5:00 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Behind The Bullet

USA / PG-13

Dir: Heidi Yewman

AWARD WINNER - BEST DOCUMENTARY (Social Issues)

Behind the Bullet explores a side of gun violence that’s rarely talked about- the impact a shooting has on the shooter.

This film takes an intimate, non-polarizing look at how taking a life forever changed four people emotionally, psychologically and spiritually, offering a powerful new perspective on gun violence in the United States.

"BEHIND THE BULLET is a captivating and honest look at what is going on in our country when it comes to gun control. It looks at all sides of the issue that sometimes the media does not discuss or cover. This is a must see film in our current climate." – Peter Hammond, Deadline

"Behind The Bullet is just WOW - an amazing insight into what we are dealing with in the U.S. It’s a refreshing insight and a story that needs to be told." – Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter

6:00 PM - 2:00 AM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Filmmaker Lounge

The offical meet-up and reception venue for OIFF/PORTLAND is the Night Light Lounge.

Open from 2pm till last call this Friday (and from 10am till last call on weekends).

This Southeast Clinton neighborhood favorite has cocktails, and a variety of entrees made from high quality, conscientiously sourced ingredients prepared with care & attention ...all at surprisingly low prices.

With sidewalk seating, an all-season patio for sunny days, and a legendary brunch..this is the place to be (when not watching movies)!

Stop by our offical festival hang out during all of our Portland days & don't forget about tomorrow's big 8pm-11pm meet and greet reception held here...a perfect place to go after the Award Ceremony!

6:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Busy

USA / R

Dir: Jason Rosenblatt

Drama Shorts Program Program A20

Beth has a full day ahead of her when her neighbor texts her, asking if she has time to talk. Beth drops everything to talk him through his depression …from the opposite side of a bathroom door.

6:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Crossing Roads

USA / PG-13

Dir: Aaron Nelson

Drama Shorts Program A20

One accident, several lives.

In the cross roads, they're all impacted. Amanda gets left after an accident and the ripple effects spread through the lives of Randal, her parents, first responders, and hospital staff.

6:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Immunity

USA / PG

Dir: Quincy Woo

Drama Shorts Program A20

In the near future, society relies on health implants called "Immune-nodes" to keep everyone alive, but with it, natural immune systems deteriorate to the point of uselessness. When society faces a national health crisis affecting the functionality of the Immune-nodes, Russell must decide whether to trust his node to keep him alive or face the devastating consequences of natural viruses without a functioning immune system.

6:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Anita

USA / PG-13

Dir: Spencer Clawson

Drama Shorts Program A20

After making it through a difficult break-up, Anita is ready to put her life back together.

Everything is looking up until she runs into her ex-boyfriend Ryan just hours before an interview for her dream job. Anita discovers that Ryan is about to give an important speech and offers him support, falling into familiar roles. Afterwards, the two of them start to feel a connection once again, but Anita decides to put their relationship behind her and move forward with her life.

7:00 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Wrong Impression

USA / R

Dir: Tyler Henson

Dentophobia is a common fear. Whether mild or severe, almost everyone has experienced it. There’s something inherently uncomfortable about another person poking around in your mouth hole.

In the case of one patient (played by Bill Christensen): his fear of this particular Dentist (Scott Thomas) is justified.

What should have been a routine checkup has turned into a surreal nightmare.

7:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Anna Tivel - "The Question"

USA / PG

Dir: Sarah Whelden & Robin Vada

Short Film Program B20

A journey into the mind of a trans woman as she struggles to embrace her inner self: Masculine-presenting Quinn closes her eyes and lets her guard down.

Inside her mind is a woman, a Dancer – graceful, spirited, confident – the embodiment of Quinn’s inner self. A cold concrete wall separates them. As Quinn begins a wordless dialogue with The Dancer, she realizes that what she wants more than anything in the world is something that she already is.

7:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

In the Fog/神隠し (Kamikakushi)

USA / PG-13

Dir: Matthew Takata Shepherd & Naomi Takata Shepherd

Short Film Program B20

An ode to the struggle and beauty of the places between. In the Fog (Kamikakushi) is a psychedelic experimental music video that explores themes of duality, identity, and divinity.

