On November 21 PAM CUT’s Tomorrow Theater presents a screening and an event featuring Portland-based environmental activist, documentarian, and non-profit founder, Chad Brown and the Portland premiere of his gorgeous short film Inward about renowned painter and explorer Michi Meko, who will be in attendance for this special screening.
A self-described explorer, cartographer, and abstractionist, Michi’s work seeks to capture the wild beauty of nature through the eyes of a “lone black man reporting back from the new world.” There will be a post-film discussion with Chad and Michi moderated by a special guest. Continue reading... ““Inward” w/ Michi Meko & Chad Brown”
“Home” transcends mere walls and roofs. Two short films explore the changing landscape of “home” through the eyes of Black Portlanders with the premiere of episode 2 of the award-winning series Where We Goin’ and the continuation of our Elder Anthologies series which features a moving letter from past Portland NAACP president Sharon Gary-Smith to the youth of the Rose City.
Where We Goin’ Episode II: The Power of Place follows art producer Intisar Abioto (Black Portlanders, Black Artists of Oregon) and Winta Yohannes of Albina Vision Trust the largest restorative redevelopment project in the country, we journey into the heart of neighborhoods once vibrant and thriving, now shadowed by a history of displacement and loss. Continue reading... ““Black Friday” Returns to The Hollywood Theatre on November 8”
There will be a special hometown screening of #OregonMade “Getting LOST” at Art House Cinema in Eugene on Saturday, November 16.
“Getting LOST” is the definitive retrospective documentary on the television show LOST and its lasting impact on the people who made it and the fan community. It explores life-changing personal stories touched by LOST, including incredible friendships and heartwarming love stories, touching tales of heartache and loss, and the influence the show had on the television landscape and the careers of some of the biggest names in Hollywood. Continue reading... “Getting LOST – Special Hometown Screening with Filmmaker Q&A”
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Reel Ambitions: Films by youth who have experienced homelessness
The November 7th celebration will feature our best work yet (again), which we couldn’t do without your support!
The lineup includes “American Teenager,” a slice of life drama about a girl living in a motel and “The Spot,” a comedy about young people crammed into their first apartment. Reel Ambitions will also premiere “My Shoes,” a music video by OTF alumnus Talilo Marfil featuring legendary indie rapper Tech N9ne. Continue reading... “Outside the Frame Gala Screening – “Reel Ambitions” – Nov. 7”
The Portland Film Festival returns on October 16.
Portland Film Festival is dedicated to supporting independent voices. We nurture filmmakers and audiences, and celebrate the craft of storytelling. We stand by the belief of equity for all people, regardless of background, socioeconomic means or physical ability. The festival focuses on the people, ideas, technology, skills and artistry behind filmmaking and provides both entertaining and educational opportunities to the public and filmmakers.
Find out more about this year’s festival on PortlandFilm.org Continue reading... “Portland Film Festival Returns Oct 16 – 20, 2024”
Celebrate the diversity of human experience through the art of independent film by enriching, educating, and inspiring all audiences. Ashland Independent Film Festival runs October 3rd through 6th.
Find out more on AshlandFilm.org Continue reading... “Ashland Independent Film Festival Runs Oct 3 – 6, 2024”
Food Foray, a locally produced docuseries blending stunning food visuals with intimate conversations about the immigrant experience, will hold a public screening at the Milagro Theatre on September 28, 2024.
Hosted by MetroEast Community Media, this dynamic event will feature the premiere of the first three 20-minute episodes, each spotlighting cuisines and stories from the Republic of Georgia, the Oaxaca region of Mexico, and Myanmar. Audiences will not only be the first to view this highly anticipated series but will also have the unique opportunity to enjoy authentic dishes inspired by the episodes, lovingly prepared by the immigrant foodies featured in the show. Continue reading... “Food Foray: Locally Produced Docuseries Screening at the Milagro Theatre”
Entering its 15th year in 2024, The Eastern Oregon Film Festival stands as a beacon of cinematic excellence. Acknowledged by MovieMaker Magazine in 2018 and 2022 as one of the Top 25 Coolest Festivals in the World, EOFF has evolved into a year-round organization. Dedicated to the promotion of independent cinema, the festival thrives through curated exhibitions, industry development, and meaningful artist engagement, actively shaping the cultural landscape of rural Eastern Oregon. Find out more and get passes and tickets here: https://www.eofilmfest.com/ Continue reading... “EOFF – Eastern Oregon Film Festival Opens its 15th year Oct. 17”
When my husband Davon and I started production on our film, A Public Space, we had little idea of what to expect. The film centers on the fate of the now defunct College Hill Reservoir in Eugene, Oregon, and explores the larger significance of public space. While Davon is an accomplished editor, this was our first filmmaking collaboration, and although we deeply believed in the idea, we weren’t sure how it would be received in the community.
There’s so much entertainment in the palms of our hands these days. Continue reading... “Finding Space for Independent Cinema”
On July 31, 2024 6:30pm at Vivienne Culinary Books in Portland, OR, you are invited to a sneak peak of exclusive work-in-progress scenes from the forthcoming documentary The Invisible Mammal. Meet and mingle with the film’s director, Kristin Tièche, editor, Heidi Zimmerman, and producers Windy Borman and Eileen Kim. Light hors d’oeuvres will be served and wine will be available to purchase (with a percentage of sales donated to the film). A Q&A session with the filmmakers will follow the preview screening. Continue reading... “Bat Movie Benefit!”
“Home” transcends mere walls and roofs. Two short films explore the changing landscape of “home” through the eyes of Black Portlanders with the premiere of episode 2 of the award-winning series Where We Goin’ and the continuation of our Elder Anthologies series which features a moving letter from past Portland NAACP president Sharon Gary-Smith to the youth of the Rose City.
There will be a special hometown screening of #OregonMade “Getting LOST” at Art House Cinema in Eugene on Saturday, November 16.
Come make a difference in our city
The Portland Film Festival returns on October 16.
Celebrate the diversity of human experience through the art of independent film by enriching, educating, and inspiring all audiences. Ashland Independent Film Festival runs October 3rd through 6th.
Food Foray, a locally produced docuseries blending stunning food visuals with intimate conversations about the immigrant experience, will hold a public screening at the Milagro Theatre on September 28, 2024.
Entering its 15th year in 2024, The Eastern Oregon Film Festival stands as a beacon of cinematic excellence. Acknowledged by MovieMaker Magazine in 2018 and 2022 as one of the Top 25 Coolest Festivals in the World, EOFF has evolved into a year-round organization. Dedicated to the promotion of independent cinema, the festival thrives through curated exhibitions, industry development, and meaningful artist engagement, actively shaping the cultural landscape of rural Eastern Oregon. Find out more and get passes and tickets here: 
