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Life Without Principle
Director Johnnie To (The Heroic Trio, Election, Exiled) has been known for bringing fast paced action films to the screen, until now. With his latest film Life Without Principle he takes a sharp turn...
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Found Memories
Brazilian director Julia Murat’s much-lauded feature film debut, Found Memories, comes to PIFF 35. Every morning, the aging Madalena wakes up to bake bread for her neighbor Antonio’s coffee shop. Day...
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Las Acacias
Argentina’s Pablo Giorgelli delivers a film that, like any good road trip, unfolds slowly- but by the end, has us wishing it could start all over again. This beautiful film is the winner of the Camera...
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Pelotero
Documentarians Jonathan Paley, Ross Finkel and Trevor Marin deliver one of the standout domestic offerings of PIFF35, beginning this Sunday, February 19th. Pelotero follows two young Dominican...
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Toll Booth
Turkish director Tolga Karaçelik’s first feature film, ‘Gişe Memuru’ (Toll Booth) takes its inspiration from the humdrum lives of toll-booth attendants. Taking a close look at the blurry line between...
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40th Anniversary Gala Preview: Boy and Bean
Boy and Bean, local swing/jazz trio, has made a name for themselves with their faithful covers— with a modern twist— of Depression-era songs from the ’20s, ’30s, and of course, the ’40s....
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40th Anniversary Gala Preview: China Forbes
We are thrilled to announce that Portland-based and widely-renowned vocalist China Forbes will be performing at the upcoming 40th Anniversary Gala. For the last decade, China has toured the world as...
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40th Anniversary Gala Preview: golightlyfilms, inc.
The NW Film Center is thrilled to announce golightlyfilms, inc. as a Partner for our 40th Anniversary Gala, taking place Saturday, May 12th of this year. golightlyfilms, inc. Executive Producer Kaja...
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40th Anniversary Gala Preview: Firesteed Winery
“And wine can of their wits the wise beguile, make the sage frolic, and the serious smile.” -Alexander Pope We know you’ve been wondering- what delicious beverages will we be drinking on this...
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40th Anniversary Gala Preview: Live Auction!
At the end of any great evening, you want to come home with a couple of things: photos of you in your evening-out attire, tired feet still tapping to the tunes of the music you danced to, and great...
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Sound Advice with Kelley Baker
On Wednesday, May 9, we have the pleasure of hosting Portland filmmaker Kelley Baker for some (yeah, you guessed it) sound advice! It will be an evening of film clips, conversation, and a book signing...
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THE EXTRAORDINARY VOYAGE + A TRIP TO THE MOON
The magical Georges Méliès, one of the celebrated heroes of Martin Scorsese’s recent HUGO, was the creator of one of the most unforgettable images in cinema—the Man in the Moon being poked in the eye...
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Top Down Rooftop Cinema Needs a Helping Hand
This post is republished from Nick Bruno’s blog, The Rain Falls Down on Portlandtown. Call it a mixed blessing, if you will, but the phenomenal success of the NW Film Center’s annual Top Down rooftop...
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Pollution in Paradise: 50th Anniversary Screening
This 39th annual NW Filmmakers’ Festival isn’t just about new films from regional makers. In addition to all the new fare available for audiences to enjoy in this year’s program, there’s a special...
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Animation Explosion Begins This Weekend at NW Filmmakers’ Fest
Peppered in between all the conventionally produced films in the 39th NW Filmmakers’ Festival lineup, one can highlight a select number of cinematic goodies that reflect our region’s strong...
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Environmental PSA to delight, deliver crucial message
Lights, camera, teens—in action! The NW Film Center is proud to debut the short PSA titled, “Don’t Throw Trash in the Bay,” by Branson Laszlo of Wheeler, OR as part of the teen division of the 39th...
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Lonesome’s Pizza Delivers Project Viewfinder to a New Audience
As Project Viewfinder closes in on its December 31st fundraising deadline, we at the Film Center are tirelessly looking for new avenues for getting the message out to the community. For those who...
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PIFF 36: Get Ready for Oregon’s Biggest Film Event
PIFF 36 Opening Night film: THE SAPPHIRES We’ve just leaked our first big festival news for next year’s 36th Portland International Film Festival. The festival runs from February 7-23, 2013 and will...
