driving the local bookmobile. Continue reading... “Vampira: Glamour Ghoul”

Oregon Film Museum to Present “Selig Award”

The Oregon Film Museum seeks to inspire the next generation of storytellers in Oregon.  We are excited to announce the “Oregon Film Museum Selig Award” that will be presented annually to a young Oregonian involved in the local film industry.

Partnering with “Outside the Frame” we have identified the first recipient: Fevan “Rose” Solomon.

Solomon will receive the award and a small stipend on November 10 at the Liberty Theater in Astoria at 7:00 pm.  Solomon’s documentary film “Stories I’ve Told the Stars” will be screened followed by a Q & A with the filmmaker.  Continue reading... “Oregon Film Museum to Present “Selig Award””

The Real Goonies? The True Quest for Fabled Treasure on the Oregon Coast

There has long been speculation that there may be some hidden treasure tucked away on the rocky Oregon coast, but did this rumor inspire the beloved Oregon movie, “The Goonies”? A new documentary, “The True Quest for Fabled Treasure on the Oregon Coast” explores the 2022 discovery of timbers from the Santo Cristo de Burgos shipwreck and the legend that might have been an inspiration for the film. The documentary is set to premiere at the Columbian Theater (Astoria) on Oct. Continue reading... “The Real Goonies? The True Quest for Fabled Treasure on the Oregon Coast”

Tomorrow Theatre Announces Opening Programming

The Portland Art Museum’s film and new media center, PAM CUT // Center for an Untold Tomorrow, is thrilled to announce the opening of the Tomorrow Theater, a new space devoted to expanding what constitutes cinema, art, and multimedia storytelling. The 250-seat Tomorrow Theater will open its doors to the public on November 3, 2023, with programming designed to inspire and surprise audiences and artists no longer content to be contained to a single medium, label, or art form.

The opening week, featuring legendary artist David Byrne, will give audiences a taste of what to expect from PAM CUT’s new venue in the heart of Southeast Portland, at 3530 SE Division St. Continue reading... “Tomorrow Theatre Announces Opening Programming”

Top Secret Club – Live Script Readings October 19

Join us Thursday, October 19th from 6 PM to 10 PM at Desert Island Studios, 1316 SE 12th Ave. Portland. As always, the evening will feature live table reads of a cut from each script, plus a facilitated feedback session, drinks/snacks, and networking.
This month we are delighted to host the work of playwright Brianna Barrett and screenwriter Masami Kawai.
About Masami

Masami Kawai is a Los Angeles-born filmmaker who lives in Eugene, Oregon. She’s of Ryukyuan descent from the island of Amami. Continue reading... “Top Secret Club – Live Script Readings October 19”

Spirit of Halloweentown Festival Voted In Top 16 Best Halloween Events In The US

It is gratifying to see the travel discovery platform, TripsToDiscover, name St. Helens’ own Spirit of Halloweentown Festival one of the “16 Best Halloween Events in the US” – not bad for a festival in a small town of 14,000. So how did this all begin? According to the Festival website, “in 1998 the small city of St. Helens served as a backdrop to the Disney Channel Halloween classic “Halloweentown”, and each year thereafter they transform their Riverfront District into the Spirit of Halloweentown, a celebration of all things spooky. Continue reading... “Spirit of Halloweentown Festival Voted In Top 16 Best Halloween Events In The US”

Gorge Impact Film Festival Coming Nov. 4

Joy, Hope, and Optimism on a Changed Planet

The Gorge Impact Film Festival, (GIFF) presents a 1-day  event featuring multi-length films that explore how humanity can go forward with joy, hope, and optimism on a changed planet. 

Join us for themed screenings, filmmaker panels, discussions, and free events!

Our mission focuses on the planet and how it has continued to change the climate, species degradation, landscape fragmentation, and population growth. 

Giving up isn’t an option. We need to find a way forward.

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Koerner Camera’s Comprehensive Two-Day Workshop October 11th & 12th

Koerner Camera is offering a comprehensive two-day workshop for Camera Operators, ACs, and Loaders. Gain familiarity with 16mm & 35mm formats, learn to load in the dark, and get hands-on shooting experience with the most common film cameras in use today!
Taught by industry professionals, with a special breakout session for Directors to gain confidence in pitching, prepping, and realizing their vision on film.
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