The ordinary life meets the spirit world, as nightmares and dreams intersect: Vioulet and Kei dance with life and death. Conflicting realities coexist, each challenging and forming the other.

A mixed queer person, Vioulet is both trapped and freed by the infinite possibilities of what it means to be. Vioulet falls through time and space as they struggle with the dark presence of Kei. Shadows of the past, ghosts of the future, nightmares and daydreams, haunt and bless Vioulet and Kei.

7:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

The Realm Beyond Reason

USA / PG

Dir: Pat Moriarity & Seth Zeichner

AWARD WINNER - BEST ANIMATION

Short Film Program B20

Two teenage brothers find themselves in the middle of the woods on their first day of work at an isolated pizzeria, where things are not what they seem to be. They find themselves in The Realm Beyond Reason.

The first thing you’ll notice about the animated short, The Realm Beyond Reason, is that it has the look and feel of a black and white underground comic book. With artwork from cartoonist Pat Moriarity, this black-humor-laced Horror Film brings a unique comic style to life - combining traditional pen and ink art with new animation tools and production techniques.

7:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

"SPARKY" by molly BANG

USA / PG

Dir: Mahesh Madhav

Short Film Program B20

A mysterious auctioneer entices attendees to bid on peculiar musical instruments. Upon accepting their prizes, each member is transported to an underground realm where debauchery and frivolity await.

This is an original song and music video from “The Worst Band in Portland”. The video was filmed over two days at OpenSignal (a community media center in NE Portland) and production was a collaboration between the band and the OpenSignal community.

7:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Gabe Fleck: "I Want to be With Myself"

USA / PG-13

Dir: Alexander Robino

AWARD WINNER- BEST MUSIC VIDEO

Short Film Program B20

Official Music Video for musician Gabe Fleck. From his new EP, "Bliss," comes his single, “I Want To Be With Myself.”

Neo-noir imagery and (Portland-based) dance talent weave throughout a tale of someone who wants to live a solo life at the moment, while also admitting that they like who they are with someone else in their life.

8:00 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

R&RX

USA / PG-13

Dir: Sam Hoiland

AWARD WINNER - BEST SCI-FI FILM

Nirvan is just another bartender having another smoke break when he sees a crack in his reality - a mysterious window into another world. He crosses through, and the gate to his own world closes.

This might be concerning, …but Nirvan seems to think he's found his own garden of eden. He soon finds out that this world is not his own, and the other inhabitants don't see it as much of a paradise.

To them, it's a cage.

8:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Magnificent

USA / PG

Dir: Dawn Jones Redstone

AWARD WINNER - BEST LGBTQ SHORT FILM

Cynthia goes on an adventurous first date with Alex in the Columbia River Gorge. Surrounded by the beauty and volatility of nature, Cynthia gets more than she bargained for from both her date and the hike.

Screens with the film "Half-Quaked"

8:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Half-Quaked

USA / PG

Dir: Casey Pfeifer & Rochelle Muzquiz

AWARD WINNER - BEST COMEDY FILM

In this "ground-breaking" comedy, an earthquake looms as an anxious journalist improvises through the misadventures of making her first documentary.

Anxious about an earthquake predicted to hit, Journalist Roberta Aguilar goes to see a therapist. Despite Dr. Chameleon’s questionable methods, Roberta leaves the session with one solid piece of advice: to channel her anxiety into making a documentary to make peace with her own inner shakiness.

Screening with the short film "Magnificent"

9:30 PM - Friday, September 20^th 2019

Black Pool

Ireland / R

Dir: Dustin Morrow

AWARD WINNER - BEST THRILLER

A gripping thriller about a revenge-fueled, cat-and-mouse game of imprisonment and interrogation.

Thirty years ago, Michael’s life was shattered by a shadowy figure he saw for only a fleeting moment. But tonight, through a chance encounter, he believes he’s found the man responsible for ruining his life. And he’s going to make him pay.

But does he have the right man? And how far will he go for the truth?