StoryTellHERS Vol. 4
May 24-25
StoryTellHERS is back for Volume 4, and it is bigger and better than ever!
StoryTellHERS, curated by Kristi Woodard of Mahogani Media, is an annual event that is dedicated to showcasing the incredible work of female filmmakers from our region and beyond. It has become a highly anticipated and attended event for those passionate about supporting women in film. For its fourth year, StorytellHERS is expanding and moving to the weekend! This year’s program will feature a full day of inspirational, educational, and entertaining events, while amplifying the creative voices and unique perspectives of women directors.
We are also excited to welcome young filmmakers (ages 17 and under) to the series this year with a screening & symposium where light bites and refreshments will be served. With this new addition, we aim to inspire and nurture the next generation of StoryTellHERS, and empower young women to tell their stories and share them on screen.
Join us for a showcase of films BY women and FOR women! Stay tuned for the full schedule and film selections.
Young StoryTellHERS Symposium
11 a.m. May 24
Our first Young Filmmakers (17 and under) event will include screenings of films by young women, as well as a panel discussion and Q&A with our Young StoryTellHERS and StoryTellHERS Alum talking about their films and creative journeys. This inspiring event will also feature light bites and refreshments!
Tickets are free, but you must reserve your spot in advance.
This event will be held in Theater 1, RFC’s 124-seat capacity theater.
BEHIND THE BALLET
Directed by Chloe Collins, Documentary, G
DROUGHT
Directed by Zoë Brown, Animation, G
YES, NO, MAYBE SO
Directed by Vernae Ewing Thompson, Music Video, NR
HE ONLY FELL
2:30 p.m. May 24
Written & Directed by Latasha V. Henderson (Designer Tasha)
A working woman (Shana) currently resides in Nigeria while rediscovering herself through styling & poetry. Two best friends (Akin & Ayo) are at odds with each other due to Akin's taste in women. Somehow, things work out, or not! Romance/Comedy, 2022, 1 hr 42 min., PG-13.
The screening will be in Theater 1, RFC’s 124-seat capacity theater followed by a Q&A and discussion with Latasha Henderson led by Kristi Woodard.
StoryTellHERS SHORTS
6:30 p.m. May 24
Featuring a selection of shorts from local female and non-binary filmmakers. See the films, hear from the talent, and support women in film!
The screening will be in Theater 1, RFC’s 124-seat capacity theater followed by a filmmaker Q&A and discussion led by Kristi Woodard.
BROWN BRIDGET, MD
Directed by Jaya McSharma, Comedy, PG
FINALLY CAUGHT
Directed by Sarah Morrison-Cleary, Drama, NR
PLAID SKIRTS
Directed by Kat Durel, Drama, NR
STALL TO STALL
Directed by Kaitlyn Brown, Comedy, G
UNICORN POOP
Directed by Lorna Street Dopson, Fantasy, PG-13
WHAT ALICE FOUND THERE
Directed by Tracey Reneé, Sci-fi/Drama, PG-13
Clueless
5 p.m. May 25
Thought StoryTellHERS was just one day? As if! We’re like totally buggin’ because your favorite valley girl is coming from Beverly Hills to RFC’s big screen to end StoryTellHERS with a totally Clueless evening! Channel your inner Cher and join us for themed cocktails, a costume contest, and this beloved 90’s comedy on the big screen for it’s 30th anniversary.
It's not easy being the most popular and glamorous girl at Beverly Hills High. Especially when you're the envy of scheming Betties (female babes), persistent Barney's (unattractive guys), loser loadies (potheads), and teachers who go postal (freak out) when you turn your homework in late! Yet somehow 15-year-old Cher keeps it all together. But Cher's tidy world starts to unravel with the sudden appearance of two total Baldwins (hunks). Now Cher is about to learn that when it comes to love, she's... well, Clueless. Comedy/Romance, 1995, 1 hr 37 min., R.
The screening will be in Theater 1, RFC’s 124-seat capacity theater