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Family Friendly at the 36th Portland International Film Festival
Film lovers from nine to 90 will be charmed by these award-winning films suitable for younger viewers (depending on subject matter and subtitle reading ability). THE PAINTING, dir. Jean-François...
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PIFF 36 Schedule Updates
This is the place for the latest updates to the 36th Portland International Film Festival exhibition schedule. The PIFF microsite may not reflect the latest updates, so please bookmark this page and...
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PIFF 36 Trailer of the Day: MADRID, 1987
A mere eight days into the Festival and the PIFF 36 screenings are coming fast and furious. With 10 screenings happening just this evening, it was difficult to choose only one film to highlight, but...
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A Benefit for the NW Film Center – Big Night at the Oscars
Come join us on Sunday, February 24 for this amazing event benefiting The Northwest Film Center. Many thanks to Portland Monthly for making this event possible and to St-Germain, Hotel deLuxe, and...
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PIFF 36 Trailer of the Day: La Pirogue
Today’s trailer is for the Senegalese film LA PIROGUE. Directed by Moussa Touré, it plays the Festival on Feb. 16 & Feb. 18. Follow this link to our PIFF 36 microsite for more info about the...
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Upcoming Workshop: Inside the World of Film Composing
INSIDE THE WORLD OF FILM COMPOSING Saturday, April 20th, 2013 from 10am to 4pm Taught by Mark Orton, founding member of the Tin Hat acoustic chamber ensemble, who has written music for films such as...
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Composer Mark Orton teaching workshop
Composer MARK ORTON will be teaching an upcoming workshop, INSIDE THE WORLD OF FILM COMPOSING, this Saturday at the School of Film. Founding member of the genre-bending acoustic chamber ensemble Tin...
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Project Viewfinder Filmmakers: Meet David
PROJECT VIEWFINDER is an outreach effort of the School of Film that teaches the tools of filmmaking to young adults transitioning from homelessness to self-sufficiency. Working with lead faculty...
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NEW CLASS STARTING THIS WEEK
FOOD STYLING A new 4-week class beginning Tuesday, May 7, 6:30-9:30 PM Taught by food stylist Dolores Custer REGISTER NOW The art of preparing food for the camera. Topics: Selecting and working with...
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Upcoming Workshop: STORYBOARDING
STORYBOARDING Saturday, May 11, 2013 from 10am to 3 PM Taught by Dan Schaefer Register Now Concept artist Dan Schaefer, (“Grimm”, MILK) will be teaching storyboarding in a one-day workshop at the...
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PROJECT VIEWFINDER part 1
Were you unable to attend the PROJECT VIEWFINDER premiere screening on May 1st? Well, not to worry! It’s now available to view online! Click here to continue watching part 2 Let us know what you think:...
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PROJECT VIEWFINDER part 2
Were you unable to attend the PROJECT VIEWFINDER premiere screening on May 1st? Well, not to worry! It’s now available to view online! Let us know what you think: Please click here to answer a few...
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SUMMER CAMP IS COMING!
Calling all kids + teens grades 2-12! The film arts are an excellent way to learn about group decision-making, build self-confidence, and uncover and nurture those special talents within. Join our...
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PJFF 21 Trailers of the Day: Policeman & Portrait of Wally
“A boldly conceived drama pivoting on the initially unrelated activities of an elite anti-terrorist police unit and some wealthy young anarchists, POLICEMAN is a striking and controversial debut...
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Early Bird Discount for Fall Classes
The fall term is on its way and we have filmmaking classes for all skill levels and interests. This week only, take advantage of our EARLY BIRD SPECIAL. Prices for all classes, 9 weeks in length or...
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AYT #72: They Look Like Big, Good, Strong Hands… Don’t They?
Erik McClanahan:Re-posting for Jodorwosky’s new release, Dance of Reality. Originally posted on Newsroom: This week, Joe and Erik talk lovingly about the already misunderstood new film, Only God...
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AYT #67: Super Fight
Erik McClanahan:re-visiting our discussion of Richard Linklater’s Before Midnight, in honor of Boyhood’s release. Originally posted on Newsroom: This week, Joe and Erik fight over the qualities, or...
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