20 Years of

from Cascade A&E | February 2023 | Volume 29 | Issue 2

SAGEBRUSHERS ART SOCIETY

marks the start of our 20th year! Since its conception in 2003, BendFilm has been the preeminent source for Indie Film in Central Oregon. We are so proud of the community we have built here, and will continue to nourish it for the next 20 years and beyond!

We need YOUR HELP!

Whether you have attended all 19 festivals or are just learning about us, we need you to help us celebrate! Please send your favorite memories, movies, moments and photos from the past 19 years to elise.furgurson@bendfilm.org.

Throughout the year we will be sharing these memories and more to get ready for the 20th Annual Bend Film Festival!

Save The Date!

OUT IN FOCUS FilmFest! March 2-4!

The OUT IN FOCUS FilmFest will present recently released leadingedge films to provide a winter opportunity for the LGBTQ+ community to convene, view, and connect around important topics. Select screenings will include panel discussions where filmmakers and actors will be invited to provide a first-hand perspective on the filmmaking process and on issues important in our community. The festival will run concurrently with OUT Central Oregon’s annual Winter PrideFest. Films will be screened exclusively at the Tower Theatre and the Tin Pan Theater in downtown Bend.

Become a BendFilm Member!

By becoming a member of BendFilm, you are helping us bring compelling art, culture and educational programs to Central Oregon through the medium of independent film. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we need your support to continue to deliver on our mission.