Private pre-release screening of “Other Side of the Hill’
Many Oregonians on the other side of the hill are really far ahead when it comes to renewable energy. Urban Oregonians often think that our cities are the leaders in climate action. Climate concern experienced by, and climate action undertaken by, residents of rural Oregon on the other side of the Cascades, are often overlooked. In a time of unprecedented cultural divide between rural and urban Oregon, we seek to depict common ground in recognizing the urgency to address a changing landscape. Southern Oregon Climate Action Now is therefore proud to offer a private pre-release screening of “Other Side of the Hill: Rural perspectives on a changing climate,” a short film by James Parker and Juliet Grable of Synchronous Pictures. The film explores the impacts of a changing climate on rural Eastern Oregon – as seen through the eyes of local leaders on the ground. From innovative timber operations in Wallowa County to large scale solar farms in Lakeview, we amplify the voices of rural communities often left unheard. A trailer is available at: https://vimeo.com/403409317, the film website is: https://www.othersideofthehillmovie.com/ and Facebook page is: https://www.facebook.com/othersideofthehillmovie. Executive Producers are local and regional climate activists: Julian Bell, Deb Evans and Ron Schaaf, and Tom Bowerman.
Jim Walls, former Executive Director and now Chairman of the Board of the Lake County resource Initiative, featured in the video, was instrumental in promoting many of the activities discussed in the video. Jim has agreed to be on ZOOM-hand to answer questions following the screening. We have also invited director James Parker and others involved in the production to join us for the Q/A session following the screening.
Screening is scheduled for 6:00 pm on Tuesday September 29th. Because the producers have generously allowed us this private pre-release screening, viewing will only be possible via our ZOOM connection; it will not be available via Facebook or for viewing after the program. If you wish to join us for the screening, please contact carmen@socan.eco to obtain the URL.