The locally produced feature film “A Simple Machine” will premiere at the Lighthouse International Film Festival on June 7. The film tells the story of Nick, an indecisive young man, who, in order to get out of debt, makes a series of radically frugal lifestyle choices without telling his girlfriend that he will be homeless and living off the grid.
Written and directed by Mark Alan Hoffman and starring Richard Blackmon, Gabriela Quezada and Brad Carter the film was shot in Portland. Continue reading... “#OregonMade “A Simple Machine” to Premiere June 7”
Karina Lomelin Ripper took home the prize for “Best Latina Director” for a live action short at the LA Latino International Film Festival this past week.
“Directed with an unshakeable sense of tone” the short film, developed and created through the AFI Conservatory, “There’s a Devil Inside Me” demonstrates the depth of talent living and working in Oregon.
Karina is a previous recipient of the “Tell Your Story Grant” awarded in conjunction with Oregon Film, the OregonMade Creative Foundation and the Creative Opportunity Program. Continue reading... “Oregon Director Wins at LALIFF”
The #OregonMade feature film “Outdoor School” will premiere at the American Black Film Festival in Miami on June 11. Portland’ Ime Etuk’s feature loosely based on Vin Shambery’s experiences features local cast, crew and locations.
A tree can be a home and a forest can be a school, but raised in the wilds of 90’s Portland, Vin must first learn to be a child. A transformative true story about the search for shelter and the power of being seen.
Find out more here. Continue reading... “#OregonMade “Outdoor School” to Premiere at American Black FF”
Eastern Oregon Film Festival (EOFF) is thrilled to announce the first ‘Trippers’ of its new Filmmaker Field Trips program’, a unique initiative designed to support independent filmmakers by providing them with direct access to the stunning landscapes and vibrant communities of Eastern Oregon.
The inaugural Field Trip, taking place from June 23-30, 2025, will welcome director Zach Green and writer Devin O’Rourke, the creative duo behind the feature film project “Bad Day for Bigfoot.” The two filmmakers, who previously wowed audiences with their sci-fi buddy comedy “FOIL” at #EOFF2023, are returning to Eastern Oregon to scout locations, connect with the local community, and immerse themselves in the region’s unique atmosphere as they prepare to bring their latest project to life. Continue reading... “EOFF Filmmaker Field Trips Program with “Bad Day for Bigfoot””
NewFilmmakers Los Angeles has released the nominees and jury for its 14th annual awards that recognize the top rising talent in independent film globally. Oregon filmmaker Cambria Matlow’s “Why Dig When You Can Pluck” was nominated.
The awards will recognize 130 nominees spanning 16 award categories, encompassing directors, writers, producers, performers, cinematographers, editors, sound designers, and composers. These outstanding nominees were chosen from NFMLA’s most recent programming year, which took place in 2024 and reflect some of the most promising emerging independent filmmakers globally. Continue reading... “#OregonMade “Why Dig…” Nominated by NewFilmmakers LA”
#OregonMade “Finding Groovopolis” is being released nationally via Freestyle Digital Media. To mark the occasion, the jacket filmmaker Wil Kristin’s dad wore in both The Terminator and Finding Groovopolis is up on long-term display at Portland’s iconic Movie Madness, timed with the screening at the inaugural Portland Panorama Film Festival.
In the documentary Finding Groovopolis filmmaker Wil Kristin seeks fatherly advice through the lens of Groovopolis, a never-produced comedic screenplay written by his late father. While coming to terms with his dad’s death, Kristin discovered the original script for Groovopolis, which follows a music programmer who falls overboard at a work party, encounters a group of wild, dancing island inhabitants, and inadvertently records their music before being rescued and spreading the sounds as an antidote to dull and monotonous consumer culture. Continue reading... “#OregonMade “Finding Groovopolis” to be Released on April 22”
Kelly Reichardt’s latest film “The Mastermind” has been announced as part of the main competition titles at the Cannes Film festival in May. Although shot in Ohio, the film was produced by Oregon based Neil Kopp and Anish Savjani (alongside partner Vincent Savino) and their filmscience label.
The film centers on an audacious art heist amidst the backdrop of the Vietnam War.
Many of Reichardt’s and filmscience’s previous films have been shot in Oregon.
See the whole Cannes line up here and more info on “The Mastermind” here. Continue reading... ““The Mastermind” from Portland Based filmscience Goes to Cannes”
McMinnville resident, Kyle Marvin, has written and stars in the feature film “Splitsville” which will debut at the Cannes Film Festival in May. The film also stars Nicholas Braun and Dakota Johnson and is directed by Michael Covino. Marvin also directed “80 for Brady” and wrote and produced “The Climb” which also screened at Cannes.
See the full Cannes line up here. Continue reading... ““Splitsville” – Written & Starring McMinnville Resident – will Debut at Cannes”
Submit your film now for BendFilm and secure a discount on your submission fee.
BendFilm expands its support of Independent Film by refocusing its competition program, centered now on new North American-made independent work. With the inaugural success of our filmmaking retreat, BendFilm: Basecamp, we are doubling down on platforming emerging creators, creating a dedicated fall showcase for emerging narrative and documentary features. Films should have majority North American financing and/or should be shot in North American countries. They will be selected for originality of voice and quality of execution—an earmark of successful indie filmmaking. Continue reading... “BendFilm Festival Submission – Discount Codes”
TICKETS ARE NOW ON-SALE FOR SCREENINGS, PANELS, PARTIES, SPECIAL EVENTS & MORE!
The wait is over – grab tickets to screenings, or purchase a pass to get the full festival experience.
With over 120 films from across the globe and the Northwest, there’s something for everyone! From rock docs to experimental features, first-time ever premieres, a music video showcase and panels on important topics – take a look and see what is right for you!
From panels and live music performances to VR experiences and parties, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Continue reading... “Portland Panorama Tickets Now on Sale”
The locally produced feature film “A Simple Machine” will premiere at the Lighthouse International Film Festival on June 7. The film tells the story of Nick, an indecisive young man, who, in order to get out of debt, makes a series of radically frugal lifestyle choices without telling his girlfriend that he will be homeless and living off the grid.
Karina Lomelin Ripper took home the prize for “Best Latina Director” for a live action short at the LA Latino International Film Festival this past week.
The #OregonMade feature film “Outdoor School” will premiere at the American Black Film Festival in Miami on June 11. Portland’ Ime Etuk’s feature loosely based on Vin Shambery’s experiences features local cast, crew and locations.
Eastern Oregon Film Festival (EOFF) is thrilled to announce the first ‘Trippers’ of its new Filmmaker Field Trips program’, a unique initiative designed to support independent filmmakers by providing them with direct access to the stunning landscapes and vibrant communities of Eastern Oregon.
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Kelly Reichardt’s latest film “The Mastermind” has been announced as part of the main competition titles at the Cannes Film festival in May. Although shot in Ohio, the film was produced by Oregon based Neil Kopp and Anish Savjani (alongside partner Vincent Savino) and their filmscience label.
McMinnville resident, Kyle Marvin, has written and stars in the feature film “Splitsville” which will debut at the Cannes Film Festival in May. The film also stars Nicholas Braun and Dakota Johnson and is directed by Michael Covino. Marvin also directed “80 for Brady” and wrote and produced “The Climb” which also screened at Cannes.
Submit your film now for BendFilm and secure a discount on your submission fee.
TICKETS ARE NOW ON-SALE FOR SCREENINGS, PANELS, PARTIES, SPECIAL EVENTS & MORE!