September 4 & 5, 2015 – Presented by Duke Energy
Known for showcasing the best in independent, inspiring film from all over the world every October, the Heartland Film Festival—presented by nonprofit arts organization Heartland Film—will offer moviegoers in Kokomo, Ind. a chance to experience the festival atmosphere in their own backyard. Two indie filmmakers are scheduled to attend “Best of the Fest,” presented by Duke Energy, and will be available to mingle with attendees and provide insight on the filmmaking process.
A special thanks to our partners Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance, Kokomo-Howard County Public Library, Indiana University Kokomo, Central Middle International School and Kokomo School Corporation. All screenings will take place at the Central Middle International School Auditorium, 303 E. Superior, Kokomo, IN 46901. Keep an eye on the Kokomo “Best of the Fest” Roadshow page for updated details on the upcoming event!
Full Schedule
Friday, September 4 | 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Oscar® Shorts Program
A selection of four short films from the Heartland Film Festival
As an Academy Award®-qualifying festival in the Narrative Shorts category, Heartland Film is always proud to present excellent short films from around the world to Roadshow events. All of these short films were Festival Award Winners at the Heartland Film Festival in years past before they went on to receive Oscar® nominations in their respective categories – some even took home Oscar® gold, like this year’s The Phone Call. The short films God of Love, Head Over Heels and The Dam Keeper will also be shown.
Tickets:
- Admission to the First Friday Oscar® Shorts Program is FREE!
Saturday, September 5 | 2 p.m. | Transcend
2014 Heartland Film Festival Official Selection, Documentary Feature
Long distance running allowed Wesley Korir to escape the grinding poverty of Kenya. But after winning multiple American marathons, including taking running’s most cherished prize, the Boston Marathon, he risks it all and returns home to help his fellow Kenyans create better lives for themselves. This is the story of the elusive spiritual energy that is somehow forged in the intense rigor of long-distance running, an energy Wesley Korir is using to transform the nation that has done more than any other to change the face of the marathon.
Tickets:
- $6 online / $8 box office
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Saturday, September 5 | 4:30 p.m. | I’m With Phil
2014 Heartland Film Festival Official Selection, Documentary Feature
When a New Yorker named Phil Campbell discovers a rural town in Alabama that shares his name, he invites Phil Campbells from all over the world to join him there for a Phil Campbell Convention. But when a deadly disaster strikes town, his stunt takes on an entirely different tone. This documentary follows the incredible lengths to which people will go for strangers, as individuals from all over the world gather to help rebuild and restore the town that shares their name.
Director Andrew Reed scheduled to attend.
Tickets:
- $6 online / $8 box office
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Saturday, September 5 | 7 p.m. | Cicada
2014 Heartland Film Festival Award Winner, Narrative Feature
Much like a cicada, Jumpei, a mild-mannered schoolteacher, is sheltered. Introverted almost to a fault, Jumpei has discovered that he is infertile, a secret that he is keeping from the woman he is set to marry. In the meantime, Jumpei is enlisted by his sister to help out her family, especially Jumpei’s nine-year-old nephew who is being bullied in school. While Jumpei’s prospects of having a family of his own seem to be non-existent, he is forced into his sister’s dysfunctional family life, and what transpires is a series of comical and heartbreaking events.
Director Dean Yamada scheduled to attend.
Tickets:
- $6 online / $8 box office
- Buy tickets
Filmmakers Scheduled to Attend
- Dean Yamada, Director – Cicada (2014 Heartland Film Festival Award Winner, Narrative Feature)
– Filmmaker Interview - Andrew Reed, Director – I’m With Phil (2014 Heartland Film Festival Official Selection, Documentary Feature)
– Filmmaker Interview
Screening Venue
- Central Middle International School Auditorium
303 E. Superior, Kokomo, IN 46901
