Black Stories presented by Oregon Film Leads Indie Film Series at McMenamin’s Kennedy School, February 6th

Photo of Portland Filmmaker Misha Wesley, recipient of Prosper Portland's Amplify Film Grant supported by Travel Portland and The Portland Event & Film Office in Portland, Oregon.

Spotlight on Diversity: Portland Film Festival’s Indie Film Series

Dive into the Portland Film Festival’s Indie Film Series 24/25, a celebration of diverse voices and stories that challenge, inspire, and transform. Our series kicks off with a powerful showcase of films by Black voices, setting the stage for a year of meaningful cinema.

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month at McMenamin’s Kennedy School, where doors open at 6pm for an evening of discovery and dialogue. February starts strong with narratives that illuminate the experiences and talents of Black filmmakers. In March, we shine a light on films directed by women, celebrating their unique perspectives and storytelling prowess. April brings films about the environment, offering compelling narratives that urge reflection and action.

Be part of this cinematic journey. Engage with groundbreaking works, including films from local talents and even Prosper Portland’s Amplify Grant recipient Misha Webley. Each screening is an opportunity to connect with creators, thinkers, and fellow film enthusiasts in a vibrant community setting.

Mark your calendars and join us for the Indie Film Series 24/25 at McMenamin’s Kennedy School, February 6th. Immerse yourself in the raw, unfiltered essence of indie cinema. Here, every film is not just a screening but a conversation, a step towards understanding and change. Be there, where stories come alive.

Buy tickets now. Link to purchase tickets: https://www.mcmenamins.com/events/250578-portland-film-festival-monthly-indie-film-night



NOW OPEN: Call for Entry Submissions for the 2026 Portland Film Festival

Portland Film Festival red carpet photo with alumni filmmakers


Filmmakers, it’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for. The Portland Film Festival is now accepting submissions for 2026. We are looking for good films with compelling stories. Do you have any suggestions? Please submit your narrative features, documentaries, shorts of all kinds, transmedia, web series, student films, TikToks, Reels, music videos, and more.