Column: FLIC 2021 brought the world to us
"Pulse" director Sergii Chebotarenko of Ukraine took home FLIC 2021 awards for Best Picture - Feature and Best Director. (Andrii Kondratenko)
Kyahna Collicott and Camas Renault were part of the Showboat crew that kept FLIC patrons plied with popcorn and other classic movie fare. Specialty baked goods were provided for the awards reception by Scottage Cakery in Polson. (Carolyn Hidy/Lake County Leader)
A cadre of community volunteer ushers, shown gearing up and handing out flashlights for an evening shift, helped make FLIC possible. (Carolyn Hidy/Lake County Leader)
Eleanor Wells wrote and directed "Eagle Rock," about a woman who ended up in prison for murder reflecting on the cult she was a part of and what led to her crime. "Filmmaking is something I just HAVE to do. It makes me feel alive," Wells said. (Carolyn Hidy/Lake County Leader)
Becky and Greg Dupuis (center), owners of Showboat Cinemas, received the FLIC 2021 "Impact Award" from David and Jessica King for their contributions to the film festival.
A replica of a dress worn by "The Girl Who Wore Freedom" in 1944 as the people of Normandy celebrated their liberation from Nazi occupation by Americans and Allied Forces on D-Day. Christian Taylor, right, directed the film, inspired by a visit to D-Day celebrations when her son Hunter was part of the Army 101st Airborne. (Steven Pickel)
After binge-watching independent films all weekend at FLIC 2021, Flathead Lake International Cinemafest, I left a better person. I felt more informed and open hearted, reconnected to the world, and I heard comments from many others who felt the same....
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