The Portland EcoFilm Festival is excited to present a program of new ecological short films.
Sponsored by Multnomah County Clean Rivers Coalition
LUMA
30 minutes | United Kingdom
Directors: Eleanor Mortimer, Liridon Mustafaj
For countless generations, the Valbona River has carved its way through the Albanian Alps. At turns gentle, powerful, and somehow playful, the river moves through the valley, carrying songs, memories, and legends of old. But something is stirring which threatens to halt its flow, and the life that Valbona has given to the people fuels their will to protect her.
IMALIRIJIT
27 minutes | Canada
Directors: Vincent L'Hérault, Tim Anaviapik Soucie
In this inspiring story of a young Inuit researcher, Tim Anaviapik Soucie is a young father living in Pond Inlet, Nunavut. Like his grandfather before him, he wants to do his own research, studying water quality to benefit living and future generations. Tim and his team embark on an inspiring journey that will lead to cultural revitalization for their community as they face the modern realities of the Canadian Arctic.
SUZIE HICKS THE CLIMATE CHICK
30 minutes | USA
Director: Suzie Hicks
Suzie Hicks the Climate Chick is a fast-paced, emotionally expansive, educational program aimed at inspiring youth to lean into learning about climate change. Using comedy sketches, music, and puppets, the show integrates social emotional learning, climate science, and localized community solutions to inform and empower learners to feel their feelings and fight for change.
Also included are winners of The River Starts Here 2022 Student Video Contest, with filmmakers in attendance.
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In general, the Hollywood Theatre does not provide content advisories about the subject matter shown in our theatre. Films exhibited don't necessarily reflect the views of the Hollywood Theatre. Information about content and age-appropriateness for specific films can be found on Common Sense Media and DoesTheDogDie.com.