Catch a Glimpse of Local Talent at the Wild Rivers Film Festival Preview – June 13 at Curry Campus

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The Friends of Curry Campus Speaker Series will preview the Second Annual Wild Rivers Film Festival (WRFF) on June 13, 2024, at the Southwestern Oregon Community College's Curry Campus in Brookings, Oregon. The event, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm, provides an early look at the festival scheduled for August 15 to 18, 2024. Attendees are invited to bring a lunch and watch presentations by Sue Wright and Kat Lidell, board members of the WRFF.

Sue Wright, Professor Emeritus at Eastern Washington University, uses her background in sociology and justice studies as the WRFF president. She has initiated a filmmaking workshop for middle and high school students to promote creative expression and community involvement. Wright has a long history of supporting educational and research initiatives for youth.

Kat Lidell, from Brookings, serves as a librarian, podcast co-host, and Executive Director of the Threepenny Theater Co. Her education in English and library science supports her work with the film festival and contributes to Brookings' cultural scene.

This year, the WRFF will feature a film made by local youth, following a filmmaking workshop at the Curry Campus. Supported by various foundation grants, this project highlights the festival's focus on educational outreach and community development. The workshop is open for registration until June 28.

The festival will include a wide range of independent films globally and introduce a new screenwriting competition. Building on last year's screening of 60 films, this year's festival is expected to offer more. It aims to celebrate film artistry and boost local tourism, attracting visitors from the local area and beyond.