Welcome to the 17th Annual BendFilm Festival
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The 17th annual BendFilm Festival will be presented in a reimagined format to engage at-home and in-person audiences with a longer viewing window and more chances to celebrate the power of independent film.
VIRTUAL +DRIVE-IN: We will showcase 115 films virtually and at drive-in screenings so everyone is bound to find a story that strikes a chord, inspires and entertains.
One thing that will remain the same is BendFilm’s filmmaker-focused efforts. BendFilm will award over $12,000 in prizes directly to independent filmmakers, facilitate mentor sessions between emerging directors and established artists, honor an Indie Woman of the Year and continue the First Features Program. Additionally, BendFilm will offer $5,000 in grant money to a BIPOC filmmaker.
Past films screened have included Oscar-winning best picture Parasite, Oscar-winning short film The Neighbors Window as well as world premieres, and other festival favorites.
BendFilm is a festival that could only happen in Bend, Oregon. In normal years, the experience is a bit like a ‘choose your own adventure.’ You can find yourself wandering through historic downtown venues, shops and restaurants then two blocks later find yourself at the First Street Rapids where kayakers practice their turns or at the Whitewater Park where surfers take turns riding the wave. One minute you are in an award-winning craft beer tasting room and the next you are strolling along the scenic Deschutes river trail with a breath-taking view of the Cascade Mountains. Or you just may wonder if you’ve gone back in time as you find yourself browsing the new releases at the Last Blockbuster in the World located a few blocks away from the Festival venues.
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We'll see you October 8-25th!
