Encircle films Presents

Documentaries to Inform and Inspire Action

Welcome to Season 12!

November Film Showing

s-yéwyáw Awaken

November 21, 2024 6:30PM

s-yéwyáw Awaken

Ecko Aleck of the Nlaka’pamux Nation (Lytton, BC,) Alfonso Salinas of the shíshálh Nation (Sunshine Coast, BC,) and Charlene SanJenko of Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation (Shuswap, BC,) are learning and documenting the traditional cultural teachings and legacies of their Elders, including the impacts of genocide resulting from Canada’s Indian Residential School (IRS) system. 

Calling the audience’s attention to the filmmaking process of narrative collaboration between an Indigenous and settler team, this character-driven documentary connects the transformative stories of three Indigenous multimedia changemakers and their four Elders.

Infused by Indigenous ceremony, s-yéwyáw: Awaken walks alongside the process of intergenerational healing.

91 minutes

Audience discussion following the film.

Guest Q&A Panelists

Guest panelists to be announced soon.

 

December Film Showing

We Are All In This Together

December 19, 2024 6:30PM

We Are All In This Together

Just like a lot of Americans, Daniel Troia had been feeling all of the tension in the country, which made him question just how connected we really are anymore. Determined to find out if we truly are as divided as it seems, he decides to set off on a cross-country bicycle journey with no food, no money and the hope of gaining a better understanding of the human connection. 

Equipped with hidden camera glasses and a sign that says, “Ran out of food. Anything helps”, Daniel listens to stories from the people that lend a helping hand and learns that those who face the most adversity in their lives, often have the most to give. 

After spending 7 months on the road and meeting a diverse group of kind strangers, his perspective on the country changes and he realizes that there is much more that brings us together, than what separates us. 

74 minutes

Audience discussion following the film with Daniel Troia.

Guest Q&A Panelists

Following our showing of “We Are All In This Together” please join the film’s writer and producer, Daniel Troia, as he leads the audience question and answer discussion.

Daniel has spent the past 18 years learning alternative ways to travel. His films are a combination of adventure mixed with human connection. His first film, Two Wheels To Freedom, was featured in National Geographic Adventure, and he will be releasing his next film, The Child Within, in late 2024.

 

Encircle Films Presents: Current News and Updates

Check out the Eugene Environmental Film Festival (EEFF) taking place October 11-20. Events include film screenings at Art House, workshops, and speakers to support their mission of creating space and a platform to address and bring light to critical issues facing our planet. On October 18th – Wildfire Friday, join local filmmaker Michael Sherman (“Burning to Heal” documentary), for a post screening panel about prescribed burning – more information and ticketing HERE! A complete listing and ticketing for all documentary screenings during the event can be found at the Art House Website.

Encircle Films founder Vicki Anderson Update: Many of you know Vicki. She is experiencing a serious health crisis and could use our support. You can find a link to a GoFundMe page here: Vicki Anderson GoFundMe Medical Expenses

Season 12 Documentary Films Selection Update:

The Encircle Films Board of Directors met at the end of July and selected the following documentary films for showing this Fall. Films are shown at the Art House on the third Thursday of each month at 6:30PM – October’s film is an exception and will be on the second Thursday, October 10th.

Past 2024 Updates:

WOMEN OF IMPACT AWARDS APRIL 18, 2024

Encircle Film’s Women of Impact awards ceremony honored 13 women for their invaluable activism and volunteer contributions to the Eugene/Springfield community on April 18th!

We were excited to celebrate these awardees at a special awards ceremony hosted by Encircle Films at the Art House Theater (former Bijou Theater) immediately following the screening of the powerful film “No Time to Waste”, about legendary 99-year-old park ranger Betty Reid Soskin’s inspiring life, work, and urgent mission to restore critical missing chapters of America’s story.

After the ceremony, we had a meet and greet with awardees in the lobby and outdoor patio. Pictures of the event ar posted on the Woomen of Impact Awards webpage HERE!

Encircle Films Recognition Celebration – Former EF Board Members, Volunteers, Art House and Metro theaters, and Encircle Films attendees were honored at Gratitude Revealed film showing. Season 11 opening remarks video clip is here.

We are now officially a 501(c)(3) Qualified non-profit member of The Oregon Cultural Trust! This means that when you donate to Encircle Films you can then donate to The Oregon Cultural Trust and receive an Oregon State tax credit up to allowable amounts.  To get details and questions answered, Click HERE!

Art House (formally The Bijou) will be our home (again). We began our journey bringing documentaries to Eugene 10 years ago at The Bijou, then moved to The Metro theater 5 years ago, and now we’re coming back to the Bijou’s new incarnation as Art House. We appreciate your loyalty in moving with us and we’re excited about the better viewing angles for all theater seats, improved sound system for panel discussions, and a lobby and courtyard that facilitates conversations before and after the films that Art House provides. And we’re thrilled to continue to support general manager Edward Schiessl as he creates a venue dedicated to community events. Be sure to check out the Act Up! pages for all of the Season 11 films. They are full of excellent resources for each of the films shown this past season. Access HERE! or from the main website navigation bar.

See you at the Art House third Thursday’s each month! ~ The EF Board

Encircle Films Series

We are looking forward to engaging audiences at our new home venue, the Art House, for our 11th season, bringing you documentaries to inform and inspire action!

Seating is NOT reserved, advanced tickets are recommended. All seats have excellent screen view.

Art House Info (Click Here)

492 E. 13th Ave.
Eugene, OR 97401

(541) 686-3229

$12.00 ADULTS
$9.00 STUDENTS (WITH ID)
$9.00 SENIORS (62+)

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The mission of Encircle Films is to create awareness of important social issues by showing impactful documentaries, inviting guest speakers to facilitate audience discussions, and inspiring citizens to get involved. Now in our eleventh season, we are a group of community-minded individuals dedicated to exploring issues that affect us on a global and local level. Our goal is to give voice to our spirit of concern for community, country, and planet. 

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