Portland premiere of “Skweezy Jibbs Makes a Movie” with Skweezy live, in person. Be among the first people to see the movie, and stay for an exclusive Q&A with Skweezy himself. One night only!
Oddball internet legend Skweezy Jibbs is making the movie of his dreams. Unfortunately for him, he’s got no money, no experience, no skill, and no filmmaking talent. When his controlling mother gets involved, Skweezy is forced to confront the very essence of who he is.
Find out more and get tickets here. Continue reading... “Premiere Screening of #OregonMade “Skweezy Jibbs Makes a Movie” on Nov. 1”
The Indigenous Creative Stage Workers Alliance (ICSWA) Production Assistant Workshop will be held in Portland Oregon on Saturday November 8th from 1-3:30.
The Production Assistant Workshop offers a 1 day training to prepare participants for an entry level job in film & television. Job placement is also offered for graduates of this workshop. There will be a catered lunch provided for participants.
A little about ICSWA–
ICSWA is a national, Native led 501C3 organization headquartered in Portland, OR. Our purpose is to advocate for member visibility, opportunity, and representation across the creative industries. Continue reading... “ICSWA Production Assistant Workshop”
Eastern Oregon Film Festival is thrilled to welcome this year’s Official Selections to La Grande, Oregon, October 16–18, for our sixteenth annual celebration of independent cinema, live music, and community connection.
We received a record-breaking number of submissions from 19 countries, challenging our programming team to reach new heights. This year’s lineup will take you eye-to-eye with burrowing owls, send you trekking across the Sahara, immerse you in mesmerizing animation, tickle your funny bone, twist your expectations with genre-bending WTFs, and leave you awestruck by the raw talent joining us in person to share their work. Continue reading... “Eastern Oregon Film Festival: October 16-18, 2025”
The 22nd Annual BendFilm Festival runs October 8th through 12th. BendFilm is hosting five full days of films, fun, and festivities at theaters and venues around town. Enjoy individual screenings or grab a pass for better access to the best weekend of independent film in Central Oregon.
BendFilm is excited to present our 22nd iteration of the Bend Film Festival from October 8-12th, 2025. Bend Film Festival is a place where stories from every corner of the globe come together, where innovative voices and fresh perspectives are given a stage, and where the power of film to inspire, provoke, and entertain is showcased in its full glory. Continue reading... “BendFilm: October 8-12, 2025”
Cine | Seen 2025!! A night of shorts films showcasing the talents of filmmakers based in the PNW. We are highlighting the unique perspective and films of underrepresented and underserved artists. Join us in creating a space for creative celebration here in Oregon.
- Doors 6:30pm: Music by Mint Whisper
- Event starts 7:30pm: Michelle Damis Oregon Media Production (OMPA) interim ED says a few words.
- 7:35- 7:55 pm:Host: RaShaunda Brooks welcomes audience, talks briefly about CINE/SEEN, and the films.
Continue reading... “CINE | SEEN Announces Film & Filmmaker Line-up”
The inaugural Manzanita Film Festival is dedicated to celebrating the rich cinematic heritage of the Pacific Northwest region.
A one day in-person event held in the picturesque coastal town of Manzanita, Oregon, this festival aims to showcase films that capture the essence, culture, crafts, and stories unique to the Pacific Northwest with a special consideration for the Oregon coast.
By highlighting the creative achievements of filmmakers from our region, we aim to foster community pride, inspire creativity, and provide a platform for local filmmakers to share their work with a broader audience. Continue reading... “Manzanita Film Festival Coming to the Coast October 4”
Eastern Oregon Film Festival is excited to kick off its sixteenth annual celebration with a special bonus event — a live staged reading of the upcoming feature film “Bad Day for Bigfoot.”
Filmmakers Zach Green and Devin O’Rourke, recent participants in EOFF’s Filmmaker Field Trip program, are returning to the valley with their new project: a genre-bending, sci-fi comedy rooted in the rural wilds of Eastern Oregon. With plans to shoot the film locally in June 2026, this staged reading offers a first look at the script and a chance to connect with the filmmakers behind it. Continue reading... “EOFF Presents: Special Staged Reading “Bad Day for Bigfoot””
Oregon Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts is hosting a series of workshops focused on Artists and the business of their Art.
Attend one of our upcoming workshops or partner with us on a custom workshop for your community.
Setting Up Your Creative Business For Success
Sept 3 12:00 PM 1:30 PM
This workshop provides an overview of the legal tools available to help artists and creatives establish their work as their business. We discuss when it may make sense to form an LLC; how to set up your business with the State of Oregon; financial basics for new creative businesses; and business licenses. Continue reading... “OVLA Legal Workshops for Artists”
This month, a small Oregon town off Interstate 5 north of Eugene is set to celebrate a classic movie that was filmed there.
“Stand By Me” is a 1986 coming-of-age drama filmed mostly in Brownsville, Oregon, and is based on Steven King’s “The Body.”
The story takes place in the fictional town of Castle Rock, Oregon, and follows four boys on their journey to locate the dead body of a missing boy.
Brownsville has historically celebrated Stand By Me Day — complete with a blueberry pie-eating contest referencing a somewhat grotesque scene from the film — annually on July 23, according to the Oregon Historical Society. Continue reading... “Brownsville Set to Mark “Stand By Me Day””
Case Study: Navigating the Film Festival Circuit with H. Nelson Tracey
Introduction
Film festivals are often the gateway to an indie filmmaker’s success – at least, that’s the dream. But the reality is that submitting to festivals, especially the A-list ones like Sundance, SXSW, Berlin, and Cannes, is a long shot. As H. Nelson Tracey, director of Breakup Season, will tell you, getting into these festivals is akin to winning the lottery. After all, the odds of making it are slim, and the process is more competitive than most realize. Continue reading... “Case Study: Navigating the Film Festival Circuit”
Portland premiere of “Skweezy Jibbs Makes a Movie” with Skweezy live, in person. Be among the first people to see the movie, and stay for an exclusive Q&A with Skweezy himself. One night only!
The Indigenous Creative Stage Workers Alliance (ICSWA) Production Assistant Workshop will be held in Portland Oregon on Saturday November 8th from 1-3:30.
Eastern Oregon Film Festival
The 22nd Annual 
Cine | Seen 2025!! A night of shorts films showcasing the talents of filmmakers based in the PNW. We are highlighting the unique perspective and films of underrepresented and underserved artists. Join us in creating a space for creative celebration here in Oregon.
The inaugural Manzanita Film Festival is dedicated to celebrating the rich cinematic heritage of the Pacific Northwest region.
This month, a small Oregon town off Interstate 5 north of Eugene is set to celebrate a classic movie that was filmed there.
Case Study: Navigating the Film Festival Circuit with H. Nelson Tracey