Thank you for being here. I hope that this message finds you well, and hanging in there. These times are strange. It feels like there's chaos & heartbreak in all directions. Some days hope can feel harder to find, but I promise it's out there. At it's core, that's really what my film is about - hope, through solutions - to the many mounting crises we face today. As you'll see below, there are MANY upcoming opportunities to see the film - both in-person and virtual - I hope one of them aligns for you. Stay well & stay strong, my friends. I love you. xo
First, a MASSIVE thank you to the Rockstars at Tablas Creek for hosting the first-ever in-person screening of "Where There Once Was Water". We got together last Friday at their vineyard and winery, to enjoy each other's company outdoors, and to learn about their brand-new Regenerative Organic Certification. They're the first winery in the WORLD with this brand new certification, and it's a big deal. Check out their amazing work (and amazing wine) here : Tablas Creek Vineyard
And now... on to a gaggle of opportunities for you to see the film (yeehaw!) ...
Catch a free screening of "Where There Once Was Water" - from the comfort of your own home - on EarthxTV. Friday, August 20th, with an encore screening the following Wednesday, August 25th. Info & Schedule available here : EarthxTV
Slo County Locals - come see the film IN-PERSON at the Cambria Film Fest Summerfest - THIS SATURDAY! August 21st. "Where There Once Was Water" will be the Feature Film, closing out the festival at 7pm, followed by a Live Panel Discussion about local water issues with director Brittany App (that's me!), Jason Haas from Tablas Creek Vineyard, and Audrey Taub from the SLO Beaver Brigade. Tickets available here : Cambria Film Festival
"Where There Once Was Water" is an Official Selection for the 2021 Nevada City Film Festival. Unfortunately, due to Covid, the NCFF has just cancelled their in-person events for the 2021 Festival. All films will now be available in a virtual format, which means you can bring this whole festival (and our film!) direct to your home. Dates are Aug 27 - Sep 12, and tickets are available here : Nevada City Film Festival
I am INCREDIBLY honored to be a part of this festival of change-makers. Join the Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment for their 2021 Virtual Film Fest! "The Film Fest showcases unique and powerful stories of grassroots activism and community resilience through film. Get ready to join us this September for an inspiring and engaging experience!" Online September 1-21. Tickets available here : Rose Foundation
Hey Hey Montana! Say hello to our Montana Premeire! We are honored to be a part of the Bozeman International Film Festival. September 9 - 12. This festival, like many in these strange times, is a hybrid event. "Where There Once Was Water" has been selected for inclusion in the digital festival on the BZN App. Tickets and Information available here : Bozeman Film Celebration
September 17-19. The Flixx Fest in Etna, CA, waaaay up north in the golden state, will happen in-person, aaaand will include a special guest appearance from one of the stars in the film (fingers crossed!). Spencer Smith from the Jefferson Center for Holistic Management will be present at the screening on Saturday for a live Q&A. Info & Tickets will be available SOON on their website : Flixx Fest
The Ag & Art Film Festival is an In-Person event in Solano County, CA : September 7-29. Screenings will be held outdoors at local farms, ranches and wineries. "Where There Once Was Water" will screen on September 28th at Be Love Farm in Vacaville, and will (hopefully!) include a Live Q&A with the director (hey, that's me!) after the film. Tickets and information can be found here : Ag & Art Film Festival
Utah Premiere! Whoop whoop! The final festival I'll announce today *wink wink* is DOCUTAH. What a thrill, y'all. I'm honored (and shocked, honestly) to be included in this amazing Documentary Film Festival in St. George, Utah. Nov 1-6, and they are planning for an in-person event. I'm not sure yet of travel plans, but it sure would be cool to be there. Tickets available in September : DOCUTAH
Chief Caleen Sisk believes in the Good Things Coming. Amen.
And I mean, hey, WOW, that's a lot of screenings! The best place, always, to find all the current info about how/when/where to see the film, is on my website WhereThereOnceWasWater.com/WATCH
Much Love, y'all. Thank you for being here. xo
I was recently interviewed by Steve Chiotakis on the show, Greater LA. The episode was about the intense drought we are currently facing in California and the West, and solutions that are currently on the table. It was an honor to be in conversation with him. You might enjoy our talk about water recycling efforts in Southern California, and beavers in the north (and right here in SLO County!).
Check out the podcast here : KCRW