January 1, 2019 – December 31, 2019
The Film Center’s Northwest Tracking program showcases the work of independent filmmakers living and working in the Northwest—Alaska, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington—whose work reflects the vibrant cinematic culture of the region. Whether presenting single artist retrospectives, new features, documentaries, or inspired collections of short works, Northwest Tracking offers testimony to the creativity and talent in our flourishing media arts community.
This Mountain Life
Directed by Grant Baldwin
British Columbia is a province in which 75% of its geographical landscape is made up of large mountains. While many …
The Last Gospel of The Pagan Babies
Directed by Jean Donohue
In 1960s Kentucky, the old-world gay scene took a dramatic turn towards the future as the The Pagan Babies, a …
Prospect
Directed by Zeek Earl, Chris Caldwell
This engaging science fiction thriller tells the story of a young girl, Cee, played by the up-and-coming Sophie Thatcher, as …
Karen Doesn’t Dream
Directed by Zach Huckaby
Karen is having issues with insomnia. She also works at an adult video store and sells alcohol to kids from …
The Native Wisdom Documentary Film Series
Directed by Teem Keenan Burgess, Lawrence Johnson
Presented in conjunction with Portland-based non-profit Wisdom of the Elders, this short series explores how climate change is affecting native …
Zulu Summer
Directed by Joseph Litzinger, Eric Michael Schrader
What began as an assumed spam email at a local radio station—something along the lines of a Nigerian prince asking …
Whitman at the Whitsell
Directed by Marilyn Zornado, Various
An evening of animation and poetry in celebration of the American poet Walt Whitman’s 200th birthday. Portland-based animator Marilyn Zornado …
A Universe: Films by Laura Heit
Directed by Laura Heit
At the heart of animator, filmmaker, and puppeteer Laura Heit’s creative universe is a yearning to connect to human emotions. …
EXTRA ORDINARY: Short Films & Videos About Everyday Life by Julie Perini
Directed by Julie Perini
Portland-based filmmaker Julie Perini has created two feature-length documentaries examining socio-political subjects and issues in the Northwest. In addition to …
NW Music Video Showcase
Directed by Various
Join us as we present another installment of our annual showcase for some of the best music videos being made …
Solo: The Evolution of the One Man Band
Directed by Billy Dimes
There are many solo musical acts, however for the creative musicians who wield multiple instruments at once, the unique moniker …
The Animated Films of Richard Reeves, 1992-2018
Directed by Richard Reeves
Working in the tradition of animation greats such as Norman McClaren, Len Lye, and Mary Ellen Butte, Canadian animator Richard …