Celebrating their 7th Anniversary, Columbia Gorge International Film Festival (CGIFF) continues their tradition of being the most unique opportunity in the Pacific Northwest –and likely the nation. CGIFF is a shining example of indie film spirit connecting communities: from inside the movie theater to the great outdoors.
CGIFF 2014 proudly presents 224 films; an exciting variety of feature length and short films, narratives and documentaries from around the world. The witty comedy, FRANK VS. GOD opens the fest; screening at the beautiful Angaelica Farms in Washougal, WA. In this humorous comedy, when hotshot lawyer David Frank (Henry Ian Cusick) realizes that a tornado destroyed his house, he decides to serve God… with a lawsuit. Writer/Director Stewart Schill will attend the event and participate in a post-screening Q&A. A live music performance from The Solars, precedes the screening.
CGIFF is a production of Angaelica, a non profit organization rooted in the arts and ecology. Unlike many film festivals, the CGIFF experience really shares its home with outdoor screenings and exciting non-film programming; bridging the vibrant experience of the Pacific Northwest to film festival audiences and filmmakers alike. Those interested in the craft of filmmaking can check out workshops & guest conversation events covering: screenwriting, casting and animation. Audiences can also check out the curated lineup of live music and stand-up comedy performances. These events are free and open to everyone; a free festival registration is requested to confirm your attendance. To register, please visit http://www.angaelica.com/festivals/2014cgiff/register/
On select dates, the CGIFF takes a break from their screening schedule and dedicates these days to enjoying specially programmed Outdoor Activities.
“It is such a beautiful environment up here”, states Breven Warren, CGIFF Founder/Executive Director. “We consider the fest an exchange, of sorts. One where fantastic filmmakers can share their work with our audiences, and in return our audiences essentially share the sights and gifts of their gorgeous backyard.”
These events are open everyone. Advance registration and donation is required to participate. Schedule is as follows: Mon Aug. 4 Rafting in White Salmon, WA ($55 Donation) Tue Aug. 5 Hike Eagle Creek, OR ($15 Donation) Mon Aug. 11 Paddle Board & Kayak in Hood River, OR ($30 Donation) Tue Aug. 12 Hike up Beacon Rock ($10 Donation) All film screenings, workshops and guest conversation events are free and open to everyone; no admission for entry. A festival registration is requested to confirm your attendance.. To register, please visit http://www.angaelica.com/festivals/2014cgiff/register/.
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7th ANNUAL COLUMBIA GORGE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL August 1st-17th, 2014 FILM GUIDE: http://www.angaelica.com/festivals/2014cgiff/filmguide/ CALENDAR: http://www.angaelica.com/festivals/2014cgiff/calendar/
VENUES: VANCOUVER, WA Fort Vancouver Library – 901 C. Street, Vancouver, WA 98660 Gallery 360 – 111 West 9th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660 Torque Coffee Shop – 501 Columbia Street, Vancouver WA 98660
CAMAS, WA Camas Library - 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas, WA 98607
WASHOUGAL, WA Angaelica Farms
PORTLAND, OR Star Theater - 13 NW 6th Ave, Portland OR 97209
SCREENWRITER WORKSHOPS @ ANGAELICA FARMS: 7pm on Sat Aug 2, Sun Aug 10 & Thu Aug 14
GUEST SPEAKERS & CONVERSATIONS: Fri Aug. 8 at 1pm Vancouver Library LAIKA PRESENTS: Mark Shapiro presents on Animation , followed by a screening of Coraline.
Fri Aug. 15 at 3pm Camas Library CASTING YOUR NEXT INDIE: Lana Veenker, CSA &President of Cast Iron Studios speaks on Casting Independent Films
LIVE MUSIC & COMEDY SERIES on ANGAELICA FARMS: Fri Aug. 1 at 9pm THE SOLARS Fri Aug. 8 at 9pm RUFF HAUSEN Sat Aug. 9 at 8pm COMEDIANS: Vivian Martinez, Erik Escobar, Eric Zipper & Jeff Kazanjian Sat Aug. 9 at 9pm NOISE AGENCY Thu Aug. 14 at 9pm OUTER SPACE HEATERS Fri Aug. 15 at 9pm ARAM ARSLANIAN
OUTDOOR ACTIVITY EVENTS: Mon Aug. 4 - Rafting in White Salmon, WA ($55 Donation) Tue Aug. 5 - Hike Eagle Creek, OR ($15 Donation) Mon Aug. 11 - Paddle Board & Kayak in Hood River, OR ($30 Donation) Tue Aug. 12 - Hike up Beacon Rock ($10 Donation)
ABOUT THE FESTIVAL: The Columbia Gorge International Film Festival is a registered 501c(3), owned and operated by Angaelica, an organization that embraces art & ecology by supporting artists, multi-media creations and community collaborations. Our mission is to grow a most inspiring, mentoring and educational festival to stand out as an extraordinary event unlike any other. Our goals include creating a unparalleled platform for art in our region, creating a tourist destination, encouraging films to be produced in the the Pacific North West and overall strengthening our local economy. Clark County, WA has served as our headquarters since 2008. Our past events have currently taken place in Washougal, Camas and Vancouver. http://www.angaelica.com/festivals/2014cgiff/
ABOUT ANGAELICA: Angaelica is a non profit organization rooted in the arts and ecology. We are connecting artists and collaborators to help projects be unique and extraordinary. We believe in the power of storytelling. And we believe in supporting one another and cultivating sustainable communities. CREATING. WE OPERATE A BOUTIQUE PRODUCTION COMPANY AND HELP FROM STORY DEVELOPMENT THROUGH PRODUCTION AND POST PRODUCTION TO DISTRIBUTION. WE BELIEVE IN HELPING OTHERS CREATE ART FOR LARGER AUDIENCES. AND WE ARE PROUD OF OUR ARTISTS, WRITERS AND FILMMAKERS WHOSE WORK WE HAVE BEEN A PART OF.
CONNECTING. WE FOUND AND OPERATE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVALS AND EVENTS TO HELP OUR ARTISTS GAIN EXPOSURE, CONNECT WITH OTHER ARTISTS AND CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR COLLABORATION. IN OUR FOURTH YEAR OF AN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL WE ARE PROUD TO BE SHARING OUR ARTISTS AROUND THE WORLD AT VARIOUS EVENTS AND ART GALLERIES.
CULTIVATING. WE ARE ENVIRONMENTAL ARTISTS AND FARMERS WHO BELIEVE IN CREATING SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES WITH OUR ART AS WELL AS IN OUR COMMUNITIES. WITH URBAN FARMING PROJECTS AND ALTERNATIVE ENERGY ENDEAVORS WE ARE ACTIVE PARTICIPANTS IN MAKING SURE WE ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR WHAT WE USE, REUSE AND CREATE.
PHOTOS - https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B3Jt80Q_V_GaSnpxRTdRbUhlblk&usp=sharing
FvG-HenryIanCusick7.jpg Hot shot lawyer, David Frank (Henry Ian Cusack) takes on the highest court; in a scene from the narrative feature film, FRANK VS. GOD. Photo courtesy of FRANK VS. GOD MOVIE
Washougal-1024x682 View from Mt. Norway, at one of the festival venues, ANGAELICA FARMS in Washougal, WA Photo courtesy of Columbia Gorge International Film Festival
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