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Ultimate Citizens
*MICHIGAN PREMIERE* Jamshid, an Iranian American public school counselor, teaches the children of immigrants and refugees in Seattle about life and belonging. With a Frisbee in hand, Jamshid shows that love wins – one kid, chicken, ultra-endurance race, and friend at a time. Screens with the short film Senghor Reid: Make Way for Tomorrow.
Jailhouse to Milhouse
*MICHIGAN PREMIERE* This is the courageous journey of Pamela Hayden, voice of the plucky, resilient Milhouse on “The Simpsons”: After surviving an abusive boarding school and juvenile jail, as well as other setbacks, Pamela now speaks to teen girls about overcoming obstacles and turning their dreams into reality. Her story is told with surprising humor and great candor. Screens with the short film ScrapFest.
‘Just a Vibe’ Shorts
*FILMMAKER IN ATTENDANCE* Selections include: Big George, Seventeen, When Beverly Met Reita, Synchronicity Story, River Bank, Silt
Encore Screening: Camp RicStar
*DIRECTOR AND CAST & CREW IN ATTENDANCE* This documentary highlights the camp of the same name that takes place in East Lansing, MI each summer. CAMP RICSTAR is an affirmation of the joys of music, the power of community, and the need for inclusion of a population too often left out. Screens with the short film The Boy and The Galaxy.
Opening Night Feature: Camp RicStar
*HOMETOWN PREMIERE // DIRECTOR AND CAST & CREW IN ATTENDANCE* This documentary highlights the camp of the same name that takes place in East Lansing, MI each summer. CAMP RICSTAR is an affirmation of the joys of music, the power of community, and the need for inclusion of a population too often left out. Screens with the short film The Boy and The Galaxy.
Hayseed (Special Overflow Screening)
*SPECIAL OVERFLOW SCREENING* After the shocking death of a small-town reverend, insurance investigator Leo Hobbins (Bill Sage) arrives at Emmaus Holy and interviews the church secretary, Darlene Halsey (Ismenia Mendes). Against his better judgement, Hobbins agrees to help Darlene find the actual cause of the reverend’s death.
Filmmaker/Artist Afterglow (FREE)
Be the main character of your own social capital! Just kidding. But for real, come on out and hang with filmmakers and artists in a chill, no-pressure-networking kinda way at the old Frandor Sears Building. Live music from DJ John Beltran!
Dissonance: Official CCFF Afterparty
Lace up your combat boots or pop out the summer rave gear a little early for an evening of untraditional sights and sounds in Frandor’s Shopping Center. The festival party lords resurrected the shuttered Sears building to summon cinephiles, music snobs, and scene queens alike to celebrate its 11th(ish) year.
Fortnight Film Contest: Screening & Awards
Cheers to the 2023 Fortnight contestants! This year, we’re thrilled to screen all 24 entries. PLEASE NOTE: The films are listed in alphabetical order, NOT the playlist order. Tantay Peruvian Cuisine food truck will be onsite. Come hungry! 5:00 PM – Doors Open 5:30 PM – Fortnight Film Contest: First Round (A Wild and Wonderful […]