By Kristin Suratt on Monday, September 19th, 2016 in Uncategorized.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 19, 2016
Contact: Kira Wojack
marketing@mendocinofilmfestival.org
(707) 937-0171
Images available upon request
Mendocino Film Festival and Healdsburg Flix Mix Present 2016 Short Films Program:
ONLY HUMAN
HEALDSBURG, CA – On October 7 and 8, Healdsburg Flix Mix and the Mendocino Film Festival invite film- and art-lovers to a special screening of the 2016 Mendocino Film Festival Short Films Program at Paul Mahder Gallery in downtown Healdsburg. Featuring nine touching and funny short films on the triumphs and travails of being human, the Short Films Program includes two 2016 Oscar winners, Bear Story and Stutterer, and will kick off Healdsburg Flix Mix’s fall season.
Ahead of the screenings, which begin at 8:00 pm on both nights, the hosts will serve wine, cheese, and fresh fruit in the Moss Room, a new addition to the gallery, as guests mingle and enjoy the fantastic selection of artwork.
“We’re thrilled to return to Healdsburg,” says Michael Fox, executive director of the Mendocino Film Festival. “Our first screening in collaboration with Healdsburg Flix Mix was a huge success, and Jonathan Wind and his team have continued to improve upon what was already a great event.” His sentiments were echoed by Wind, founder and director of Healdsburg Flix Mix.
“Our inaugural program was incredibly popular — sold-out screenings both nights, lots of positive audience feedback — and it really inspired us to continue our work. We are excited to screen the 2016 Mendocino Film Festival Short Films Program as the opener to our fall season.”
One of the programmers will be present for a Q&A following the Friday screening; the organizers will be present on both evenings.
In addition to introducing North Bay film aficionados to Healdsburg Flix Mix and allowing them to sample some of the Mendocino Film Festival’s most popular selections ahead of the 12th Annual Mendocino Film Festival, the upcoming collaboration will showcase the power of independent film and the value of community events. Tickets are available online and at the door. For more information, visit healdsburgflixmix.com.
ABOUT HEALDSBURG FLIX MIX: The mission of Healdsburg Flix Mix is to build awareness of independent films and of film as an art form and to showcase whenever possible films about art and artists. From the home base of Paul Mahder Gallery in Healdsburg, California, Healdsburg Flix Mix celebrates the excellence, innovation and scholarship in films that inspire and enrich our lives and culture. Healdsburg Flix Mix was founded by Jonathan Wind, who also serves as director.
For more information about Healdsburg Flix Mix, visit healdsburgflixmix.com.
ABOUT THE MENDOCINO FILM FESTIVAL: The Mendocino Film Festival has established a reputation for presenting award-winning international and independent films. Over the years, the Mendocino Film Festival has become renowned on the festival circuit, drawing filmmakers and attendees from around the world while maintaining its commitment to the local community. Featuring special events, filmmaker Q&As, and panels, the program offers the unique opportunity to meet filmmakers and film aficionados in an intimate setting while enjoying the striking natural beauty of Mendocino, which has inspired generations of artists.
For more information, please visit mendocinofilmfestival.org or contact Kira Wojack at marketing@mendocinofilmfestival.org or 707-937-0171.
Bear Story
